Cardiovascular Research Nurse

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in London is seeking experienced Research Nurses to join their clinical research team. The role involves assessing and providing expert nursing care to patients in clinical trials. Candidates must have an NMC registered RN Adult qualification and extensive experience in a ward environment. The position offers opportunities in cardiac, vascular, and pharmacology studies with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working in a ward environment.
• Experience in clinical research and multidisciplinary team working.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of UK clinical trial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate expert research nursing care.
• Facilitate recruitment of patients for clinical studies.
• Work in Cardiac, Vascular, and Clinical Pharmacology studies.

Skills

Ability to work autonomously

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize

Strong motivation for cardiovascular research

Education

NMC Registered – RN Adult

Evidence of continuous personal and professional development

Tools

Electronic data capture

Job description

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Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

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London, United Kingdom

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Other

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Job overview

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate expert research nursing care and provide support to patients attending the Department who have been or
have the potential to be recruited onto a clinical trial programme. The Research Nurse will play a key role in ensuring that any research
undertaken within the department safeguards the well being of the patients and is conducted according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trial) Regulations 2004 and Amended Regulations 2006. In conjunction with the other members of the team, facilitate the production of good quality of research.

Main duties of the job

The research nurse will facilitate and aid in the recruitment of patients to ensure high quality clinical studies and trials which will require the nurse
to work flexibly across the disciplines to ensure the successful working of the clinical research projects they are assigned to. They will also act as
a patient advocate providing support and assistance as required and assist in the co-ordination and management of a portfolio of clinical research
studies.

Working for our organisation

The post holder will work within a team of Cardiac, Vascular and Clinical Pharmacology research nurses.

Key relationships include; Modern Matron for Research, Clinical
Research Facility Nurse Manager, Consultants and Junior Medical Staff, Nursing Staff, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Allied Health Professionals,
Administrative and Clerical Support Staff, Professional and Technical staff. Staff within non commercial bodies and Pharmaceutical companies
and/or sponsors.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are seeking two dedicated and experienced Research Nurses to join our clinical research team specialising in cardiac, vascular, and clinical pharmacology studies. The ideal candidates will play a key role in managing and delivering high-quality clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing excellent patient care.

The roles involve patient recruitment, data collection, administration of study protocols, and close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Experience in cardiovascular or pharmacology research and strong clinical skills are desirable.

The post holders will be expected to work within the 3 specialities crossing over between Cardiac or Vascular departments and the Clinical Research Facility at St. Thomas’s Hospital.

The two vacancies available are for one B6 permanent staff and 1-year secondment for maternity cover – please state in your personal statement if you are willing to accept either the permanent or the secondment position.

Person specification

Education/ Qualifications

• NMC Registered – RN Adult
• Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
• Awareness of changing trends within health care

Previous Experience

• Extensive experience working in a ward environment
• Knowledge of clinical pathways and systems pathways
• Experience of effective multidisciplinary team working
• Experience within speciality
• Experience in clinical research
• Experience of electronic data capture
• Able to clearly demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of current UK clinical trial regulations, good clinical practice and the Declaration of Helsinki 1996

Skills

• Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a small team, as well as part of the wider multidisciplinary team
• Accuracy and attention to detail in data collection
• Ability to organise, prioritise and co-ordinate work of self and others
• Strong motivation to work within the field of cardiovascular research

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for detailed information regarding the responsibilities and requirements for this post.

Person specification

Previous Experience

• Extensive experience working in a ward environment
• Knowledge of clinical pathways and systems pathways
• Experience of effective multidisciplinary team working
• Experience within speciality
• Experience in clinical research
• Experience of electronic data capture
• Able to clearly demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of current UK clinical trial regulations, good clinical practice and the Declaration of Helsinki 1996

Skills

• Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a small team, as well as part of the wider multidisciplinary team
• Accuracy and attention to detail in data collection
• Ability to organise, prioritise and co-ordinate work of self and others
• Strong motivation to work within the field of cardiovascular research

Education/ Qualifications

• NMC Registered - RN Adult
• Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
• Awareness of changing trends within health care

Guy’s and St Thomas’celebrates, respects and values the diversity of its staff and patients. We review our policies, procedures and practices to ensure that all employees, patients and carers are treated equitable according to their needs. We are actively committed to ensuring that no one who applies for a job, works or study’s at the Trust, or accesses our services is discriminated against on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, religion or belief, age, gender identity , gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, or marital/civil partnership.