Job summary Clinical Research is the scientific study of health and the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness. Not only is it important for advancements in treatment but it has been proven that patients cared for in a research-active organisation have better outcomes. Everyone in the Clinical Research Directorate plays an important part in helping to embed research into patient care. We offer our staff unique learning opportunities that enable them to fulfil their role and maximise their potential. Are you a registered adult nurse with significant clinical experience? Or do you already work in research delivery and are looking for an exciting new challenge? A secondment opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic nurse to join the team at the Newcastle Clinical Research Facility (NCRF) as a Band 6 Research Nurse. Interview Date Tuesday 26 November 2024 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE Main duties of the job As a Research Nurse you will work as part of the Clinical Research Team to support the safe conduct of research in accordance with the research governance framework and good clinical practice guidelines and provide assurance that the rights, safety, and well- being of trial participants are protected. The post holder will work within the research team to plan, implement, organize, and manage concurrent research projects. Supporting on clinical trials whilst maintaining a high standard of care and have the skills such as venepuncture, cannulation, ECG - or be willing to obtain these skills. The applicant will develop networks with multidisciplinary teams across the trust and other appropriate local and national agencies. The post holder will coordinate and manage the relevant study portfolio and deliver recruitment accrual in line with performance and monitoring objectives. About us Our staff oversee over 2 million patients 'contacts' each year, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites: Freeman Hospital Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI) Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site) Newcastle Dental Hospital Newcastle Fertility Centre Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria Northern Genetics Service Cramlington Manor Walks These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS. We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites. Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'. For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Date posted 30 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 10 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 317-2024-41-040 Job locations Royal Victoria Infirmary 317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary NE1 4LP Job description Job responsibilities The NCRF Infrastructure sits within Newcastle University and encompasses the Clinical Research Facility (CRF) at our Royal Victoria Infirmary site, the Clinical Ageing Research Unit (CARU) at our CAV site, the Dental CRF in our Dental Hospital and the Pediatric CRF which is co-located within our RVI site. We operate mainly as an outpatient facility with patients usually attending between Monday and Friday although occasional evening and weekend working is required as studies dictate. The CRF specialises in early phase clinical trials as well as supporting complex later phase studies. We often support international trials and due to the nature of early phase research we are working with new and groundbreaking therapies, in specialty areas such as respiratory, rheumatology, mitochondrial research, and gene therapy. This role requires an individual with excellent organizational and communication skills, effective time management, basic IT skills, knowledge of data collection systems and the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. The successful candidate will work as an integral member of the CRF research delivery team to provide clinical care to study participants and their families who are participating in research.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse who wishes to develop clinical research skills. To participate in the creation and maintenance of a high-quality clinical research environment. To initiate and manage nursing activities related to academic studies and clinical trials, from initiation to termination, according to ICH good clinical practice guidelines. Supervise junior members of the team. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. Job description Job responsibilities The NCRF Infrastructure sits within Newcastle University and encompasses the Clinical Research Facility (CRF) at our Royal Victoria Infirmary site, the Clinical Ageing Research Unit (CARU) at our CAV site, the Dental CRF in our Dental Hospital and the Pediatric CRF which is co-located within our RVI site. We operate mainly as an outpatient facility with patients usually attending between Monday and Friday although occasional evening and weekend working is required as studies dictate. The CRF specialises in early phase clinical trials as well as supporting complex later phase studies. We often support international trials and due to the nature of early phase research we are working with new and groundbreaking therapies, in specialty areas such as respiratory, rheumatology, mitochondrial research, and gene therapy. This role requires an individual with excellent organizational and communication skills, effective time management, basic IT skills, knowledge of data collection systems and the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. The successful candidate will work as an integral member of the CRF research delivery team to provide clinical care to study participants and their families who are participating in research.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse who wishes to develop clinical research skills. To participate in the creation and maintenance of a high-quality clinical research environment. To initiate and manage nursing activities related to academic studies and clinical trials, from initiation to termination, according to ICH good clinical practice guidelines. Supervise junior members of the team. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential oRegistered Nurse (appropriate to branch) oAcademic attainment at diploma level and prepared to undertake degree level study oMeets Nursing and Midwifery council requirements for mentorship Desirable oCurrent driving licence if relevant to role oAcademic attainment at degree/masters' level Knowledge & Experience Essential oAn understanding of the application of research in the clinical governance agenda oAn understanding of research governance and the research process oSubstantial post registration experience in clinical speciality area and/or clinical research delivery oEvidence of research activity and ability to demonstrate research competency Desirable oExperience of working within speciality oExperience of supporting clinical research delivery oExperience related to information retrieval and research application oExperience of mentoring junior staff oEvidence of current role expansion that can be applied to the role oExperience of project management Skills & Abilities Essential oExcellent IT knowledge/skills oAdvanced interpersonal and communication skills oAdvanced clinical skills (i.e., venepuncture, cannulation, ECG) oHigh level of organisation and time management skills oAbility to work on own initiative Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential oRegistered Nurse (appropriate to branch) oAcademic attainment at diploma level and prepared to undertake degree level study oMeets Nursing and Midwifery council requirements for mentorship Desirable oCurrent driving licence if relevant to role oAcademic attainment at degree/masters' level Knowledge & Experience Essential oAn understanding of the application of research in the clinical governance agenda oAn understanding of research governance and the research process oSubstantial post registration experience in clinical speciality area and/or clinical research delivery oEvidence of research activity and ability to demonstrate research competency Desirable oExperience of working within speciality oExperience of supporting clinical research delivery oExperience related to information retrieval and research application oExperience of mentoring junior staff oEvidence of current role expansion that can be applied to the role oExperience of project management Skills & Abilities Essential oExcellent IT knowledge/skills oAdvanced interpersonal and communication skills oAdvanced clinical skills (i.e., venepuncture, cannulation, ECG) oHigh level of organisation and time management skills oAbility to work on own initiative 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 The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Victoria Infirmary 317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary NE1 4LP Employer's website https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)