Job summary
Senior Research Nurse Band 7
12 months Fixed Term Contract or Secondment
Royal Free Hospital
Part time post 0.6 WTE
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Neurology Research Nurse to support and oversee the portfolio of studies in neurology and neurodegenerative disease.
Experience of working with patients with neurology and neurodegenerative conditions is preferrable.
The successful candidate will need to be highly motivated, adaptable and confident, be able to prioritise a combination of diverse demands on your time and be able to work autonomously with a clear expression of interest in the research process.
Line management experience is desirable.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate is required to be able demonstrate the Trust values and the responsibilities of the job description and person specification.
If you believe you meet the criteria on the person specification and would like to join the Royal Free at this time, we would be very interested in receiving your application.
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 linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
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
Education & Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing qualification with current NMC registration
- Recognised research module/ qualification or equivalent short courses
- Recognised teaching/mentorship module/qualification
- Completed/working towards Masters degree in a related field
World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration nursing experience
- Experience of working with patients with neurological and neurodegenerative disease
- 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
- Experience working as a mentor
- Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
- Clinical experience in a setting where CTIMPs are being given
Desirable
- Line management experience
- Experience of developing and maintaining staffing rotas
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload
- Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
- In-depth knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Computer literacy and experience creating databases
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
Others
Essential
- Displays enthusiastic nature
Person Specification
Education & Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nursing qualification with current NMC registration
- Recognised research module/ qualification or equivalent short courses
- Recognised teaching/mentorship module/qualification
- Completed/working towards Masters degree in a related field
World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration nursing experience
- Experience of working with patients with neurological and neurodegenerative disease
- 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
- Experience working as a mentor
- Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
- Clinical experience in a setting where CTIMPs are being given
Desirable
- Line management experience
- Experience of developing and maintaining staffing rotas
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload
- Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
- Demonstrates evidence of professional development
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
- In-depth knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
- Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Computer literacy and experience creating databases
- Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
Others
Essential
- Displays enthusiastic nature
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).
