Job summary East Coast Community Healthcare CIC are seeking a Research Nurse / AHP to support the delivery of research within the community. This is a new role established in 2024 to enhance our small, dedicated, and passionate research team. The successful applicant will become an integral part of the Research and Development team, with a focus on supporting the clinical teams to deliver research activity within the organisation. This post would suit a Registered Nurse or AHP with an interest in clinical research. No direct experience of research is required. This varied role would suit someone who has a flexible approach to working, is diligent, able to use their own initiative, likes working with other clinical teams and is motivated to develop their understanding of clinical research delivery and associated regulation. There will be opportunities to promote research with clinical teams, patients and the general public. An interest in research and evidence based practice is essential, previous experience in research is not essential, support will be provided to the successful candidate to develop their knowledge and understanding of clinical research and the specific requirements of the post. There is flexibility available in how the 15 hours are worked. There will not be a requirement to work Friday, Weekends or Bank holidays. If you are interested please contact Kate Spence kate.spenceecchcic.nhs.uk or Jess Peacock jessica.peacockecchcic.nhs.uk Main duties of the job The post holder will be an integral part of the Research and Development team, with a focus on the delivery of research activity within the organisation. The post holder will be required to contribute to the development, assessment, and management of care pathways for participants in clinical trial activity, including the recruitment, education and monitoring of trial patients, collection and documentation of accurate data. The ability to manage a caseload of participants for data collection and follow up is essential. The successful candidate will contribute to the identification of prospective research studies and be involved in the assessment of capacity and capability to deliver the study, study set up, data management and research delivery at sites across ECCH, so must be willing to travel as needed, and will be expected to work closely with research active clinicians and research participants. Effective communication skills are crucial, as the post holder will be working with a broad professional and participant group. Engagement with colleagues, participants, and volunteers to promote research will be expected, with a focus on identifying barriers to research within the community. Collaboration with our research delivery partners, to develop and maintain working relationships. The post holder will be working independently so must manage their own workload, possessing the necessary time management and organisational skills to work effectively and efficiently. About us ECCH is well established health care provider and has been successfully delivering NHS care within the community since 2011. We provide a range of NHS, community health and social care services predominantly across the easterly region of the Norfolk/Suffolk borders. We are aligned to NHS terms and conditions, and offer many employee benefits, to find out more about us visit our website - www.ecch.org. We are a social enterprise and staff owned organisation which means staff can opt to be shareholders and have a real say in how ECCH is run and evolves to deliver healthcare for the future. At the heart of our ambition, we work in partnership with and for the community to become the provider and employer of choice for community healthcare. We encourage you to apply as early as possible as this job may close earlier than the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received. Date posted 29 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number B9849-097-24A Job locations Hamilton House Battery Green Road Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 1DE Job description Job responsibilities To collaborate closely with the members of the research team in ensuring data and documentation relating to research activity is accurate, current, and secure. Work with the team to prepare for audit, monitoring or site inspection visits. To consult with the research assistant regarding administration tasks related to research activity, and to assist with the day-to-day administration of research activity as required. E.g., ensuring study trackers are current, participants are registered on EDGE system and monitoring the Research email inbox. Support the organisational processes required for the maintenance of site files and other study related documentation. Respond and manage data queries/results received from study teams. Dissemination of key information to peers, volunteers, patients and participants regarding research opportunity and activity, promoting research and raising awareness within the organisation. Escalate on-going study performance issues to Research Delivery Manager /Professional Clinical Lead. Attend relevant meetings and provide regular research progress reports. These reports will influence actions and decision on future research. Actively participate in education programmes for staff, students, patients, relatives, and carers, and provide education and support to students and peers who spend time within the research team. Delivery of research To conduct treatment procedures and treatment interventions according to pre-determined protocols, including venepuncture, venous cannulation, and vital sign recording, to assist the clinical teams in delivering research. Maintain accurate patient trial documentation, documentation of patient events in nursing or medical notes and complete Case Record Forms, including the use of electronic data capture systems, ensuring this is an accurate representation of source data. Record and report serious or adverse events, which occur whilst patient, is in the clinical trial to the relevant personnel and act as required. To be a primary or supportive contact point for the clinical staff. Undertake patient database searches and screening responsibilities to identify possible participants for studies. Personal learning and development Complete or maintain GCP certification. Identify own learning needs. Proactively seek educational and training opportunities. Develop skills in accordance with the NIHR Research Competency Framework and any professional frameworks (e.g., Royal College of Nurses Competency Framework) appropriate to the Band 5 role. All roles within East Coast Community Healthcare CIC (ECCH) require staff to demonstrate our Values and Signature Behaviours in the care and service they provide to patients, service users, stakeholders and colleagues. All members of staff should consider these as an essential part of their job role. Our Values outline the core behaviours that we can all achieve and are summarised as an acronym within the word CARE. These stand for: Compassion, Action, Respect and Everyone. Underpinning our Values are our Signature Behaviours which highlight by taking the right actions we continue to build a strong culture. Our four Signature Behaviours are: Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together. Job description Job responsibilities To collaborate closely with the members of the research team in ensuring data and documentation relating to research activity is accurate, current, and secure. Work with the team to prepare for audit, monitoring or site inspection visits. To consult with the research assistant regarding administration tasks related to research activity, and to assist with the day-to-day administration of research activity as required. E.g., ensuring study trackers are current, participants are registered on EDGE system and monitoring the Research email inbox. Support the organisational processes required for the maintenance of site files and other study related documentation. Respond and manage data queries/results received from study teams. Dissemination of key information to peers, volunteers, patients and participants regarding research opportunity and activity, promoting research and raising awareness within the organisation. Escalate on-going study performance issues to Research Delivery Manager /Professional Clinical Lead. Attend relevant meetings and provide regular research progress reports. These reports will influence actions and decision on future research. Actively participate in education programmes for staff, students, patients, relatives, and carers, and provide education and support to students and peers who spend time within the research team. Delivery of research To conduct treatment procedures and treatment interventions according to pre-determined protocols, including venepuncture, venous cannulation, and vital sign recording, to assist the clinical teams in delivering research. Maintain accurate patient trial documentation, documentation of patient events in nursing or medical notes and complete Case Record Forms, including the use of electronic data capture systems, ensuring this is an accurate representation of source data. Record and report serious or adverse events, which occur whilst patient, is in the clinical trial to the relevant personnel and act as required. To be a primary or supportive contact point for the clinical staff. Undertake patient database searches and screening responsibilities to identify possible participants for studies. Personal learning and development Complete or maintain GCP certification. Identify own learning needs. Proactively seek educational and training opportunities. Develop skills in accordance with the NIHR Research Competency Framework and any professional frameworks (e.g., Royal College of Nurses Competency Framework) appropriate to the Band 5 role. All roles within East Coast Community Healthcare CIC (ECCH) require staff to demonstrate our Values and Signature Behaviours in the care and service they provide to patients, service users, stakeholders and colleagues. All members of staff should consider these as an essential part of their job role. Our Values outline the core behaviours that we can all achieve and are summarised as an acronym within the word CARE. These stand for: Compassion, Action, Respect and Everyone. Underpinning our Values are our Signature Behaviours which highlight by taking the right actions we continue to build a strong culture. Our four Signature Behaviours are: Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Adult level 1 with current NMC registration or Allied Health Professional with equivalent qualification and current HCPC registration Evidence of continuing professional development Good Clinical Practice Certificate (or willingness to undertake) Desirable Undergraduate degree in Nursing, Science or Health related discipline Formal study or attendance at study events focused on clinical research Experience Essential Experience of working within the clinical environment, with patient and multi-disciplinary team contact. Interest in health and care research with an understanding of the principles and practice of clinical research and/or clinical trials Teaching and presentation experience Knowledge of data protection act and Caldicott principles. Desirable Knowledge of research methods and their application in health-related areas Experience of working in health research, clinical trials and/or audit in the clinical environment Clinical experience /qualification in venepuncture Personal Attributes Essential Maintain a professional approach to work. Personal insight and awareness, with ability to recognise own limitations and to seek support when required. Punctual, with the ability to work flexibly according to role needs. Enthusiasm and desire to embed research within clinical practice and to promote the participation of clinicians and patients in health care research within our community. To treat service users who may wish to be involved in research with respect and compassion. Ability to work under pressure / to deadlines. Ability to embrace our Culture, Values and Signature Behaviours: (Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together). Willingness and ability to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community as required. Desirable Have an awareness of the barriers faced by others in the clinical environment and can adapt own practice to compensate for these. A keen public speaker with experience of presenting both face to face and in the virtual environment. Skills and Knowledge Essential Highly motivated with the ability to manage own workload and to work independently and as part of a team. Effective communication and people skills, with the ability to adjust communication as appropriate dependent on the intended audience. Good report writing skills, a focus on accuracy and meticulous attention to details. Computer literacy Evidenced ability to work within multidisciplinary teams. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work to deadlines and targets. The ability to establish appropriate documentation and record keeping Desirable Understanding of the regulatory environment that surrounds clinical research. Skills in handling and management of computerised data Use of Trials research management software, e.g., EDGE Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Adult level 1 with current NMC registration or Allied Health Professional with equivalent qualification and current HCPC registration Evidence of continuing professional development Good Clinical Practice Certificate (or willingness to undertake) Desirable Undergraduate degree in Nursing, Science or Health related discipline Formal study or attendance at study events focused on clinical research Experience Essential Experience of working within the clinical environment, with patient and multi-disciplinary team contact. Interest in health and care research with an understanding of the principles and practice of clinical research and/or clinical trials Teaching and presentation experience Knowledge of data protection act and Caldicott principles. Desirable Knowledge of research methods and their application in health-related areas Experience of working in health research, clinical trials and/or audit in the clinical environment Clinical experience /qualification in venepuncture Personal Attributes Essential Maintain a professional approach to work. Personal insight and awareness, with ability to recognise own limitations and to seek support when required. Punctual, with the ability to work flexibly according to role needs. Enthusiasm and desire to embed research within clinical practice and to promote the participation of clinicians and patients in health care research within our community. To treat service users who may wish to be involved in research with respect and compassion. Ability to work under pressure / to deadlines. Ability to embrace our Culture, Values and Signature Behaviours: (Compassion - We Listen, We Learn, We Lead| Action - My Accountability, My Responsibility | Respect - Respect Our Resources: People, Time and Money | Everyone - Work Together, Achieve Together). Willingness and ability to work across different sites and travel to alternative sites and across the community as required. Desirable Have an awareness of the barriers faced by others in the clinical environment and can adapt own practice to compensate for these. A keen public speaker with experience of presenting both face to face and in the virtual environment. Skills and Knowledge Essential Highly motivated with the ability to manage own workload and to work independently and as part of a team. Effective communication and people skills, with the ability to adjust communication as appropriate dependent on the intended audience. Good report writing skills, a focus on accuracy and meticulous attention to details. Computer literacy Evidenced ability to work within multidisciplinary teams. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work to deadlines and targets. The ability to establish appropriate documentation and record keeping Desirable Understanding of the regulatory environment that surrounds clinical research. Skills in handling and management of computerised data Use of Trials research management software, e.g., EDGE 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. 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. 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 East Coast Community Healthcare CIC Address Hamilton House Battery Green Road Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 1DE Employer's website https://www.ecch.org/ (Opens in a new tab)