About this role
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to get involved in cutting-edge research and innovation at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn. The Research & Development Department is looking for motivated, hard-working individuals to join a mixed disciplinary team to help improve patient care.
You will work alongside driven clinicians to deliver new clinical treatments and drug interventions within the clinical services in the hospital. This post gives the opportunity to work independently, enhance skilled practice and learn valuable new research skills.
Main duties of the job
The main role of this position is to facilitate the organisation and delivery of research studies within the Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn, NHS Foundation Trust. The studies allocated will be managed by the Band 5 Clinical Research Nurse under the supervision/guidance of a Senior Research Nurse and the study Principal Investigator (PI).
To support the set-up, maintenance and closedown of studies in accordance with Good Clinical Practice guidelines (GCP) and all local, national and international legislation.
Assess patients' suitability to participate in research studies.
Ensure Informed Consent is received appropriately and prior to participation in a research study
Co-ordinate patient visits and undertake patient assessments in accordance with the study protocol and professional competencies.
Collect accurate data and ensure all case report forms (CRFs) are completed as required, either using paper format (if provided) or electronically using the designated data platforms. Ensure all data is stored in accordance with Trust policy and the study protocol/team.
About us
There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once in a generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital due to open in 2031/32 and we are also carrying out on one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken.
Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.
At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs.
We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.
We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome. We love working here and think you will too.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for further information about the job role.
*****Please note this post is NOT eligible for sponsorship*****
Person Specification
Qualifications/training and professional development Essential
Degree in Nursing or equivalent nursing qualification Professional registration Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
Specific research training (e.g. Good Clinical Practice)
Experience Essential
Relevant experience of looking after patients in a healthcare environment Multidisciplinary team working Experience of working with clinicians to deliver a service
Desirable
Experience in maintaining databases Experience of working in a research setting within the NHS or industry
Skills, abilities, and knowledge Essential
Good communication and personal skills Computer literacy and competence in standard PC packages Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to interact sensitively and professionally with clinical staff and patients Venepuncture/phlebotomy skills
Desirable
Awareness of Research Governance Ability to process blood/urine samples prior to shipping, including centrifugation and aliquotting
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 (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT
Address Research & Development Department
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn, Gayton Road
King's Lynn
PE30 4ET
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.qehkl.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)