Main area Research Grade Band 6 Contract Fixed term: 12 months (Time limited project funded by external funding - FTC for 12 months) Hours
* Full time
* Flexible working
37.5 hours per week
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Employer Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type NHS
Site Barnet Hospital
Town Barnet
Salary £42,939 - £50,697 per annum, inclusive of HCAS
Salary period Yearly
Closing 22/04/2025 23:59
Band 6 Clinical Research Nurse
Band 6
Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.
Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.
Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work on a combination of NIHR portfolio adopted studies and commercial trials ensuring they run smoothly, efficiently and to target.
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate the Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification.
Training and career development opportunities are available for the suitable candidate in this friendly and dynamic organisation which strives for excellence in delivering first class patient care.
There will be a requirement to work out of hours and at weekends on occasions.
There may be a requirement to provide cross cover in other specialities and work across other sites within the Trust.
If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification we would like to hear from you.
Working for our organisation
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person specification
Values
* Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse
* ICH GCP certificate
* Recognised research module/ qualification or equivalent short courses and accredited updates
Experience
* Significant post registration experience Private/NHS nursing experience in a relevant clinical specialty
* Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
* Experience of acting as a patient advocate
* Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation
* Clinical research experience
* Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Demonstrates ability to prioritise workload
* Demonstrates ability to work under own initiative
* Demonstrates evidence of professional development
* Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality
* Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
* Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
* Competent to administer oral and IV medication
* Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
* Knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
Qualities & attributes
* Describes motivation for working in clinical research.
* Willingness to work flexible hours
Getting vaccinated, and getting a booster, remains the best defence against COVID-19. We encourage and support staff to get COVID-19 vaccine and a booster dose as and when they are eligible.
Additional Information
* AT* - Apprenticeship Training. Where AT* is entered next to the job title indicates that this vacancy is for an apprenticeship role.
* By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS.This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
* If you are an EU/EEA citizen who does not have EU Settlement or Pre-Settled status, you will require a visa to work in the UK.
* Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Before submitting your application and to avoid disappointment please check that you are eligible under the UKVI points based system.
* If you are offered a role with one of the NLPSS partner trusts, as part of pre-employment checks youridentity and right to work documentation will be verified remotely (in most circumstances), using a certified identity verification service provider TrustID. You will be asked to capture an image of the relevant documents as well as a “selfie” using your smartphone/tablet (if available) for facial matching. TrustID will also perform a digital address check using Trunarrative and Equifax, which is a soft check and does not leave a footprint on your credit rating. For more information, visit www.trustid.co.uk
* The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system.
* The Trust will request a DBS(CRB) if post involves regulated activities. The Trust is compliant with the Disclosure and Barring Service Codes of practice and the Rehabilitation of offenders act.
* By applying for this post you are agreeing to Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are offered a job, information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Records system.
* Please be aware of scams – unless specified above, we will only communicate with you via @recruit.trac.jobs or nhs.net e-mails and we will never ask you for any payments.
Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.
Please note:
* Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification.
* Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
* Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date.
Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
Name Olaoluwa Olaosebikan Job title Senior Clinical Trial Practitioner - Theme 4 Email address olaoluwa.olaosebikan@nhs.net Telephone number 02082164663
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