Clinical Research Nurse

Planet Pharma; Telford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma is seeking a flexible, patient-centred nurse to conduct home visits as part of a patient-focused research programme. You will work alongside a blinded/unblinded nurse, travel to participants' homes, and perform venepuncture and clinical assessments in the participants' own settings.

The role requires current NMC registration, paediatric nursing experience, DBS Update Service, CPR, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• NMC registration in the UK.
• Paediatric nursing experience.
• DBS Update Service registered.
• Current CPR certification.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience with venepuncture in children.
• Clinical research experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture for participants aged 12 and above.
• Conduct study-related clinical assessments in participants' homes.
• Collect and document clinical research data accurately.
• Work collaboratively with another research nurse during visits.
• Adhere to study protocols, GCP standards, and safety requirements.
• Travel to participant homes across the Swansea region.
• Demonstrate paediatric venepuncture competency.
• Maintain DBS and CPR compliance.

Skills

Paediatric patient care

Venepuncture

Clinical data collection

Flexible schedule

Team collaboration

Education

NMC Registered Nurse

Paediatric Nursing

Enhanced DBS Update Service

CPR certification

Full UK driving licence

Job description

This role is part of an innovative patient-focused research programme where nurses conduct study visits within participants' homes.

Visits will be conducted by a blinded and unblinded nurse working together, requiring candidates to have flexibility in their schedule and availability for both planned and occasional unscheduled visits.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture procedures for participants aged 12 years and above.
• Conduct study-related clinical assessments in participants' homes.
• Collect and accurately document clinical research data.
• Work collaboratively with another research nurse during all participant visits.
• Adhere to study protocols, GCP standards, and patient safety requirements.
• Travel to participant homes across the Swansea region.
• Current NMC Registration (RGN, Paediatric Nurse, A&E Nurse, or equivalent).
• Demonstrable experience working with children and adolescents (12+ years).
• Competent in paediatric venepuncture.
• Full Enhanced DBS registered with the DBS Update Service (essential).
• Current CPR certification.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Ability to travel to participant locations within approximately one hour of home.
• Previous clinical research experience.
• Paediatric nursing background.
• A&E, community nursing, or specialist paediatric experience.
• Experience conducting home visits.

This is an excellent opportunity for nurses seeking flexible clinical research work while contributing to innovative patient-centred healthcare initiatives and helping bring research directly to participants in their homes.

Preference will be given to candidates who possess:

• Full Limited Physical Assessment (LPA) competency.
• Infusion competency.
• Port access competency.
• Stethoscope assessment competency.