About this role
Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for the recruitment to and follow up of patients onto research studies and clinical trials.
This role includes data collection, adherence to ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care Research and assisting in the continued improvement in the care of research participants and the quality of research data.
The post holder will work collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary teams in the management of clinical trial participants
The post is intended to provide a registered nurse with the skills and knowledge necessary to operate independently within a research team. The post-holder will work in conjunction with experienced members of the NGH research team to work towards ownership of key research studies.
Main duties of the job
To work alongside Principal Investigators and the research team to assist in the delivery of a high-quality research service of clinical expertise, professional advice, support, guidance and education to the multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers.
Work will be in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines for the conduct of clinical research trials.
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University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) was formed through the grouping of Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As one group, we are on a journey to improve services for our communities by working collaboratively, modernising the way we deliver care and continually striving for excellence.
Working together allows us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities . There may be a requirement to work across our hospital sites depending on service needs.
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UHN welcomes applications from people from all protected groups and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and have achieved the Gold Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. Our active staff networks support colleagues from all backgrounds and help ensure everyone feels valued here at UHN
Job description Job responsibilities
Corporate Responsibilities
To adhere to Trust vision and standards at all times
The post holder will be expected to aspire to the Values of the Trust in their day -to-day work and behaviours in order to support the Trust in achieving its Vision
The post holder will be expected to work to any Corporate/Division/Directorate/ Department objectives and standards in order to support the trust in achieving its Vision
The post holder will act, at all times, in a courteous, dignified and respectful manner when dealing with patients, staff and visitors to the Trust.
The post holder will be expected to participate in the trusts objectives, contractual obligations and governance agenda.
Supporting Clinical Excellence
Assist with the recruitment of patients onto clinical trials, in conjunction with the wider multi-disciplinary team.
Responsible for the follow up of patients on clinical trials, according to trial protocols, and specific trial related delegated duties.
Responsible for the collection of research specific data, and safe transfer of that data to external sponsor sites.
Work as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team to care for patients throughout their journey through a clinical trial and assist in the transfer to appropriate ongoing follow up care.
Be conversant with emergency procedures
Supporting Patient Excellence
Ensures that agreed standards of care using evidence-based research are adhered to.
To become actively involved in the regular auditing and monitoring of all clinical trials.
To ensure that the highest quality of care is provided to patients and carers at all times.
People/Management Excellence
Act as a mentor or associate mentor to other qualified and unqualified staff following an appropriate and agreed period of experience
A confident and flexible attitude is required to support a varied and growingresearch portfolio.
Professional Responsibilities
To act in accordance with the NMC Code ensuring standards and behaviours are adhered to as laid down by the Nursing and Midwifery Council
Maintains a professional portfolio and takes responsibility for own continuing professional development.
Complete Band 5 competencies within an agreed time frame
Ensure effective communication, both verbal and written, to all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
The post holder may be required to carry out other relevant duties as required
The post holder will adhere to, at all times, any Professional, NHS Code of Conducts and legislation relevant for their area of work.
The post holder will be expected to undertake training, including mandatory and role specific training, relevant to their role and ensure it is renewed as required
Policy and Service Development Responsibilities
To have some knowledge of the Health and Safety at work Act, COSHH and Risk Management.
Become conversant with the policies of the Department and Trust
The post holder will familiarize themselves with, and adhere to at all times, the policies and procedures of the Trust, including Standard Operating Procedures in their area of work.
Other
To undertake mandatory training as required by the individual Trust and additional clinical, research and IT training as required by the research studies.
Work to SOPs, applicable regulatory requirements and laws as per required and applicable to each research study, department
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience Essential
Demonstrable experience as a registered nurse (adult), within an acute hospital environment.
Desirable
Experience of caring for patients involved in research studies Awareness of current issues in healthcare research Awareness of ICH GCP
Educations, Training & Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse Educated to degree level or equivalent level of education, training or experience Up-to-date professional portfolio as proven knowledge base.
Desirable
Awareness of clinical research.
Skills Essential
An ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and contribute to team building. An ability to recognise own limitations and to seek advice from senior members of staff. An ability to remain calm in any situation. An ability to read and understand clinical trial protocols Good planning and organisational skills An ability to plan own workload and manage own time effectively in a pressured environment Ability to work on own initiative
Desirable
Venepuncture Experience of utilising a variety of databases
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 Northampton General Hospital
Address Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust
Cliftonville
Northampton
NN1 5BD
Employer's website https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)