About this role
Job summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced dedicated Senior Clinical Research Nurse to join the Research and Innovation department at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will work with a vibrant team of research nurses and practitioners delivering a broad portfolio of research studies. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the assessment and management of the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials. This will include the recruitment, education and monitoring of trial patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data.
Previous research experience and supporting junior staff is essential. Experience in any of the specialty areas such as cancer, urology specialty areas or midwifery would be of advantage.
The role is based at Wexham Park but will involve some cross site working to support delivery teams at other sites of Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, including Heatherwood, King Edward VII
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
Identify new studies for R&I portfolio and be a key player in the feasibility process of new studies in the specialties assigned.
Contribute to the set up and management of studies.
Coordinates and conducts commercial and non-commercial studies in accordance with ICH-GCP and UK Policy Framework for Health and Social Care Research.
To ensure that the approved study protocols are followed at all times and conduct studies according to current legislation, ICH-GCP and local SOPs
Be accountable for the documentation of study data according to ICH GCP guidelines
Creates and maintains investigator site files.
Ensure the study participant is managed according to the schedule of events set out in the protocol.
Identify suitable participants for studies by attending clinics, screening notes and relevant multi-disciplinary team meetings.
Coordinate the study activities
Educate and support other members of staff, particularly new staff during their induction within the department.
Provides cover for other team members across FHFT, as required.
Participate in developing a shared version of the service and work with the multidisciplinary team, partner organisations and external agencies to achieve this.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
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Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details on working for Frimley Health Foundation Trust
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NMC First level registration
Desirable
ICH-GCP recognised training within the last year
Experience Essential
Experience in delivering clinical research Effective management of clinical study portfolios including costing of studies Experience of mentoring or supervising staff
Desirable
Commitment to service development
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written Ability to work under pressure using own initiative and prioritise workload Commitment to meet the departmental objectives within the wider context of the NIHR Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office, Teams and OneDrive
Desirable
Knowledge of electronic data capture platforms EDGE Reporting
Special Requirement Essential
Ability to travel across FHFT main sites and satellite sites. Commitment to achieving the research and innovation objectives within the Trust and wider systems
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 Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address Wexham Park Hospital
Wexham Street
Slough, Berkshire
SL2 4HL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)