Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Research Nurse/ Clinical Research Practitioner - Oncology

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Job summary

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work on a combination of NIHR portfolio adopted studies and commercial trials ensuring they run smoothly, efficiently and to target. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate the Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification. Previous research experience is desirable but not essential, and applications are particularly welcomed from registered adult nurses with acute oncology, chemotherapy administration competence or research experience. Training and career development opportunities are available for the suitable candidate in this friendly and dynamic organisation which strives for excellence in delivering first class patient care. There will be a requirement to work out of hours and at weekends on occasions. There may be a requirement to provide cross cover in other specialities and work across other sites within the Trust. If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification we would like to hear from you.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Details

Date posted

12 May 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,448 to £47,965 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

391-RFL-5089086-A

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse

Desirable

  • Completed/working towards recognised teaching qualification
  • Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related field
  • Completed/working towards recognised Chemotherapy module or SACT passport
  • Recognised research module/ qualification or equivalent short courses and accredited updates

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post registration experience NHS nursing experience in a relevant clinical specialty
  • Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
  • Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
  • Experience of acting as a patient advocate
  • Clinical research experience

Desirable

  • Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
  • Oncology nursing experience

Aptitudes

Essential

  • Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload
  • Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
  • Demonstrates evidence of professional development
  • Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
  • Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
  • IT/Computer literacy
  • Competent to administer oral and IV medication

Desirable

  • Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
  • Knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
  • Competence in phlebotomy and cannulation

Qualities & attributes

Essential

  • Describes motivation for working in clinical research.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours
Person Specification

Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse

Desirable

  • Completed/working towards recognised teaching qualification
  • Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related field
  • Completed/working towards recognised Chemotherapy module or SACT passport
  • Recognised research module/ qualification or equivalent short courses and accredited updates

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post registration experience NHS nursing experience in a relevant clinical specialty
  • Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff
  • Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
  • Experience of acting as a patient advocate
  • Clinical research experience

Desirable

  • Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
  • Oncology nursing experience

Aptitudes

Essential

  • Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload
  • Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
  • Demonstrates evidence of professional development
  • Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
  • Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
  • IT/Computer literacy
  • Competent to administer oral and IV medication

Desirable

  • Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
  • Knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
  • Competence in phlebotomy and cannulation

Qualities & attributes

Essential

  • Describes motivation for working in clinical research.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Research Nurse - Theme 1 Oncology

Veronica Conteh

veronica.conteh@nhs.net

02082164925

Details

Date posted

12 May 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,448 to £47,965 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

391-RFL-5089086-A

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG


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