Research Nurse

Job summary
The Research Nurse/Clinical Trials Practitioner is an autonomous specialist working within the multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will take responsibility for the co-ordination and management of a clinical research portfolio comprising of in-house, national and international phase II and III clinical trials in hematological malignancies.

Responsibilities will include education of patients and colleagues, coordination of care of patients on trials, collection and preparation of biological samples, collection of trial data and monitoring of the expected and unexpected side effects of drugs and other treatment modalities. The post holder will be expected to develop specialized skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of clinical trials, the therapies and the relevant disease sites. The post holder will be expected to have sufficient skills to enable patients to make informed choices concerning their involvement in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patient's advocate.

The post is clinically based to support research in haematological malignancies, and post holders will be expected to provide cross cover for members of the team.

If you would like further information, please contact Leigh Wood View email address on meeveem.com

Main duties of the job

• oTo coordinate and conduct inhouse, commercial and non-commercial national and international Phase I, II and III clinical trials
• Be accountable for the documentation of trial data according to ICH GCP guidelines
• Appling critical appraisal skill in evaluating research protocols.
• Demonstrates autonomy as well as the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary healthcare team in identifying and meeting the needs of the patient and their family during various stage of the healthcare continuum
• Coordinates and monitors the care of patients on clinical trials
• Educates the multidisciplinary team about portfolio of clinical trial
• To act as a primary point of contact for patient in specific trials
• Educates patient and family about clinical trial, including the objectives, scientific rationale, treatment schedule, side effect and follow up plan
• Develops programs of care for patients taking part in clinical trials
• Mentorship to data managers and clinical trial practitioners
• Provides cross cover for other research nurse, trial practitioner, data manager and assistant working in the clinical trial unit as directed by the Clinical Trial Manager
• To take personal responsibility for promoting a safe environment and safe patient care by identifying areas of risk and following the incident, serious incidents and near misses reporting policy and procedure
• Research nurse to practice at all times and remain up to date professionally in accordance with the NMC code of professional conduct

About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites: University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing), National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, University College Hospital Grafton Way Building, Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine, University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre, The Hospital for Tropical Diseases, University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street.

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description. Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row. UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Nurse Part 1, 2,
• Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related field

Desirable

• Completed/working towards post graduate course in oncology on other related speciality
• Professionally recognised teaching course

Experience
Essential

• Post registration nursing experience
• Experience of working with oncology/haematology patients and ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of speciality
• Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and/or staff
• Demonstrates evidence of professional development
• Experience working as a preceptor/facilitator

Desirable

• Clinical trials experience

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties

Communication
Essential

• Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential

• E.g., All posts to include Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties

Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Essential

• Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.

Specific Requirements
Essential

• Computer literacy

Desirable

• Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
• Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
• Experience of administration of chemotherapeutic agents

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.

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.