Haematology/Oncology Clinical Research Nurse
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Clinical Research Nurse Haematology/Oncology
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated paediatric research nurse to join our dynamic research nursing team. We are looking for a motivated individual with experience of cancer nursing who is willing to learn and develop their skills in clinical research.
The Haematology/Oncology research team works within the Research and Innovation division to care for patients undergoing treatment on early phase clinical trials. We work closely with the clinical teams within the cancer service also offering support for some aspects of late phase trials. Our trials portfolio is wide ranging from interventional, through to biological and observational studies. These are national, European and International studies both commercial and academic. We are a designated Experimental Cancer Medicines Centre (ECMC) and a designated 'first in child' centre meaning we often provide access to trials that are not available elsewhere.
Main duties of the job
This successful applicant will work as part of a Multi-Disciplinary team including a dedicated research Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) and clinical fellows. You will work alongside the band 7/6 research nurses, and the non-clinical teams to lead and coordinate the delivery of the Haematology/Oncology speciality research portfolio. You will work clinically with the team and promote high standards of both patient care and research practice.
You will act as the patient's keyworker and so responsibilities include education of patients, families and colleagues. Co-ordination of care including booking of visits and investigations. As a research nurse, you will be involved in the collection of biological samples, and trial specific data collection, and you will be expected to administer experimental agents and monitor patients for side effects, reporting these as appropriate.
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated paediatric nurse with Cancer care experience. You must have effective organisational skills and be looking for a new and exciting challenge. You should demonstrate the ability to manage your own workload and to work as part of a team. This post offers excellent opportunities in gaining research experience with the opportunity to maintain your clinical skills, while being supported by an experienced team of research nurses.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
Job responsibilities
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
GOSH Culture and Values
* Our Always values: Always welcoming, Always helpful, Always expert, Always one team
* Possession of a relevant degree
* Evidence of ongoing dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty linked to demonstrable clinical competencies
* Leadership and management training
* Assessing and mentoring qualification
* European Paediatric Life Support
Experience/Knowledge
* Must demonstrate relevant and sufficient post registration experience
* Excellent specialty knowledge
* Previous experience within the specialty and experience of CTIMP research and/or audit
* Experience of coordinating and managing patient care
* Knowledge of handling child protection issues in accordance with Trust policy
* Experience or recruiting, educating, and monitoring patients within clinical trials
* Knowledge of research governance and regulations (ICH, Good Clinical Practice, EU Directives)
* Experience of developing and implementing policies and procedures
* Previous experience of change management and problem solving
* Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
* Experience of staff management and development, clinical supervision, and mentoring
Skills/Abilities
* Excellent paediatric clinical skills
* Relevant specialist skills and abilities in caring for children receiving treatment for cancer
* Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
* Excellent teaching, training, and preceptorship skills
* Able to work across professional team and organisational boundaries
* Ability to take charge, delegate responsibilities and prioritise workload
* Ability to run concurrent research studies with minimal supervision
* Good project management and development skills
* Ability to deal with conflict situations
* Ability to initiate, manage and sustain change
* A flexible approach to work
* Effective Time Management
* Evidence of fulfilling PREP
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
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.
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
£44,806 to £53,133 a year per annum inclusive
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