Clinical Research Nurse | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Clinical Research Nurse to join their Research and Innovation department. The role involves managing clinical trial patients, educating them about treatments, and maintaining accurate documentation. Previous research experience is preferred, but extensive training will be provided. The position is based at Wexham Park Hospital with some cross-site working. The organization values inclusivity and offers flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Training opportunities

Inclusive employer

Qualifications

• Previous research experience is desirable, but full training is provided.
• Experience in cancer, urology, critical care, or midwifery is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a caseload of clinical trial patients with supervision.
• Identify suitable patients for clinical trials through clinic attendance.
• Maintain accurate documentation of clinical trial patient events.
• Provide ongoing information and support regarding clinical trials.

Skills

Knowledge of clinical research

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient education

Job description

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

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.

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.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details on working for Frimley Health Foundation Trust. 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.

This advert closes on Thursday 20 Nov 2025.