Clinical Research Nurse

We are looking to recruit a knowledgeable and dedicated Clinical Research Nurse - Clinical to join the Research and Innovation department at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust.

The post holder will work with a vibrant team of research nurses and practitioners delivering a broad portfolio of research studies. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the assessment and management of the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials. This will include the recruitment, education and monitoring of trial patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data.

Previous research experience is desirable but not essential. Full training and supervision is provided. Experience in any of the specialty areas such as cancer, urology, critical care or midwifery would be of advantage.

The role is based at Wexham Park Hospital but will involve some cross site working to support delivery teams at other sites of Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

• Initially work with supervision with the aim of working autonomously to assist in the management of a caseload of clinical trial patients, whilst working as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Maintain effective communication with patients, carers and professionals to ensure high quality service delivery
• Assist in identifying suitable patients for entry into clinical trials by attending clinics (screening notes) and relevant Multi-disciplinary Team meetings
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient events in nursing/medical notes and Case Report Forms.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of treatment options, treatment side effects and disease processes to support patients in making an informed treatment choice
• Provide ongoing information, education and support to patients (and their significant others) regarding clinical trials and specific trial treatments
• Ensure that trial specific investigations are undertaken as required by the trial protocol and obtain results in order to establish eligibility and safety to enter the trial
• Ensure the safe administration of treatments and drugs that are given within the context of a clinical trial
• Engage in activities that raise the research profile of the organisation.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too. We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description and person specification.

We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date if enough applications have been received.

Previous unsuccessful candidates who have applied within the last 3 months need not apply.

Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS

• Full NMC level one registered nurse (Nurse only)
• Experience of working in the NHS as a nurse
• Evidence of continuous professional development

SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES FOR ROLE

• Copes well with responsibility, under pressure
• Enthusiastic, flexible, motivated and self-starter
• Commitment to self-development
• Advanced listening skills
• Knowledge and implementation of ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for clinical trials.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• IT literate in Word, Excel, emails
• Demonstrates good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Organisational skills
• Time management with ability to work to tight schedules
• Accurate with attention to detail
• Interest in Research principles, data collection and paperwork.

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.

£32,602 to £39,686 a year per annum incl HCAS