Job summary

The Research & Development Department at RCHT are excited to be able to offer the post of Research Nurse Associate to work within the team.

This is a unique and novel role within Cornwall which will work as part of the clinical research team to support the recruitment of participants intoclinical trials. Working closely with the Senior Research Nursing team and within the competencies of the role, in line with the NMC Code ofConduct, the Nurse Associate will be a crucial part of of the clinical team, helping to advance research at RCHT.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be dedicated to advancing clinical research within the Research & DevelopmentDepartment. The role involves supporting, coordinating, and overseeing research studies in line withthe competencies of the role and scope of practice under the NMC registration, ensuring adherence toethical, legal and regulation standards. The Research Nurse Associate plays a key role in patient care,data collection and study coordination, collaborating with other healthcare professionals and providersfrom across the Trust.They will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, ensuring patient safety, and contributing tothe overall success of research goals. The post holder will have strong critical thinking skills, excellentcommunication and interpersonal abilities and have a great attention to detail and strong organisationalskills.

About us

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:

Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro

St Michael's Hospital in Hayle

West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance

As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.

We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.

Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

156-8322593

Job locations

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

Truro

TR1 3LJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register
• NVQ Level 3 in healthcare or equivalent
• GCSE in English and Maths grade 9 to 4 (A* to C)

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
• Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code.
• Experience of dealing with confidential patient information
• Ability to communication information to patient/carers/members of MDT
• Broad and recent clinical experience relevant to the post
• Evidence of up to date professional development

Desirable

• Experience of clinical research within an NHS setting
• Knowledge of research design and methodology
• Previous experience working on clinical data systems

Practical Skills

Essential

• Pertinent clinical skills including venepuncture or willingness to undertake training
• Ability to collect accurate clinical measurements including standard observations (BP, HR, RR, SP02 Temp, Height, weight, blood sugar
• Understanding of ethical practice and patient confidentiality
• Good report writing, a focus on accuracy and meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Capacity to manage a diverse caseload and prioritise tasks effectively
• Excellent organisational skills
• well developed IT skills including understanding of data collection and data entry for clinical trials
• Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a small team, as well as part of the wider multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Evidence of interest in clinical research
• Understand the significance of research and use of validated results to improve practice
• Knowledge of the research governance framework and ICH GCP

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register NVQ Level 3 in healthcare or equivalent GCSE in English and Maths grade 9 to 4 (A* to C) Experience Essential Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code. Experience of dealing with confidential patient information Ability to communication information to patient/carers/members of MDT Broad and recent clinical experience relevant to the post Evidence of up to date professional development Desirable Experience of clinical research within an NHS setting Knowledge of research design and methodology Previous experience working on clinical data systems Practical Skills Essential Pertinent clinical skills including venepuncture or willingness to undertake training Ability to collect accurate clinical measurements including standard observations (BP, HR, RR, SP02 Temp, Height, weight, blood sugar Understanding of ethical practice and patient confidentiality Good report writing, a focus on accuracy and meticulous attention to detail Ability to work independently Capacity to manage a diverse caseload and prioritise tasks effectively Excellent organisational skills well developed IT skills including understanding of data collection and data entry for clinical trials Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a small team, as well as part of the wider multidisciplinary team Desirable Evidence of interest in clinical research Understand the significance of research and use of validated results to improve practice Knowledge of the research governance framework and ICH GCP

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

Truro

TR1 3LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust

Address

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

Truro

TR1 3LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)