Job summary
An opportunity has arisen within Swansea Bay UHB for a Band 6 Research Nurse to join the Cancer Research Delivery Team . The post holder will be required to work acrossall hospital sites within health board.
The post holder will contribute to the assessment and management of care pathways for patients participating in cancer clinical trials. This will include the recruitment, education, monitoring of trial patients, the collection and documentation of accurate data and preparation of biological samples.
We are looking to recruit one qualified nurse with experience in cancer and clinical trials with good verbal and written communication and attention to detail.
We are seeking one enthusiastic and well organised individual to work within the Cancer Research Delivery Team at Singleton Hospital Swansea Bay UHB.The post holder will be required to support the co-ordination of an agreed portfolio of research studies across Swansea Bay UHB. A knowledge, experience and interest in the delivery of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy would be beneficial, but not essential for this post.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will:- Identify and recruit patients for cancer research studies- Provide information and support for those involved in research studies- Maintain research databases in accordance with the relevant research protocols- Produce high quality data collection - Conduct follow-up visits according to study protocols The role is being advertised as a Band 6 Research Nurse.
Applicants would be expected to work across all sites within SBUHB
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Desirable
- Knowledge of cancer clinical trials
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of caring for cancer patients in an NHS setting
- Knowledge of the clinical trials process
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical trial approval processes
- Awareness of research legislation and Good Clinical Practice guidlines
Experience
Essential
- Experience of previous patient and multi disciplinary team contact within working environment
- Experience of working in an NHS setting
Desirable
- Experience of working at a Band 5 level in a relevant clinical or health research setting with patient contact
Skills
Essential
- Manage own workload
- Organisational skills
- Knowledge of IT, window based applications and keyboard skills
Desirable
- Venepuncture skills/willingness to be trained
- Database management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
Desirable
- Knowledge of cancer clinical trials
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of caring for cancer patients in an NHS setting
- Knowledge of the clinical trials process
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical trial approval processes
- Awareness of research legislation and Good Clinical Practice guidlines
Experience
Essential
- Experience of previous patient and multi disciplinary team contact within working environment
- Experience of working in an NHS setting
Desirable
- Experience of working at a Band 5 level in a relevant clinical or health research setting with patient contact
Skills
Essential
- Manage own workload
- Organisational skills
- Knowledge of IT, window based applications and keyboard skills
Desirable
- Venepuncture skills/willingness to be trained
- Database management
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).
