About this role
Job summary
Join our forward-thinking, innovative and Patient-Centred Norwich North Primary Care Network. We are seeking a caring, reliable and motivated Clinical Research Nurse to join our friendly research team.
Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, we combine the traditional values of continuity of care with innovative services, that improve access for patients. As a valued member of our team, you will play a key role in supporting patients and delivering excellent nursing care in a research setting.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive, collaboration environment where staff are valued, developed and encouraged to make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of our community.
If you enjoy working with people, thrive in a busy environment and are passionate about patient care, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be working as part of the Norwich North Primary Care Network research team and based primarily within the dedicated PCN Research Hub at Magdalen Medical Practice, with work across the PCN's member practices and other approved research locations as required. You will be responsible for providing a safe, efficient and compassionate research based nursing service to our patients.
About us
Our Research Hub is made up of dedicated GPs, Nurses, GPAs and administrators who work collaboratively to provide the highest standards of patient care. We believe that every member of the team plays a vital role in the success of the Hub and in delivering an exceptional experience for our patients.
We foster a welcoming, supportive and inclusive working environment where colleagues feel valued, respected and encouraged to develop their skills and careers. Teamwork, compassion, professionalism and mutual support are at the heart of everything we do.
Why Join Us?
- Friendly, supportive and experienced team.
- Innovative and forward-thinking PCN committed to service development.
- Opportunity to make a real difference to patients' lives every day.
- Commitment to staff training, development and career progression.
- A positive workplace culture where staff wellbeing, respect and teamwork are genuinely valued.
If you are looking for a rewarding role within an ambitious, caring and innovative setting, Norwich North Primary Care Network offers an excellent opportunity to develop your career while making a meaningful contribution to your local community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job TitleClinical Research Nurse
Reports ToGP Research Lead and Practice Business Manager
Norwich North Primary Care Network comprises Lawson Road Surgery, Magdalen Medical Practice and Oak Street Medical Practice. The Clinical Research Nurse will support the continued development and delivery of the PCNs portfolio of commercial and non-commercial research. The post will be based primarily within the dedicated PCN Research Hub at Magdalen Medical Practice, with work across the PCNs member practices and other approved research locations as required.
The post holder will: identify, screen and recruit potentially eligible participants; support the informed-consent process; deliver study-specific clinical procedures; monitor participants; and ensure that accurate, complete and timely study documentation is maintained.
Working closely with Principal Investigators, practice teams, sponsors, research delivery staff and partner organisations, the post holder will: help ensure that studies are delivered safely, effectively and in accordance with approved protocols, Good Clinical Practice, applicable UK legislation and regulatory requirements.
Duties undertaken will depend on individual study requirements and will remain within the post holders professional registration, training, demonstrated competence and documented delegation by the Principal Investigator.
Occasional flexible working may be required to meet participant and protocol requirements. Any evening, weekend or home-visiting arrangements will be agreed in advance and undertaken in accordance with the practices lone-working and safety procedures
In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their careers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.
Quality and Continuous Improvement (CI)
The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:
Professional Responsibilities
Work with the NMC Code of Conduct and scope of professional conduct
Be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness including clinical supervision.
Conduct research in accordance with relevant guidelines such as ICH GCP Guidelines, The Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations 2004, as amended; UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care Research; current MHRA and HRA guidance; and ICH Good Clinical Practice.
To protect the research participants and quality of each study.
Attend courses, meetings and conferences as deemed relevant.
Ensure that the CRN wide standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care of all those who come in contact with the service.
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.
Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs.
Clinical
Organise workload to ensure that the interest of research participants are met.
Prioritise patient safety and accurate data collection in line with GCP principles
Work within and monitor the standards of care as defined in the research protocols, policies and procedures of the RDN-EoE to ensure adherence to and delivery of high quality service.
Support the safe administration of treatments and drugs given within the context of a clinical trial.
Ensure that trial specific investigations are undertaken as required by the trial protocol including to undertake clinical procedures and clinical sampling and processing and shipping of samples as required
With appropriate training, to take clinical samples for studies, and ensure the processing and storage and dispatch of biological samples meets the requirements of the research protocol in order to make certain that safe handling and quality is assured.
Maintain effective communication with research participants their relatives/carers and members of the multi-disciplinary teams
Ensure data is recorded accurately and in accordance with regulatory requirements in appropriate study documentation.
Research
Ensure that all research studies have the necessary regulatory, ethical, Health Research Authority and organisational approvals in place before any study-specific activity or participant approach is undertaken.
Provide support to clinical investigators in obtaining approval and assurances.
Become familiar with each research protocol and its application in practice including procedures and documentation to ensure safe and accurate conduct and recording within the study.
To identify, screen and recruit eligible participants into research studies according to specific protocols and guidelines.
Co-ordinate recruitment for a local portfolio of clinical studies across participating sites/practices.
Provide information, education and support to clinical team members, regarding clinical studies.
Facilitate the informed consent process ensuring the following is accounted for:
The patient (and significant others) fully understands the nature of the clinical trial.
The patient is aware that entry into the trial is voluntary and they can withdraw at any point without prejudice.
The patient is aware of any extra procedures required by the trial.
The consent form is completed accurately and filed as required.
To disseminate up to date information, protocol amendments etc to personnel working on research projects.
To be responsible for monitoring trial data/accrual in clinical studies and uploading to appropriate systems in a timely manner. Liaise with clinical trial personnel, as necessary.
To identify barriers to recruitment to studies and ensure that the Principal Investigator is aware of them. Identify and implement action/plans as required.
Report all serious adverse events (SAEs) and suspected unexpected serious adverse reactions (SUSARs) immediately following appropriate procedures.
Co-coordinate and assist in the dissemination of research findings internally and externally
Communication
To liaise closely with other Research Nurses and Network Facilitators within and across the localities
To liaise with key identified personnel in the host practice, Magdalen Medical Practice.
To provide information and education about the PCN, its member practices and their research projects to interested parties.
To communicate with research participants, their relatives/carers and with the multi-disciplinary team involved in the provision of care associated with the research study.
Ensure the provision of appropriate verbal and written information, to potential research participants thus empowering the patient to make informed decisions
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders. Liaise with other departments as needed to ensure study interventions are conducted in a timely manner
To work as an effective team member with the aim of maximising patient recruitment to NIHR adopted studies within time and target.
Other
To attend PCN meetings as required
To attend meetings relating to specific research projects as necessary.
To undertake any other duties, which may be required from time to time, are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade and needs of the service.
Duties undertaken will depend on the requirements of individual study protocols, the post holders professional registration, training and demonstrated competence, and appropriate delegation by the Principal Investigator.
Staff should interpret national strategies and policies into local implementation strategies that are aligned to the values and culture of general practice.
All staff are to contribute to investigations and root cause analyses whilst participating in serious incident investigations and multidisciplinary case reviews.
Induction
You will be required to complete the induction programme and the practice management team will support you throughout the process.
Learning and development
All staff will be required to participate in mandatory training. It is an expectation for this post holder to assess their own learning needs and undertake learning as appropriate.
Where appropriate the post holder will: undertake mentorship for team members and disseminate learning and information gained.
Service delivery and Contribution to the implementation of Services
The post holder will;
Adhere to the information contained within the organisations policies and regional directives, ensuring protocols are always adhered to.
Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance
Participate in audit where appropriate.
Professional conduct
All staff are required to dress appropriately for their role.
Person Specification
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Ability to provide quality care
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Basic IT skills
- Persuasive manner: able to establish positive working relationships with range of healthcare professionals, NHS managers and university staff
- Must be able to deal with the public and colleagues in a pleasant manner at all times
- Able to be calm and diplomatic under pressure
- Able to identify with the practices commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults
- Understanding of the requirements of ICH Good Clinical Practice; possess current GCP Certificate
- Effective listening and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to achieving objectives of Research Delivery Network. Self-motivated
- Ability to work autonomously using own initiative and as a member of a small team as well as wider multi-disciplinary team
- Able to organise, prioritise and co-ordinate work of self and others where there are conflicting demands and workload pressures
Desirable
- Experience managing junior members of a team or learners in the workplace
- Ability to write reports
- Presentation and teaching skills
- Experience working in primary care or community setting
- Experience of running concurrent research studies with minimal supervision according to GCP
- Project management experience
Experience
Essential
- Relevant recent clinical experience at Band 5 or above
- Experience of collaborating with other agencies
- Working with patients/service users
Desirable
- Experience working in primary care or community setting
- Experience of running concurrent research studies with minimal supervision according to GCP
- Project management experience
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN Educated to degree level or equivalent, or
- Clinical Research Nurse with relevant skills and experience
- Evidence of continuous personal and professional and academic development
Desirable
- Attended ICH GCP Training
- Aware of current legislation regarding research governance issues
- Knowledge of research design and methods: understanding of the analytical process
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Magdalen Medical Practice
Address
Magdalen Medical Practice
Lawson Road
Norwich
NR3 4LF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.magdalenmedical.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)