Band 5/6 - Research Nurse, Research and Development

This is a fixed-term (12-month) full-time post open to qualified nurses interested in pursuing a career in clinical research.

The post holder will undertake a competency-based program working with established multidisciplinary research teams across various disciplines.

The training includes study sessions combined with practice placements to deliver an integrated approach to clinical research training.

The post is funded by the Local Research Network and is a development role, with the opportunity to progress to Band 6 upon achieving all competencies as per development plans.

Prior to the interview, candidates will be invited to a pre-interview Excel-based assessment, scheduled for 14th August via MS Teams. Interviews will be held face-to-face on 18th August. Please ensure access to a computer with these applications.

Clinical activities will be performed under supervision, with increasing autonomy, including:

1. Attending multidisciplinary team meetings to identify patients eligible for clinical trials.
2. Assisting with patient recruitment using trial eligibility criteria.
3. Supporting clinic operations by obtaining results, x-rays, and scans prior to appointments.
4. Booking investigations as directed by staff and data managers.
5. Assisting patients with questionnaires related to quality of life and other aspects.
6. Handling telephone queries from patients and carers with support from the research nurse.
7. Referring queries to relevant team members as needed.
8. Administering experimental and unlicensed intravenous investigational medicinal products.
9. Performing phlebotomy.
10. Handling, storing, and shipping bloods, histology specimens, and body fluids for research.
11. Guiding and advocating for patients considering trial participation, including communicating sensitive information and managing emotional responses.

This is an exciting time to join the Trust, with new hospital developments and updates to theatres, building on the success of the virtual hospital and innovations in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are priorities, and the Trust values empowerment, compassion, professionalism, and inclusivity.

Flexible working options are available to support work-life balance. More information can be found at www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking.

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and need support, please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net.

If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving, please tick \”Member of the Armed Forces Community\” on the application form.

Note: We reserve the right to close this advert early due to high application volume. Apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks, please assume your application was unsuccessful.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Jasmin Pandhal
Job title: Lead Research Nurse
Email: jasmin.pandhal@nhs.net
Telephone: 01923 217854

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