About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and committed nurse to join the Imperial Clinical Respiratory Research Unit (ICRRU), supporting a diverse and expanding portfolio of clinical research studies.
This post offers an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to further develop their nursing career within the dynamic field of respiratory research. In return, we offer ongoing professional development and the opportunity to gain valuable experience within one of the UK's leading Academic Health Science Centres.
The successful applicant will work within a specialist team delivering research across a broad range of respiratory conditions, including Asthma, Tuberculosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pleural disease, COPD and Chronic Cough. The portfolio includes both commercial and academic studies, encompassing observational and complex interventional trials.
You will work closely with a supportive and experienced team of Principal Investigators and multidisciplinary clinical teams, contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care within a research setting. We are a welcoming, collaborative and forward-thinking team committed to excellence in research and patient care.
Main duties of the job
To facilitate efficient, safe and participant-focused research. To contribute to the management of the local portfolio of clinical research studies. Advises staff and researchers, acting as a knowledgeable resource on matters relating to clinical practice and research, promoting an active and effective research culture. To co-ordinate the care of your own caseload of clinical research study participants. To contribute to the development of research protocols. To assist in the process of gaining local regulatory committee approval (ethics and R&D approval). Continue your own professional development keeping updated with current practice. Prioritise workload as appropriate and delegate tasks/activities to a range of team members and evaluate outcomes in conjunction with Divisional Research Manager.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse
Desirable
Has attained or is working towards a Degree/ Certificate/Diploma in management/ professional nursing issues. GCP training
Experience Essential
Relevant experience at band 5 within a relevant speciality. Experience of supervision of junior staff, SLICE or equivalent experience For specialist areas able to demonstrate specialist knowledge of patient group Knowledge of research and audit Evidence of continuing professional development Ability to practice within the scope of the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. Ability to demonstrate application of the NHS Plan to own sphere of practice.
Desirable
Respiratory research experience Respiratory Medicine experience
Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential
Leadership skills Proven teaching and assessing skills Ability to apply current research to practice Able to manage difficult situations effectively Able to prioritise and meet deadlines Able to use own initiative Demonstrates an awareness of the wider NHS service developments Excellent level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate the ability to compile complex written information
Desirable
Research Bronchoscopy Respiratory Lung function testing
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 Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address St Mary's Hospital
Praed Street
London
W2 1NY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)