Research Nurse

North Bristol NHS Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Join North Bristol NHS Trust as a Band 5 Research Nurse, where your expertise will contribute to vital research in Haematology and Rheumatology. Engage in screening patients and managing research data in a supportive team focused on improving patient care. Ideal for those eager to advance their clinical experience while fostering evidence-based treatments.

Qualifications

• Essential: RGN/AHP with current registration.
• Essential: Degree level education in nursing or health-related field.
• Desirable: Significant post-registration experience.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Haematology & Rheumatology Research Team performance.
• Screening and recruiting patients for studies.
• Manage data entry onto study databases and patient assessments.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Planning and problem-solving

Education

Degree in nursing or health-related subject

Current RGN/AHP registration

Job description

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Job Overview

Band 5 Research Nurse

Please note that interviews will be held face to face only

Working in Research is different: it’s about providing the best research opportunities for our patients; be that by organising and running patient clinics or computer-based data work. If this appeals to you...

Come and join our research team!

The Haematology & Rheumatology Research Team are a small, supportive, and highly motivated team looking for a new member to help contribute to the progression of treatments for patients suffering from these conditions. This post is ideal for those who wish to build on their existing clinical experience and contribute to the development of evidence-based patient care.

If you are dedicated, enthusiastic, with exceptional organisational skills, planning, and attention to detail then we may be the team for you.

You would work alongside experienced colleagues based in the Learning & Research Department at Southmead Hospital to support a portfolio of both commercial and non-commercial research studies.

Haematology or Rheumatology experience would be an advantage, but this does not override the qualities of motivation and keenness to learn. The successful applicant will receive a local research induction and will be fully supported and trained to develop in the post.

We welcome informal visits and encourage you to contact us about the role.

Main duties of the job

Please See The Job Description For More Information

• Contribute to the performance of the Haematology & Rheumatology Research Team
• Screening and recruiting patients to a range of studies.
• Extended use of computer systems
• Enter research data onto study databases and manage any queries raised.
• Co-ordinate the logistics for patient visits and undertake patient assessments in accordance with study protocol.
• Maintain Investigator site file (s) and complete Case Report Forms (CRF/eCRF) with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ensure appropriate study information is accurately recorded in the patient’s records.
• Monitor patients for any adverse events and ensure they are reported as necessary in a timely manner.
• Work closely with the senior research nurse, research nurse team and Research and Development department to manage workload, study progress and personal development.
  
  

Working for our organisation

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.

We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services.

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.

We are proud to have been awarded Silver from Investors in People.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Please see job description and person specification for full details of this role.

About

This is a great opportunity for someone who would like to gain experience of working in research and be part of a highly motivated and performing team. If you would like to speak to us to find out more about what this exciting and rewarding role involves, then please contact:

Sonia Patole - 0117 4149347, [e-mail]

Person specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential criteria

• RGN/AHP, with current live Registration
• Degree level education in nursing or health related subject
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Significant post registration experience
  
  

Work Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of extended roles
• Effective personal time and case-load management
• Ability to manage the logistics to support workload
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Recent research work experience
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential criteria

• Advanced communication skills, verbal & written, to include report writing and record keeping
• Excellent interpersonal skills with patients and multidisciplinary team
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Confident in the use of Microsoft applications
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Evidence of planning and problem-solving
• Awareness of the trusts organisational objectives
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience of using databases and have meticulous data entry skills
• Facilitation of development of other staff
  
  

Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances

Essential criteria

• Flexibility of working days and times (with prior knowledge) to fit service needs; punctuality
• Interest in research and willingness to learn about the research process
• Full UK Driving Licence
  
  

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The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.

At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.

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