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University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Bristol

AI generated summary

  • You should be an experienced Band 6 Research Nurse, skilled in clinical trial coordination, patient safety, data collection, staff leadership, and adherence to research regulations.
  • You will manage clinical trials, coordinate patient arrangements, ensure compliance with regulations, provide staff leadership, and assist in strategic planning and training within the team.

Requirements

  • An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, dedicated and enthusiastic Band 6 Research Nurse's to join our team.
  • The successful candidate will play a leading role in the planning, co-ordination and completion of a portfolio of clinical trials including some early phase trials.
  • The successful candidate will co-ordinate and oversee academic and commercial clinical trials, working closely with the multidisciplinary team and colleagues in the clinical trials unit to ensure patient safety, accurate data collection high quality care and adherence to the study protocols, maintaining effective communication and safe working practice within a complex regulatory framework.
  • Previous applicants need not apply.
  • Assist in the overall setting up, organisation and running of a clinical trial within the CTU ensuring it is run to ICH-GCP standards within the Research Governance framework and adhering to other related regulations/SOPs.
  • Co-ordinate arrangements for patients participating in clinical trials, according to study protocols, and communicate all necessary information to relevant personnel.
  • Take day to day responsibility for the management of a portfolio of trials relating to site specific area(s), working in collaboration with the data management team and other members of the CTU team. Ensuring that information is kept up to date and a comprehensive portfolio is maintained as far as possible by working closely with investigators.
  • Provide leadership and motivation for staff, facilitate orientation and training programs, ensuring information about studies is available and disseminated as appropriate.
  • Professionally accountable for all actions and recognises limitations of the role.
  • Assists the Senior Research Nurses in the day-to-day management of the nursing aspects of clinical research, deputises in their absence.
  • Assists the CTU manager and senior team in the strategic planning and development of the unit.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the overall setting up, organisation and running of a clinical trial within the CTU ensuring it is run to ICH-GCP standards within the Research Governance framework and adhering to other related regulations/SOPs.
  • Co-ordinate arrangements for patients participating in clinical trials, according to study protocols, and communicate all necessary information to relevant personnel.
  • Take day to day responsibility for the management of a portfolio of trials relating to site specific area(s), working in collaboration with the data management team and other members of the CTU team. Ensuring that information is kept up to date and a comprehensive portfolio is maintained as far as possible by working closely with investigators.
  • Provide leadership and motivation for staff, facilitate orientation and training programs, ensuring information about studies is available and disseminated as appropriate.
  • Professionally accountable for all actions and recognises limitations of the role.
  • Assists the Senior Research Nurses in the day-to-day management of the nursing aspects of clinical research, deputises in their absence.
  • Assists the CTU manager and senior team in the strategic planning and development of the unit.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Research Nurse.

What Band level is the Research Nurse position?

The Research Nurse position is Band 6.

What types of clinical trials will the Research Nurse be involved in?

The Research Nurse will be involved in a portfolio of clinical trials, including some early phase trials.

What are the main responsibilities of the Research Nurse?

The main responsibilities include planning, coordination, and completion of clinical trials, ensuring patient safety, accurate data collection, and adherence to study protocols, among others.

Is previous application for this position permitted?

No, previous applicants need not apply.

Who will the Research Nurse collaborate with in their role?

The Research Nurse will work closely with the multidisciplinary team and colleagues in the clinical trials unit.

What is expected of the Research Nurse in terms of communication?

The Research Nurse is expected to maintain effective communication and safe working practices within a complex regulatory framework.

What is the overall goal of the Research Nurse's work?

The overall goal is to ensure high-quality care, patient safety, and adherence to study protocols throughout the clinical trials.

Who can be contacted for further details or informal visits regarding the position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Moira Tait, Senior Research Nurse, via email at moira.tait@uhbw.nhs.uk or by phone at 01173426749.

What is the commitment of University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust regarding workforce diversity?

UHBW is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels.

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