Clinical Research Nurse (Internal Only) in Manchester

MAC is a full-service global Contract Research Organisation (CRO). We also own a network of research sites. Our mission is to serve with honesty and integrity to make an outstanding contribution to human health. We are seeking to appoint a Clinical Research Nurse to join our dedicated team in Greater Manchester.

FOCUS OF THE JOB:

• To prioritise participant safety by ensuring adherence to ICH GCP.
• To carry out clinical trial procedures in accordance with ICH GCP.
• To participate in the effective running of research studies on a day-to-day basis maintaining the safety and well-being of study participants and utilising skill knowledge and judgement to provide a high standard of care whilst maintaining dignity and respect at all times.
• To undertake nursing procedures as per NMC guidelines in ensuring the smooth conduct of trials.
• To have responsibility and accountability for planning, organising and prioritising their daily workload working collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team.

KEY SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• RGN / RMN or BSc Nursing.
• Current NMC registration with effective registration PIN number.
• Experience of working in an acute care setting such as ITU, CCU, HDU or A&E (Desirable).
• Experience within the field of clinical trials desirable, early phase preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure participant safety and well-being in a variety of settings working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Be competent in performing and supervising other members of the multidisciplinary team in core clinical skills, utilising clinical knowledge to identify potential clinical abnormalities and recognising and reporting any deviation from the parameters as stated in the study protocol.
• Perform clinical procedures as per SOP/protocol including but not limited to – 12 lead ECG, continuous cardiac monitoring, blood sampling both direct and via cannula, recording of vital signs, pulse oximetry.
• Perform protocol reviews regarding clinical activity and provide feedback to the project manager.
• Act as project nurse for individual studies supported by the Senior Early Phase Clinical Nurse to provide effective pre-study set-up, project planning and resourcing and associated documentation leading to the safe and successful clinical execution of the study whilst working within the remit of ICH GCP.
• Demonstrate and share understanding of the ABPI guidelines for phase 1 clinical trials and the MHRA accreditation process for phase 1 clinical units.
• Demonstrate and share knowledge and understanding of the research process, the volunteer process and study flow within the clinical unit.
• Be proactive in developing and implementing quality initiatives within the clinical area providing prompt feedback on procedural audit reports and attendance at Quality meetings.
• Attend immediate life support and medical emergency training at least annually and to be familiar with the Resuscitation Council Guidelines and the contents of the Resuscitation Trolley and the use of the defibrillator, checking the defibrillator is working daily and performing weekly resuscitation trolley checks.
• Maintain competency in the use of all equipment required within the clinical studies.
• Demonstrate consistently the ability to plan, organise, prioritise and co-ordinate daily workload.
• Monitor and appropriately report AE’s / SAE’s.
• Ensure that all participant visits are completed in accordance with the protocol.
• Perform all drug administration procedures for which they have been competency assessed in accordance with the study protocol and the NMC guidelines for administration of medicines.
• Maintain accurate drug accountability logs and prescription records.
• Assist in the sample handling and storage of samples in the laboratory when necessary.
• Assist with laboratory procedures including, sample processing and packing (appropriate training and IATA certification required).
• Ensure meticulous recording and transcription of data in both clinical and research notes.

Health Insurance, Free onsite parking, 25 days annual leave (increasing in increments to 30 days after 6 years' service), Your birthday off work.

MAC Clinical Research invites applications from highly motivated candidates, with a desire to fulfil their full potential. You will be working with an organisation that sees you as an investment and is keen for you to achieve your career aspirations. Please email [email protected] should you require any special arrangements or reasonable adjustments to be made throughout this selection process. This will enable us to accommodate your request as necessary.