Senior Paediatric Clinical Research Nurse

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated professionals to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical environment, where you will be responsible for providing exceptional patient care and contributing to clinical research initiatives. Ideal candidates will bring a strong nursing background, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to their work. Join a supportive team that values diversity and is committed to making a difference in the community. If you are passionate about healthcare and looking for a rewarding career, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registered Paediatric/Adult Nurse with NMC required.
• Degree in healthcare or equivalent experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work in a clinical environment managing a busy workload.
• Explain complex concepts to patients clearly.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

IT skills

Ability to work under pressure

Proactive and self-motivated

Team player

Education

Degree in healthcare subject

Registered Nurse with NMC

Tools

Microsoft Office

Patient information systems

Job description

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the 'Supporting Documents' heading. So that you're even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you'll need to take time to read the 'Candidate Essentials Guide' that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how 'we care for you as you care for others'. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you'll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [e-mail].

We're looking forward to hearing from you!

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Registered Paediatric/Adult Nurse with NMC
• Degree in healthcare subject or equivalent level of experience
• Additional specialist training

Desirable criteria

• GCP certificate
• Mentorship Training

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Understanding of clinical research
• Knowledge of ICH, Good Clinical Practice regulations relating to clinical research

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of clinical and research governance
• Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures

Training and Experience

Essential criteria

• Proven experience of working in a clinical environment and working to deadlines
• Proven experience of dealing with a busy workload
• Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable criteria

• Data management experience
• Audit experience
• Experience in clinical research
• Interest in research

Skills and Abilities

Essential criteria

• Excellent communication skills
• Awareness and respect for confidentiality
• Demonstrates IT skills, including email, Microsoft and office programs
• Ability to demonstrate people management
• Knowledge of patient information systems

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of IT training
• Advanced use of spreadsheets
• Knowledge of information governance
• Wide range of skills including venepuncture

Attributes

Essential criteria

• Proactive and able op work on own initiative
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Team player
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Ability to delegate where appropriate
• Ability to work flexible shift pattern where appropriate
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Self motivated
• Conscientious and hard working
• Tactful and diplomatic
• Ability to work to tight and/or unexpected deadlines
• Willingness to travel across multiple sites

Desirable criteria

• Ability to troubleshoot effectively

Others

Essential criteria

• Ability to work unsupervised or part part of team
• Demonstrate ability to meet Trust values

Desirable criteria

• Awareness of research at MFT

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

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.

Documents to download

• JD Band 6 CRN (PDF, 143.9KB)
• PS Band 6 CRN (PDF, 40.5KB)
• Functional Requirements Form (PDF, 920.2KB)
• Candidate Essential Guide Non Medical (PDF, 1.3MB)