Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a nurse to join the Cardiology Research team at the Bristol Heart Institute.
The post holder will work closely with all team members within the core and wider team across different studies either as support or as study lead nurse. This will provide a exposure to different sub-specialities within Cardiology and will offer opportunities to develop clinical, research , educational and leadership skills.
The post holder will be involved at different stages of the research pathway. Prior to study conduction the post holder will be key during site qualification visits, site selection , site initiation visit and study set up. As study lead nurse the post holder will establish regular contacts with our Research & Development (R&D) department and study sponsors and will work very closely with the Research Sister and Principal Investigator in designing a plan for recruitment to time and target . Conducting the study will include screening for potential participants , approaching to obtain informed consent and support delivery of intervention with the consequent follow ups as part of the investigation plan .
Close contact with study participants will be fundamental to collect rigorous data and this will require liaison with and referrals to clinical teams to ensure patient safety.
Proposed interview date: 18thMarch 2025
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be motivated, enthusiastic and reliable and will also have the ability to work flexibly, both independently and as part of a team. He/she/they will assist in study set up and maintenance, safety reporting, data collection, and consenting and recruitment of patients to commercial and NIHR portfolio trials.
The candidate should have significant post-registration experience, preferably within Cardiology or an acute care setting. The candidate will require excellent organisational and communication skills both written and verbal, as well as meticulous attention to detail, to ensure patients' safety and accurate and comprehensive data collection. Excellent time management, formal and informal teaching skills and IT skills are essential to the role. Experience of clinical research would be advantageous.
This vacancy is available as permanent and only on a part- time basis (0.6WTE=22.5 hours per week=3 days/week).
The pattern of work will be mainly Monday to Friday but may also include evenings, bank holidays and weekends to meet the requirements of the various projects.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Advanced interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and non verbal
- Broad range of clinical nursing skills
- Evidence of good teamwork skills
- Good report writing, a focus on accuracy and meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise ensuring effective and efficient workload completion
- Evidence of ability to work autonomously
- Experience in venepuncture
Desirable
- Budgetary and resource management skills
Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to gain influence and motivate people
- Ability to work flexibly according to role need
- Enthusiasm for and desire to embed research within clinical practice
- Proactive in professional development for self and others
- Personal focus on the 6 Cs: Care, Compassion, Courage, Commitment, Competence & Communication
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse level 1 (Adult) with current NMC registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Undergraduate Degree in Nursing
Desirable
- ICH GCP training
- Post graduate qualification in research
- Teaching and mentoring qualification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Broad knowledge of clinical nursing practice within an cute hospital environment
- Cardiology/cardiac clinical experience
- Knowledge of the regulatory and legal frameworks related to undertaking clinical research
- Knowledge of research design and methodology
- Clinical, organisational and management experience
- Knowledge of Data Protection Act 1984 and Caldicott principles
Desirable
- Research nursing experience
- Project management experience
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and willingness to develop technological computer skills further
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Advanced interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and non verbal
- Broad range of clinical nursing skills
- Evidence of good teamwork skills
- Good report writing, a focus on accuracy and meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise ensuring effective and efficient workload completion
- Evidence of ability to work autonomously
- Experience in venepuncture
Desirable
- Budgetary and resource management skills
Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to gain influence and motivate people
- Ability to work flexibly according to role need
- Enthusiasm for and desire to embed research within clinical practice
- Proactive in professional development for self and others
- Personal focus on the 6 Cs: Care, Compassion, Courage, Commitment, Competence & Communication
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse level 1 (Adult) with current NMC registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Undergraduate Degree in Nursing
Desirable
- ICH GCP training
- Post graduate qualification in research
- Teaching and mentoring qualification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Broad knowledge of clinical nursing practice within an cute hospital environment
- Cardiology/cardiac clinical experience
- Knowledge of the regulatory and legal frameworks related to undertaking clinical research
- Knowledge of research design and methodology
- Clinical, organisational and management experience
- Knowledge of Data Protection Act 1984 and Caldicott principles
Desirable
- Research nursing experience
- Project management experience
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and willingness to develop technological computer skills further
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
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Heart Institute
Terrell Street
Bristol
BS2 8ED
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
