Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The Gastroenterology research team runs clinical trials for patients primarily with Inflammatory Bowel Disease or Celiac Disease, together with Gastroenterologists, Industry and the Regional Research Delivery Network. We are looking for a Band 6 research nurse who can work within an established, experienced and supportive research team to recruit patients to our large portfolio of industry trials, monitoring and evaluating care and liaising with senior doctors and the wider IBD specialist team.
We exclusively manage a significant number of trials both commercial and academic. Our department comprises a large team of research nurses, practitioners and administrators who have an extensive portfolio of studies across both Hepatology and Gastroenterology research teams and share the facilities to deliver on these. We collaborate closely with the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) who monitors recruitment, provides nursing resources and organises meetings for healthcare professionals in the South-Central region, which provides a fantastic networking opportunity.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking someone who is motivated, dynamic, looking for a new challenge, takes pride in delivering high standards of care, puts patient experience at the heart of what they do and ideally, has experience in research settings. Holding a UK recognised first level degree (HEI Level 6) in Nursing, being registered with the NMC and proficiency with Microsoft Office packages are essential requirements for the role.
Job responsibilities
Clinical Practice and Research
1. Manage workload and co-ordinate allocated clinical trials and research studies together with clinicians and research nurses.
2. Recruit patients from Gastroenterology clinics and other care settings to the appropriate clinical trials and conduct their follow up when required.
3. Manage patients care throughout their time in their study whilst evaluating and reporting accurately to senior clinicians and trial sponsors.
4. Respond to trial queries that are raised in the electronic data capture software by the sponsor within a timely and professional manner.
5. Practice in compliance with their code of professional conduct, being responsible and accountable for their decisions, actions, or omissions.
6. Utilise effective communication skills through a variety of methods, supporting participants in decision making in relation to clinical trial and study entry and participation.
7. Utilise effective communication skills with colleagues both internally and/or externally, in verbal, non-verbal and written communication methods, adapting to changing parameters as required, which includes thorough accurate documentation in patient records as required.
8. Provide and receive highly sensitive, complex or contentious information relating to participant involvement and care, and communicates information to participants, families or carers with respect, compassion and empathy.
9. Able to competently perform a range of clinical procedures as required as part of the research protocol, ensuring accurate data capture.
10. Adhere to the NMC Codes of Conduct, Scope of Professional Practice and Good Clinical Practice at all times.
11. Participate in and ensure compliance with Informed Consent Procedures, acting within boundaries of own competency, research regulation and Trust policies/SOPs.
12. Use own professional judgment identifying when to escalate and seek senior support/guidance.
13. Support the research team with all administrative tasks, including study set up and completion of feasibility requests, as required.
14. Ensure all necessary regulatory approvals are in place prior to approaching potential study participants.
15. Work within the limits of the approved protocol and any approved amendments.
Leadership and Management
1. Initiates and develops effective relationships, fostering clarity of the research nurse role within teams, to encourage productive and efficient working practices.
2. Act as a role model for excellence in clinical research delivery & demonstrate the values of the OUHFT, including a person-centred approach to care.
3. Provide line management and mentorship where appropriate to junior colleagues.
4. Support learners/students on placement within the team.
5. Contribute to the research team and service development as required.
6. Promote research to potential participants and colleagues within the Trust and other partners.
7. Support the development and implementation of local standard operating policies and procedures.
8. Remain adaptable to change, continually developing own practice.
9. Participate in clinical & research governance reporting and participate, as required, in the investigation of clinical & research incidents.
10. Recognise the critical importance of wellbeing in self and others, seeking to identify and manage stressors or pressures to promote health and wellbeing.
Education
1. Address own CPD learning needs as research delivery nurse, working to a personal development plan that reflects the needs of the individual and clinical research delivery service.
2. Critically reflects to maximise clinical & research delivery skills and knowledge development.
3. Engage with performance reviews and appraisal processes, as required.
4. Engage with training and education opportunities across both research delivery, leadership and clinical speciality. This may include conferences, study days, and investigators meetings.
Improving Quality and Developing Practice
1. Report all Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events in line with ICH-GCP, ISO 14155 and OUH NHS Trust Adverse Events Reporting policy.
2. Promote the value of clinical research to potential participants, the public and NHS colleagues.
3. Participate in dissemination of research results locally and nationally as appropriate.
4. Represent participants and clinical research delivery staff in the development and review of research protocols, ensuring the protocols are deliverable, as appropriate.
5. Promote and take part in PPI engagement in research design and dissemination.
6. Seek to publish new findings and best practice in Trust communications, meetings, conferences and journal articles where appropriate.
7. Understand the professional and current issues related to clinical research and area of practice.
8. Participate in audits and inspections to inform own and others practice, helping to formulate and implement strategies to act on key learnings and making improvements.
9. Actively seeks feedback from individuals, families, carers and colleagues to inform own development and/or service developments in practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications & experience
* UK recognised first level degree (HEI Level 6), in Nursing or specialist nursing field in clinical trials research.
* Registered Nurse (Part 1, 8, 12 or 15 of the Nursing and Midwifery Council Register depending on area of practice).
* Experience of working with Microsoft Office packages.
* Experience in clinical trials research.
* Good Clinical Practice training.
* Experience of working with research databases.
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.
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