Job summary
This is a fixed term (12 month) full-time post which is open to qualified nurses who wish to pursue a career in clinical research.
The post holder will undertake a competency based program working with established multidisciplinary research teams across a variety of disciplines.
The training includes study sessions which are combined with practice placements to deliver an integrated approach to clinical research training.
The post is funded by the Local Research Network.
This is a development role, and the successful candidate will progress to Band 6 if all agreed competencies are achieved in line with development plans.
Prior to the interview you will be invited to a pre-interview Excel based assessment.
This will be conducted on the 14th August via MS teams and interviews will be held on 18th August and they will be face to face.
Please ensure you have access to a computer with both of these applications available.
Main duties of the job
Clinical activities to be performed under supervision and with increasing level of autonomy throughout the training period:
Attend multidisciplinary team meetings, helping to identify patients eligible for clinical trials.
Assist with recruitment of patients to clinical trials using trial eligibility criteria.
Assist in the smooth running of clinics by obtaining results and x-rays/scans to be seen prior to patients' appointments.
Book investigations as directed by medical and nursing staff and data managers.
Assist patients with quality of life and other questionnaires as necessary.
Deal with telephone queries from patients and their carers with the support of the research nurse.
Refer queries to other to another member of the multidisciplinary team as required.
Be involved in the administration of experimental and/or unlicensed intravenous investigational medicinal products.
Perform phlebotomy.
Assist in the safe handling, storage and shipping of bloods, histology specimens and other body fluids required for research purposes.
Learn to become the patient's guide and advocate through the complex decision-making process involved in considering participation in trials.
Enable patients to articulate reasons for trial participation or refusal.
Learn how to communicate sensitive disease and diagnostic information and be able to deal with the emotional impact of bad news.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Research administration skills to be developed during the training period:Understand international, national, and local policies and legislation relating to clinical trials.
Learn to prepare for external inspections (eg MHRA) and internal auditsRegister/randomise patients into trial protocols.
Learn to extract clinical data from patients case notes and transfer the data into the trial Case Report Forms.
Assist in accurate and complete data collection, updating and maintenance of databases and computerised systems.
Take responsibility for filing and safe storage of clinical trials data sheets and for sending to Clinical Trials Units as appropriate.
Help to manage and facilitate clinical trials, establishing and maintaining channels of communication amongst staff and departments to ensure policies and protocols are understood and adhered to.
Understand the role of clinical trials units and liaise with units as necessary.
Assist in the preparation of research proposals for submission to the Local Ethics Committee and R&D department.
Attend and participate in unit meetings and seminars.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Research administration skills to be developed during the training period:Understand international, national, and local policies and legislation relating to clinical trials.
Learn to prepare for external inspections (eg MHRA) and internal auditsRegister/randomise patients into trial protocols.
Learn to extract clinical data from patients case notes and transfer the data into the trial Case Report Forms.
Assist in accurate and complete data collection, updating and maintenance of databases and computerised systems.
Take responsibility for filing and safe storage of clinical trials data sheets and for sending to Clinical Trials Units as appropriate.
Help to manage and facilitate clinical trials, establishing and maintaining channels of communication amongst staff and departments to ensure policies and protocols are understood and adhered to.
Understand the role of clinical trials units and liaise with units as necessary.
Assist in the preparation of research proposals for submission to the Local Ethics Committee and R&D department.
Attend and participate in unit meetings and seminars.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Registered Nurse Graduate qualification with NMC registration
Desirable
- GCP trained with understanding of Research Governance procedures/ ICH-GCP
Knowledge
Essential
- A keen interest in research
Desirable
- Understanding of research networks and clinical trials processes
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience of working within the NHS in an acute or research setting
Desirable
- Experience of teaching, supervising and mentoring junior staff
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Registered Nurse Graduate qualification with NMC registration
Desirable
- GCP trained with understanding of Research Governance procedures/ ICH-GCP
Knowledge
Essential
- A keen interest in research
Desirable
- Understanding of research networks and clinical trials processes
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience of working within the NHS in an acute or research setting
Desirable
- Experience of teaching, supervising and mentoring junior staff
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).
