The Respiratory Research Team is recruiting!
The Research and Innovation Department is continuing its exciting expansion. We have several research specialities and the Respiratory research portfolio is looking for a clinical Research Nurse.
It is a full-time post, with a permanent contract. This post will be based at St James University Hospital.
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit a proactive and self-motivated individual with a keen interest in research to work within the Respiratory team.
The post-holder will work as part of, and be supported by a well-established multi-disciplinary research team with a strong track record of producing high impact, translational research to deliver high quality clinical care to patients during their participation in both interventional and observational studies. The post will cover both the inpatient and outpatient settings with the caseload varying in size and complexity according to the trial portfolio.
Once trained, you will have responsibility for leading on a portfolio of clinical research studies. You will be tasked with liaising with clinical teams to recruit eligible patients, deliver clinical interventions (including dosing) and conduct tests according to specific study protocols. You will support junior members of staff within the team and act as a champion for research within the clinical areas.
You will also be responsible for study follow up, data entry, ensuring patient safety and maintaining high levels of quality assurance and data integrity.
The post holder will be required to work alongside industry partners, the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) the Research Delivery Network Yorkshire and Humber (RDN,Y&H) and colleagues in neighbouring establishments, attending regional and national meetings as required.
About us
Research is at the heart of our Trust.
LTHT is involved in research at all levels, developing and trialling new treatments and interventions for patients. We believe that being involved in cutting-edge research helps us provide better care to our patients.
Our Research and innovation CSU are very supportive in the development of individuals and has a proactive Research Academy that offers an extensive programme of education and training.
The respiratory team is very supportive, and the patients are central to everything we do. I also take pride in looking after my team's wellbeing and ensuring that where possible we have the flexibility to promote a healthy work-life balance.
Qualifications
Registered Nurse (Level 1 or 2) (RN Adult for adult areas, RN Child for children's areas) Midwife or HCPC registered AHP or Clinical Research Practitioner registered to the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS)
Recognised post-registration qualification in specialty
Recognised teaching/assessing qualification (desirable)
Experience
Significant post registration experience
Experience of computer database and administration
Working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and management colleagues
Experience of dealing with highly complex situations
Experience of providing and receiving highly complex information
Skills
Ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
Time management skills
IT skills
CORE BEHAVIOUR AND SKILLS
Highly developed communication skills
Organisational skills
Research awareness
Team player
Ability to act professionally at all times
Understanding and acting upon change
Ability to use own initiative
Teaching skills
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP in providing leadership to the research team.
Assist in the line management of the research team, including individual and team performance, attendance, management and workforce planning.
To work as part of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the ongoing development of the department.
To observe the confidentiality of patient information at all times, in accordance with the Data Protection Act and local information governance policy.
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