Research Nurse

Royal Marsden; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Research Nurse at a world-leading cancer centre. You will play a pivotal role in clinical trials, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and flexibility.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Attendance at overseas scientific meetings

Qualifications

• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• Experience in oncology nursing and clinical research.
• Ability to work unsupervised.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate arrangements for patients undergoing specialist investigations.
• Monitor patients and collect accurate trial data.
• Support junior research nurses through education and training.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Excellent communication

Education

NMC registration

BSc/MSc or studying at relevant level

Recognised cancer nursing qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a band 6 research nurse, within the haematology research department to work across our Sutton and Chelsea branches.

This is a pivotal role and you will be part of a multidisciplinary team including experienced medical and research staff, taking part in an exciting range of clinical research studies. Ideally with previous clinical research experience, you will work within the guidelines and policies for the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with the principles of GCP.

The successful applicant will be required to work as a self directed practitioner and have the skills to motivate others. They should also have a flexible approach to their duties and the ability to work both as part of the team as well as independently. In addition, you will have excellent communication, administrative and IT skills and be supportive and open to new initiatives. Continuous professional development is highly valued and supported. Working as a highly valued member of the MDT, we encourage further study. You will also have the opportunity to attend a number of overseas scientific meetings. We can also consider flexible working arrangements if required.

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact John Barwood - Lead Research Nurse on 0208 915 4433 or [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to work independently, with support of the lead/senior research nurses within the Haemato-Oncology research team and has a key role to play in the day to- day running of clinical trials within the Trust. These trials may be related to anti-cancer treatment (e.g. chemotherapy, radiotherapy, biological therapy, gene therapy or surgery), symptom management or some other aspect of cancer care, such as screening. Central to the role are the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients entering a clinical trial. Working closely with the principal investigator and members of the multidisciplinary team, you will support patients who choose to participate in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patients’ advocate. An important aspect of the role is the maintenance of accurate and comprehensive records of data derived from the research studies. The post holder will be involved in ensuring that any research undertaken within the department safeguards the wellbeing of the patients and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research.

The post holder will support more junior research nurses, assisting them to develop their clinical research skills thorough education and training. Further responsibility will include monitoring and raising the standard of nursing input within the team.

Working for our organisation

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information please refer to the job description and personal specification.

To co-ordinate arrangements required for patients undergoing specialist investigations as part of the research protocol.

To assess the patient prior to trial treatment, monitor the patient receiving trial treatment andfollow the patient up on completion of trial treatment as required by the protocol.

To collect and accurately record data in accordance with the requirements of the trial protocol.

To participate in the design and preparation of research protocols, patient information sheets and other documentation associated with clinical trials, ensuring that these are reviewed and updated as required

Person specification

Education/Qualifications

• NMC registration
• Post registration experience in cancer care
• BSc/MSc or studying at relevant level
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Recognised cancer nursing qualification
• Research methods education

Experience

• Experience as a research nurse/senior staff nurse in oncology nursing
• Experience as a research nurse/senior staff nurse working in a clinical research environment
• Previous experience in clinical specialty of haematology
• Personal and leadership management experience

Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

• Able to work unsupervised
• Computer literate in Microsoft outlook, office, word, excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Excellent cross-disciplinary communication skills and ability to facilitate collaborative working relationships
• Ability to work under pressure to meet service and patient priories

The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.

Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

All applicants will be contacted by email to the address supplied on your application. Applicants are advised to check their email accounts regularly and to ensure that email filters are set to allow our emails.

Flu Vaccination – What We Expect of our Staff

At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease.

The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.