Research Nurse

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a skilled nurse to join a clinical research team at Barts Health, one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK. The role focuses on coordinating clinical trials, recruiting patients, and providing holistic patient care while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Requirements include NMC registration and experience in clinical research. Competitive salary package offered.

Qualifications

• Significant post registration nursing experience in the NHS.
• Demonstrable experience of multidisciplinary team collaboration.
• Experience in clinical research with proven recruitment ability.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating clinical research studies within the Clinical Research Facility.
• Recruiting patients in line with specified targets and timelines.
• Ensuring exemplary documentation and high-quality patient care.

Skills

Communication

Organisational

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal

Phlebotomy

Intravenous Cannulation

Education

NMC Registered Nurse (Adult)

Educated to diploma level

Educated to degree level

ICH GCP training

Tools

Clinical research management software (EDGE, Redcap, EDC)

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled, driven and enthusiastic nurse to join our well-established clinical research team. Based in one of the most diverse and vibrant areas of London, Barts Health is the largest acute NHS Trust in England with a long-standing reputation of clinical excellence and innovation.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating a portfolio of interventional and non-interventional clinical research studies within our Clinical Research Facility at Whipps Cross Hospital, as well as offering occasional support to their colleagues at the Royal London Hospital when required. They will be instrumental in the recruitment of patients in line with specified recruitment targets and timelines, alongside the provision of high quality, holistic patient care. Possessing excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will collaborate closely with leading investigators, other research team members and the wider multidisciplinary team, to ensure the safety of patients throughout the trial. You will manage your own workload, so a proactive, flexible, responsible, and mature approach is essential. The need for accurate records within clinical research is fundamental, so exemplary documentation skills, a meticulous eye for detail and a high standard of IT skills is critical. We are a friendly and motivated team, and it is important that you are team-focused and driven to achieve team success. Phlebotomy and cannulation skills would be a definite advantage.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Job responsibilities

You will be joining a supportive research team who celebrate diversity, are committed to personal and professional development, and place the patient at the heart of everything they do. This role offers a great opportunity for a nurse who wishes to expand their current research experience, or a nurse with a strong clinical background looking to move into a clinical research role. You will have a great opportunity to gain clinical experience across varying specialities, whilst also developing strong project management and organisational skills.

If you would like further information or have any questions about the role, please contact the Research Lead, Jennifer Higgins ([e-mail]) and Senior Research Nurse, Lisa Millin ([e-mail]).

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NMC Registered Nurse (Adult).
• Educated to diploma level.
• Educated to degree level.
• ICH GCP training.

Experience

• Significant post registration nursing experience in the NHS.
• Demonstrable experience of successful multidisciplinary team collaboration.
• Experience of utilising evidence-based practice.
• Demonstrable evidence of formal / informal teaching of patients, relatives and staff.
• Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner.
• Experience in clinical research with a proven ability to recruit to interventional and non-interventional clinical trials.
• Experience of nurse-led informed consent.
• Experience of clinical trial data entry and query management.
• Previous use of clinical research management software e.g. EDGE, Redcap or EDC systems.
• Experience of participating in regulatory inspections/audits.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of data protection and GDPR, patient confidentiality requirements, and Caldicott Guidelines.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge and awareness of current health and professional issues in today's NHS.
• Knowledge of ICH GCP and regulations governing the conduct of clinical trials in the UK.
• Knowledge and understanding of the clinical trials process, and the handling of clinical data.
• Demonstrate an understanding of The NHS Long Term Plan and NHS England's Research and Innovation Strategy, and their relevance to clinical trials in the UK.

Skills

• Clinically competent to work alone to ensure patient safety and manage a portfolio of clinical trials.
• Proven organisational and time-management skills to manage and deliver a range of tasks and projects to tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and meticulous documentation.
• Ability to write and disseminate information in a clear and precise manner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competent to carry out phlebotomy and intravenous cannulation.
• Competent to administer intravenous medication per trust policy.

Other

• Motivated team player with the ability to work on own initiative in a dynamic working environment.
• Able to adapt to change, and a take a flexible approach to their role.
• Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion.
• Willingness to work across the Barts Health CRF per service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£42,939 to £50,697 a yearper annum inc (pay award pending)