Research Nurse/Practitioner

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health organization dedicated to reducing health inequalities in the community. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic Mobile Research Unit, where you'll engage with patients and contribute to innovative research. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, enhance your clinical skills, and enjoy a supportive environment that values your contributions. Embrace the chance to make a difference in health care while enjoying a fulfilling career in a beautiful coastal location.

Benefits

Training and Career Development

Flexible Working Options

Supportive Working Environment

Qualifications

• Registered nurse or AHP practitioner with a commitment to learning.
• Ability to manage patient interactions and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage research journeys according to study protocols.
• Collect and process blood samples and perform ECGs.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Data Collection

Patient Recruitment

Leadership

Education

Registered Nurse

AHP Practitioner

Job description

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Plymouth Research and Development have an opportunity within the Mobile Research Unit Team. We are growing and expanding out Mobile Research Unit service aiming to reduce health inequalities in our local community and shape the future of health and social care. Plymouth Research and Development have an opportunity within the Mobile Research Unit Team. https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/mobile-research-unit

We offer a friendly, collaborative, and supportive working environment, with access to training and career development. Join a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of patients through research.

The post holder will join a research delivery team of approximately 80 research nurses, AHP’s and practitioners. They will work dynamically within R&D and the community, taking responsibility for the day-to-day care of patients / participants on clinical studies including screening, recruitment and follow up. You will work autonomously on the Mobile Unit and represent the department at varies events.

By joining the Research and Development Mobile Research Unit Team you can look forward to a warm welcome and a future full of opportunities and support. Become a part of #1BigTeam and embark on a fulfilling career in a stunning costal location. Apply today to join our team!

For further information please contact Eden Wildman [e-mail] 01752 432849.

The post will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to work alongside an experienced team and across multiple specialities which address local health concerns in Plymouth. The Mobile Research Unit was the first of its kind and innovative in research delivery. The post holder working on the unit will be flexible and adaptable and work collaboratively with key stakeholders in and around Plymouth.

The Post Holder Will

• Be responsible for assessing and managing research journeys according to the study protocol.
• Receive informed consent from prospective research participants.
• Carry out procedures and investigations such as screening, recruitment, follow-up, and retention.
• Clinical skills such as collecting and processing bloods, ECG, Medicine Management and much more.
• Data collection
• Assist the senior nurse in the overall management of the Mobile Research Unit and help develop units of the future.
• Develop your management and leadership experience.
  
  

Previous research experience is not required. The education and wider team are happy to work with a registered nurse, AHP or practitioner to learn all the skills required.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Eden Wildman Job title: Specialist Research Nurse Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01752432849

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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