Job summary
Are you a good team worker with excellent communication skills who can contribute to the development of the National Institute for Health care Research( NIHR) / Manchester Clinical Research Facility at Manchester Royal Infirmary at (MRI).
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Clinical Research Nurse's to support the current research team.
This post requires staff who have 2 -3 years of clinical experience in an acute clinical NHS setting , with a valid Nursing and Midwifery registration . Research experience is desirable but not essential -- Training will be provided. This role will require late shifts and weekend shift cover and cross site working across MFT sites , hence flexibility will be required.
If you are committed to producing a high quality research service this role could be for you.
Main duties of the job
TheNIHR Manchester Clinical Research Facility (MCRF)comprises of six dedicated experimental medicine research units The CRFs provide dedicated space and a safe, quality assured environment for delivering clinical research studies.
We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who can contribute to the development of research within the CRF at MRI Research team. The team facilitates and support research delivery in the different specialties of research within MFT, with a particular focus on delivering Early phase 1-2 highly complex experimental medicinal commercial and non commercial trials .
The post holder will be a key member of the clinical team, they will assist in the management, co-ordination and facilitation of clinical trial activities to support delivery of current and future studies in the research team to time and target.
You will be supporting an award-winning diverse team of experts who are making a difference to the future care of patients, driving forward pioneering research into new tests and treatments in a range of clinical research trials in various disease aspects. Utilising our expertise in early phase experimental medicine we aim to contribute to the rapid translation of research findings into clinical care.
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of over £3bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Proven experience of working in a clinical environment
- Proven experience of working to deadlines
- Proven experience of dealing with a busy workload
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Data management experience
- Audit experience
- Experience in clinical research
- Interest in research
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to demonstrate people management
- Awareness and respect for confidentially
- Demonstrable IT skills including email and Microsoft office programs (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Knowledge of patient information systems
- Wide range of clinical skills
Desirable
- Evidence of IT training ,
- Advanced use of spreadsheets
- Knowledge of information governance
- venepuncture and cannulation
ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Proactive and able to work on own initiative
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Team player
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
- Ability to delegate where appropriate
- Ability to work flexible shift pattern as required
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Self-motivated Innovative Conscientious and hard working
- Tactful and diplomatic
- Ability to work to tight and / or unexpected deadlines
- Willingness to undertake training
- Willingness to travel across multiple sites as indicated
Desirable
- Ability to troubleshoot effectively
OTHERS
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised or part of a team
- Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust values
Desirable
- Awareness of research at MFT
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Understanding of clinical research Knowledge of ICH-
- Good Clinical Practice regulations relating to clinical research
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical and research governance
- Knowledge of Trust policies and procedure
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Nurse- (Adult) currently registered with the NMC - level 1
Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice certificate.
- Mentorship training
- Degree in healthcare subject
- Additional specialist training
- Post graduate diploma
Person Specification
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Proven experience of working in a clinical environment
- Proven experience of working to deadlines
- Proven experience of dealing with a busy workload
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Data management experience
- Audit experience
- Experience in clinical research
- Interest in research
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to demonstrate people management
- Awareness and respect for confidentially
- Demonstrable IT skills including email and Microsoft office programs (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Knowledge of patient information systems
- Wide range of clinical skills
Desirable
- Evidence of IT training ,
- Advanced use of spreadsheets
- Knowledge of information governance
- venepuncture and cannulation
ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Proactive and able to work on own initiative
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Team player
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
- Ability to delegate where appropriate
- Ability to work flexible shift pattern as required
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Self-motivated Innovative Conscientious and hard working
- Tactful and diplomatic
- Ability to work to tight and / or unexpected deadlines
- Willingness to undertake training
- Willingness to travel across multiple sites as indicated
Desirable
- Ability to troubleshoot effectively
OTHERS
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised or part of a team
- Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust values
Desirable
- Awareness of research at MFT
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Understanding of clinical research Knowledge of ICH-
- Good Clinical Practice regulations relating to clinical research
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical and research governance
- Knowledge of Trust policies and procedure
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Nurse- (Adult) currently registered with the NMC - level 1
Desirable
- Good Clinical Practice certificate.
- Mentorship training
- Degree in healthcare subject
- Additional specialist training
- Post graduate diploma
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Manchester clinical Research Facility at MRI
National Institute For Health and care research /Manchester Clinical Research Facility at ( MRI) , Grafton street ,
Manchester
M13 9WL
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
