Job summary
Do you want to be part of our expanding, dynamic research team? Are you an NMC Registered Nurse or Midwife interested in Research?
We are looking for an enthusiastic team member to join the Clinical Research Delivery team at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. This is an ideal role for an experienced Nurse who would enjoy learning with our flexible, dynamic, collaborative award winning team.
The Research Nurse co-ordinates the day to day management of the research portfolio, requiring a flexible approach with good communication, clinical and organisational skills. We will provide continuing education and support your professional development to enable you to fulfil the role and develop your career.
We work across the trust in Amersham, High Wycombe and Stoke Mandeville sites.
The new Research and Innovation centre at Stoke Mandeville hospital is a fully equipped, purpose-built facility designed to be a welcoming environment for staff and research participants.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for coordinating the day to day management of research studies, offering our patients the opportunity to participate in clinical trials, collecting & processing samples, monitoring patient safety and maintaining accurate confidential records. You will work collaboratively with clinical colleagues to champion research.
To fulfil this role, you will require good communication skills, both oral and written. You should be able to work as a team member and as an autonomous practitioner. You will be expected to be flexible, organised, have good computer skills, enjoy attention to detail and demonstrate good clinical skills. Patient safety and advocacy is central to this role.
You will work within the Trust policies and guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures, Trial Protocols, NMC guidelines, Research Governance Framework and ICH-Good Clinical Practice.
About us
Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
- A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships
- Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow.
- Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued.
- Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- NMC Nurse Registration
- Graduate level qualification in relevant discipline, or be working towards one
- Evidence of continuous personal, professional and academic development
- Post registration teaching qualification (eg ENB 998 or mentorship course)
Desirable
- Knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Knowledge and experience in clinical research/Clinical trials
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Evidence of accurate documentation and data collection
- Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a small team, as well as part of the wider multidisciplinary team
- Ability to work across boundaries, integrating with multidisciplinary staff in relation to research trials
- Computer literacy and presentation skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and co-ordinate work of self and others
- Commitment to achieving objectives
- Phlebotomy skills
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Essential
- Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet service needs
Desirable
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Mandeville Road
Stoke Mandeville
HP21 8AL