Research nurse

Transformationunitgm; Oxford; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust is seeking a Band 6 research nurse for their gastroenterology team at John Radcliffe Hospital. This full-time position involves overseeing clinical trials, recruiting patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates will have a level 6 nursing degree, NMC registration, and experience in clinical trials.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with the NMC.
• Experience in clinical trials research is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.

Responsibilities

• Recruit patients for clinical trials and conduct follow-ups.
• Manage workload and coordinate allocated clinical trials.
• Develop effective relationships within the research team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient Care

Education

UK recognised first level degree (HEI Level 6) in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Main area Nursing research - gastroenterology Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Fixed term: 12 months (Funding will start from the day of employment) Hours

• Full time
• Compressed hours

37.5 hours per week (We will consider 30 hours per week) Job ref 321-SW-7080931-B6

Employer Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site John Radcliffe Hospital Town Oxford Salary £37,338 - £44,962 (dependant on experience) Closing 06/07/2025 23:59

NHS AfC: Band 6

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visitwww.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

The Gastroenterology research team runs clinical trials for patients primarily with Inflammatory Bowel Disease or Celiac Disease, together with Gastroenterologists, Industry and the Regional Research Delivery Network. We are looking for a Band 6 research nurse who can work within an established, experienced and supportive research team to recruit patients to our large portfolio of industry trials, monitoring and evaluating care and liaising with senior doctors and the wider IBD specialist team.

We exclusively manage a significant number of trials both commercial and academic. Our department comprises a large team of research nurses, practitioners and administrators who have an extensive portfolio of studies across both Hepatology and Gastroenterology research teams and share the facilities to deliver on these. We collaborate closely with the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) who monitors recruitment, provides nursing resources and organises meetings for healthcare professionals in the South-Central region, which provides a fantastic networking opportunity.

We are currently located on levels 5 and 6 of the John Radcliffe Hospital. Our clinical space is co-located alongside the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Day Case Unit on 6B, with our offices and lab space on Level 5.

Planned Interview Date: TBC

Main duties of the job

We are seeking someone who is motivated, dynamic, looking for a new challenge, takes pride in delivering high standards of care, puts patient experience at the heart of what they do and ideally, has experience in research settings. Holding a UK recognised first level degree (HEI Level 6) in Nursing, being registered with the NMC and proficiency with Microsoft Office packages are essential requirements for the role. The post holder will be part of exciting projects helping to facilitate new pathways of care and will be able to communicate with senior doctors and be the first port of call for patients receiving new and innovative treatments.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel .

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical Practice and Research

The post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which:

Manage workload and co-ordinate allocated clinical trials and research studies together with clinicians and research nurses

Recruit patients from Gastroenterology clinics and other care settings to the appropriate clinical trials and conduct their follow up when required

Manage patients care throughout their time in their study whilst evaluating and reporting accurately to senior clinicians and trial sponsors.

Respond to trial queries that are raised in the electronic data capture software by the sponsor within a timely and professional manner

Practice in compliance with their code of professional conduct, being responsible and accountable for their decisions, actions, or omissions

Utilise effective communication skills through a variety of methods, supporting participants in decision making in relation to clinical trial and study entry and participation

Utilise effective communication skills with colleagues both internally and/or externally, in verbal, non-verbal and written communication methods, adapting to changing parameters as required, which includes thorough accurate documentation in patient records as required

Provide and receive highly sensitive, complex or contentious information relating to participant involvement and care, and communicates information to participants, families or carers with respect, compassion and empathy

Able to competently perform a range of clinical procedures as required as part of the research protocol, ensuring accurate data capture. These include but are not limited to taking blood and carrying out minor laboratory procedures as required by relevant study protocol (eg: sample preparation and centrifugation) following appropriate training, and administration of intravenous therapies to trial patients within the unit, in accordance with OUH and clinical trial protocols

Adhere to the NMC Codes of Conduct, Scope of Professional Practice and Good Clinical Practice at all times

Participate in and ensure compliance with Informed Consent Procedures, acting within boundaries of own competency, research regulation and Trust policies/SOPs

Use own professional judgment identifying when to escalate and seek senior support/guidance

Support the research team with all administrative tasks, including study set up and completion of feasibility requests, as required

Ensure all necessary regulatory approvals are in place prior to approaching potential study participants

Work within the limits of the approved protocol and any approved amendments

Leadership and Management

The research nurse post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which:

Initiates and develops effective relationships, fostering clarity of the research nurse role within teams, to encourage productive and efficient working practices

Act as a role model for excellence in clinical research delivery & demonstrate the values of the OUHFT, including a person-centred approach to care

Provide line management and mentorship where appropriate to junior colleagues

Support learners/students on placement within the team

Contribute to the research team and service development as required

Promote research to potential participants and colleagues within the Trust and other partners

Support the development and implementation of local standard operating policies and procedures

Remain adaptable to change, continually developing own practice

Participate in clinical & research governance reporting and participate, as required, in the investigation of clinical & research incidents

Recognise the critical importance of wellbeing in self and others, seeking to identify and manage stressors or pressures to promote health and wellbeing

Education

The research nurse post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which:

Address own CPD learning needs as research delivery nurse, working to a personal development plan that reflects the needs of the individual and clinical research delivery service

Critically reflects to maximise clinical & research delivery skills and knowledge development

Engage with performance reviews and appraisal processes, as required

Engage with training and education opportunities across both research delivery, leadership and clinical speciality. This may include conferences, study days, and investigators meetings

Improving Quality and Developing Practice

The research nurse post holder will practice with knowledge, skills and behaviours which:

Report all Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events in line with ICH-GCP, ISO 14155 and OUH NHS Trust Adverse Events Reporting policy

Promote the value of clinical research to potential participants, the public and NHS colleagues

Participate in dissemination of research results locally and nationally as appropriate

Represent participants and clinical research delivery staff in the development and review of research protocols, ensuring the protocols are deliverable, as appropriate

Promote and take part in PPI engagement in research design and dissemination

Seek to publish new findings and best practice in Trust communications, meetings, conferences and journal articles where appropriate

Understand the professional and current issues related to clinical research and area of practice

Participate in audits and inspections to inform own and other’s practice, helping to formulate and implement strategies to act on key learnings and making improvements

Actively seeks feedback from individuals, families, carers and colleagues to inform own development and/or service developments in practice

Person specification

Qualifications & experience

• UK recognised first level degree (HEI Level 6), in Nursing or specialist nursing field in clinical trials research
• Registered Nurse (Part 1. 8. 12 or 15 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Register depending on area of practice)
• Experience of working with Microsoft Office packages
• Experience in clinical trials research
• Good Clinical Practice training
• Experience of working with research databases

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment , we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

Next Steps: Please make sure that you read the job description and person specification, and that your supporting statement reflects this as your application will be judged against these criteria. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted after the short-listing process, usually within 2 weeks. (Please note that shortlisting times vary when applying for a Medical position within the Trust). The majority of correspondence will be via the e-recruitment system; therefore you should check your emails regularly including junk mail folders in web-based email products.

No unsolicited recruitment agency telephone calls or emails.

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.

Name Beatriz Camesella Perez Job title Senior Research Manager - Gastroenterology Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01865231618 Additional information

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