Job summary Band 6 Research Nurse/Clinical Trials Practitioner - Perioperative Medicine and Cardiovascular Surgery (1 year fixed term) An exciting opportunity for a motivated and driven Research nurse or Clinical Trials Practitioner, has arisen to work within the adult cardiovascular surgery & perioperative medicine research group and the Barts Bio Resource based at the St. Bartholomew's Hospital. Our group offers a unique variety of research experiences and is a fantastic place to learn the speciality. As part our routine day, we work in the Pre-Operative Assessment Units, Theatres, Recovery, Critical Care Units and Surgical wards. You will be closely involved with the staff and patients in all of these departments and more widely across the Hospital, supporting the Barts Bio Resource programme Your primary base will be at St. Bartholomew's Hospital. Main duties of the job The successful applicant will be committed to evidence-based practice and will be involved in the day to day management of research studies and the Barts Bio Resource. This includes: patient recruitment, data collection, research protocol development, data quality assurance and liaison with the clinicians responsible for patient care. You will be expected to show initiative and autonomy in the running of the clinical trials. You will have experience in cardiothoracic surgery and/or critical care, strong organisational and planning skills and be an effective communicator. Research experience is desirable but not essential and you are able to work both on your own initiative, and as part of a team. About us Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers. The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment. Date posted 29 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £44,806 to £53,134 a year Per annum inc Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 259-6744988GSS-A Job locations St Bartholomews Hospital London EC1A 7BE Job description Job responsibilities We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager. Comprehensive research training and an induction program will be provided. The team will also provide a tailored, individual personal development plan with support for further training and opportunities for developing. If you have been working in cardiovascular surgeryand/or critical care and you are interested in embarking on a clinical research career, we would love to hear from you. Our team works Monday to Friday and our working hours vary depending on the research study. We may have to start early or work late allowing flexibility in the working hours. This is a one year fixed term contract and a full time role of 37.5 hours per week. For further informal enquiries and/or to arrange a visitplease contact: Sophie WelchSenior Nurse for Cardiovascular Researchvia email on: Sophie.welch2nhs.net The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below. Job description Job responsibilities We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager. Comprehensive research training and an induction program will be provided. The team will also provide a tailored, individual personal development plan with support for further training and opportunities for developing. If you have been working in cardiovascular surgeryand/or critical care and you are interested in embarking on a clinical research career, we would love to hear from you. Our team works Monday to Friday and our working hours vary depending on the research study. We may have to start early or work late allowing flexibility in the working hours. This is a one year fixed term contract and a full time role of 37.5 hours per week. For further informal enquiries and/or to arrange a visitplease contact: Sophie WelchSenior Nurse for Cardiovascular Researchvia email on: Sophie.welch2nhs.net The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below. Person Specification Qualifications/Professional Development Essential Registered Nurse / or demonstrable experience in health-related discipline Desirable Research qualification Possession of/working towards degree ALS/ILS or equivalent Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification Knowledge & Experience Essential Substantive post registration nursing experience/or equivalent in a healthcare setting. An understanding of Research Governance, EU Clinical Trials Directive and Good Clinical Practice and evidence of effective approaches to implementation. Desirable Demonstrate an understanding of national research networks. Clinical trials experience. Experience in Cardiology Nursing or other relevant area for at least 1 year. Leadership and Management Style Essential Well-developed interpersonal communication skills including liaison and negotiating skills. Ability to produce clear, accurate written and verbal reports. Proactive and self-motivated with ability to lead, motivate and empower others. Desirable Ability to lead and manage meetings effectively. Skills Essential Ability to prioritise, meet tight deadlines and work independently on a number of projects. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. Computer literacy. Desirable Ability to confront challenging issues taking a problem-solving approach. Other Essential Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion o Displays enthusiastic and proactive approach to work Enthusiasm for and desire to embed research in clinical practice Able to articulate reason for desire to work in this clinical area Specific Requirements Essential Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion. Display enthusiastic nature. Person Specification Qualifications/Professional Development Essential Registered Nurse / or demonstrable experience in health-related discipline Desirable Research qualification Possession of/working towards degree ALS/ILS or equivalent Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification Knowledge & Experience Essential Substantive post registration nursing experience/or equivalent in a healthcare setting. An understanding of Research Governance, EU Clinical Trials Directive and Good Clinical Practice and evidence of effective approaches to implementation. Desirable Demonstrate an understanding of national research networks. Clinical trials experience. Experience in Cardiology Nursing or other relevant area for at least 1 year. Leadership and Management Style Essential Well-developed interpersonal communication skills including liaison and negotiating skills. Ability to produce clear, accurate written and verbal reports. Proactive and self-motivated with ability to lead, motivate and empower others. Desirable Ability to lead and manage meetings effectively. Skills Essential Ability to prioritise, meet tight deadlines and work independently on a number of projects. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. Computer literacy. Desirable Ability to confront challenging issues taking a problem-solving approach. Other Essential Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion o Displays enthusiastic and proactive approach to work Enthusiasm for and desire to embed research in clinical practice Able to articulate reason for desire to work in this clinical area Specific Requirements Essential Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion. Display enthusiastic nature. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Barts Health NHS Trust Address St Bartholomews Hospital London EC1A 7BE Employer's website https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)