Parkinson's Disease Research Sister / Charge Nurse

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire; Coventry; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Coventry is seeking a Research Sister/Charge Nurse to support clinical research teams in ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance. The role requires independent and collaborative working, overseeing various clinical trials related to neurology. The ideal candidate must be a registered nurse with clinical research experience and excellent communication skills. This position promises engaging work with opportunities for professional growth within a prestigious organization known for quality healthcare.

Benefits

Wide range of learning and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with experience in clinical research.
• Strong communication skills with team members and external partners.
• Proven ability to manage a portfolio of clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate an agreed portfolio of commercial and non-commercial clinical trials.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal frameworks.
• Provide assurance of participant rights and safety.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of clinical specialty

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Flexibility with hours of work

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

The Research Sister/Charge Nurse role involves using an in-depth knowledge of the clinical speciality, as part of the clinical research team to support the safe conduct of research in accordance with the regulatory & legal frameworks relating to the planning, undertaking & closure of research studies & provide assurance that the rights, safety & well-being of trial participants are protected.

The post holder will be supported through a comprehensive training/competency package as appropriate to the job role and will be expected to lead the co-ordination of an agreed portfolio of commercial and non-commercial clinical trials and research studies.

The post requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with the research team members, clinical teams, industry partners and external regulatory bodies. It is also expected that the post holder will be flexible with hours of work as required to ensure that we are offering a service that best suits the needs of our patients.

The job holder may be required to carry out other similar or related duties within their bounds of registration which do not fall within the work outlined which may reasonably be required to deliver a comprehensive research service to our patients. The Line Manager, in consultation with the post holder will undertake any review.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

This summary contains the specific detail pertaining to the research team to which the post is attached. It does not affect the core responsibilities as listed, allowing for a core job description to be used across Specialties enabling standardisation of the nurse responsibilities.

The post holder will be employed by Research and Development Department (R&D) to work within the Neurology Research Department undertaking the EJS ACT-Parkinsons Disease trial. However, it is expected that the post holder will work flexibly across other research speciality areas as service requirements dictate throughout the duration of their contract.

They will contribute to the provision of a clinical research service based normally at the location of the employing organization (UHCW NHS Trust), however, travel to other sites may be required as per study requirements or set out under contractual agreements for the delivery of a local cross cutting clinical research service.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organization - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organization that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organization's core values.