About this role
Job summary
The Trust is committed to growing its research portfolio, increasing access to clinical trials and research opportunities for the people of Warrington and Halton. Research plays a vital role in improving patient outcomes and ensuring healthcare professionals remain at the forefront of evidence-based practice.
The post holder will be part of an established Research Team, coordinating a portfolio of NIHR and commercial research studies. They will support the delivery of high-quality research, ensuring studies are conducted in line with regulatory requirements, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and Trust policies. Through this role, the post holder will contribute to advancing patient care and supporting the Trust's commitment to research excellence.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant may be an experienced Paediatric Research Nurse or a registered children's nurse seeking to develop a career in research. Full training and support will be provided.
Key responsibilities include supporting study set-up and delivery, identifying and recruiting eligible participants through clinical screening, collecting and entering research data, conducting study-related assessments and interviews, and providing ongoing support and monitoring for patients participating in research studies.
The postholder will be primarily based at Warrington Hospital; however, flexibility will be required to work across other Trust sites and attend regional meetings as necessary to meet service needs. This post is funded through the North West Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN).
About us
Our mission, vision and values are at the heart of North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM). They underpin everything we do and everything we aspire to be as an organisation
Our mission is to be exceptional for our patients, our communities and each other
Our vision is to be a great organisation providing excellent healthcare and opportunities to work and learn
Our approach to healthcare is founded on our four core values:
Kind - we are caring, supporting and respectful to everyone
Open - we are honest, transparent and open to new ways of working
Fair - we listen, value our differences and are inclusive to all
One team - we work well together and with our communities
We employ almost 6,500 people from more than 80 nationalities and are fully committed to being an equal, diverse and inclusive employer. Our culture and values ensure that everyone is treated with dignity and respect, and that no job applicant or employee is disadvantaged at any stage of their journey.
We are also proud to be an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists and families.
Working at NCM means becoming part of a dedicated team of clinical and support staff who are passionate about keeping people well and supporting wellbeing. If you share our values and are motivated by making a difference for our patients, we'd be delighted to receive your application
Job description Job responsibilities
***Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of roles and responsibilities***
This job description outlines the current main responsibilities of the post. However the duties of the post may change and develop over time and this job description may, therefore be amended in consultation with the post holder.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered General Nurse (RGN)/Registered Nurse: Children (RNC). Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
Desirable
Postgraduate qualification in Nursing. Postgraduate qualification in Research or related subject.
Experience Essential
Previous experience of research or a demonstrable interest in clinical research. Clinical experience and competency in venepuncture. Ability to interpret clinical investigations. Clinical experience and competency in IV cannulation. Minimum 3 years post-registration experience
Desirable
Previous experience of commercial research. Current ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification or equivalent.
Skills Essential
Proficient in Microsoft Office and computer-based data management systems. Knowledge of clinical trial principles, research governance, GCP, ethics, quality standards and patient confidentiality requirements. Understanding of the Clinical Research Nurse role and NHS Research & Development processes. Ability to accurately collect, manage, validate and report data Ability to maintain accurate, comprehensive and audit-ready documentation. Knowledge of information governance and relevant clinical/research information systems
Desirable
Knowledge of pharmaceutical industry partnerships and commercial research processes. Strong research administration and project coordination skills.
Specific Job Requirements Essential
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organisational, prioritisation and workload management skills. Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet competing deadlines. Meticulous attention to detail. Willingness and ability to travel between study sites as required. Tact and sensitivity when working with children, young people, families, carers and colleagues
Desirable
Experience of working across multiple sites or organisations.
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 North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (WHH)
Address Warrington Hospital
Lovely Lane
Warrington
WA5 1QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://northcheshireandmersey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)