Research Nurse

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

Oct 16

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Junior, Mid & Senior Level
Research & Development
Healthcare
Truro

Requirements

Are you interested in supporting the development of evidence based care & new treatments in the speciality area of Haematology? Would you like to work at the forefront of medical and nursing practice through research? If so, we would like to hear from you…
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Research & Development Directorate to join us as a Research Nurse working on our Cardiovascular portfolio. You will be responsible for delivering and clinically managing your own portfolio of academic and commercial research studies in Cardiology and Stroke and also providing research support to investigators. This post will enable you to gain clinical knowledge and skills around a variety of specialist conditions through working closely with the consultants and specialist nurses and multi-disciplinary teams.
A central part of the role will be to ensure that you provide excellent research monitoring and care to patients who have consented to participate in research and that the research/clinical teams you work with are appropriately trained, supported and developed within their professional/research roles. An important aspect of the role will be the maintenance of highly accurate and comprehensive records of data derived from the research studies.
Within this post you will develop processes and systems for maximising the recruitment of patients to academic and commercial studies and will ensure that research patients/participants are monitored, supported and receive the highest level of research nursing care. You will work across a range of studies including observational research, novel drug therapy and clinical interventions. Under the direction of the Lead Consultants, Team Leader and Senior Research Nurses you will coordinate the clinical aspects of trials, participate in the recruitment and follow up of patients with responsibility for the assessment, planning and on-going care and safety of the research participants throughout their study journey. The post holder will be required to work autonomously with supervision and guidance of the Team Leader and Senior Research Nurses.
Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for delivering and clinically managing your own portfolio of academic and commercial research studies in Cardiology and Stroke and also providing research support to investigators.
A central part of the role will be to ensure that you provide excellent research monitoring and care to patients who have consented to participate in research and that the research/clinical teams you work with are appropriately trained, supported and developed within their professional/research roles.
An important aspect of the role will be the maintenance of highly accurate and comprehensive records of data derived from the research studies.
Within this post you will develop processes and systems for maximising the recruitment of patients to academic and commercial studies and will ensure that research patients/participants are monitored, supported and receive the highest level of research nursing care.
You will work across a range of studies including observational research, novel drug therapy and clinical interventions.
Under the direction of the Lead Consultants, Team Leader and Senior Research Nurses you will coordinate the clinical aspects of trials, participate in the recruitment and follow up of patients with responsibility for the assessment, planning and on-going care and safety of the research participants throughout their study journey.
The post holder will be required to work autonomously with supervision and guidance of the Team Leader and Senior Research Nurses.
Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Research Nurse position?

The primary focus of the Research Nurse position is to support the development of evidence-based care and new treatments in the specialty area of Cardiology and Stroke through managing and delivering academic and commercial research studies.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Although specific qualifications are not detailed in the job description, a background in nursing, experience in research, and familiarity with clinical trials or haematology are highly beneficial.

Will I be working alone or as part of a team?

You will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, collaborating closely with consultants, specialist nurses, and other members of the research and clinical teams.

What kind of studies will I be involved in?

You will be involved in a variety of studies, including observational research, novel drug therapy, and clinical interventions within the Cardiovascular portfolio.

Is there a focus on sustainability in this role?

Yes, sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target, and all staff are encouraged to implement new ways of working that support this goal.

What support will I receive in my role?

You will receive support and guidance from the Team Leader and Senior Research Nurses, as well as training for the research/clinical teams you work with.

How will patient recruitment be handled?

You will develop processes and systems to maximize patient recruitment for academic and commercial studies while ensuring participants receive the highest level of research nursing care.

Who can I contact for further details about this position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Keren Northcott, Research Sister, at keren.northcott1@nhs.net or call 01872 256420.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

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5001-10,000

Employees

1992

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust provides comprehensive healthcare services across Cornwall. Their mission is to offer high-quality, patient-centered care and to enhance the health and well-being of the local community. They are committed to delivering exceptional medical services, supporting research, and fostering innovation to meet the diverse needs of their patients.