Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised, diligent Band 5 Registered Nurse, who is interested in joining our research team based at North Devon District Hospital as a Clinical Research Nurse B5, 30 hours per week. Experience in cancer care would be advantageous for this post. You will be responsible for screening, recruitment, consent, data collection and retention of patients and carers into research studies and clinical trials across many specialities. You will be supporting our clinicians to deliver high quality research in a variety of settings.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
Job responsibilities
We have an exciting opportunity to work with the Rosemoor Research Team, based at North Devon District Hospital. We support a diverse portfolio of research studies and clinical trials recruiting from a range of clinical specialities including, Oncology, Critical Care, Muskulo Skeletal, Emergency Care, Dementia, Neurodegeneration, Aging, Surgery, Gastroenterology, Paediatrics, Reproductive Health and Therapy Services to name but a few. Experience in cancer nursing would be advantageous for this post.
In order to recruit research participants into our research portfolio, you will work with multidisciplinary teams and agencies across the North Devon District Hospital, the wider Trust and our community services. This will include working with our Nurse Specialists, Advanced Care Practitioners, Medics, and Allied Health Professionals. This requires a flexible and adaptable approach to working, and the ability to problem-solve in order to meet the challenges and needs of patients, their carers and families, clinicians and study sponsors, whilst delivering the requirements of research protocols.
This portfolio of studies is varied, and often involves working with teams in the community setting, as well as in hospital. The role is a mix of recruitment to studies in these acute and community settings, as well as follow up appointments. On a day to day basis the Rosemoor research team are based in the Ladywell Unit at the North Devon District Hospital, Barnstaple.
You will work closely with the other research nurses, assistant practitioners, administrators and the clinicians, as well as the wider Research and Development team.
About you
The team is looking for someone with a flexible and highly motivated attitude who is keen to learn new skills and ways of working. You will need to have an interest in clinical research and evidenced-based practice, and strong IT skills. Our focus is on ensuring patients have access to high quality research and are supported throughout their research journeys. You will be expected to engage in developing new skills in order to support the delivery of clinical trials e.g. Consenting into clinical trials, rating, cannulation, administrating clinical trial drugs, data management.
We have a comprehensive induction package for all new starters joining Research & Development. You will also be supported by a management team who are accessible and will support your development.
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 09.00-17.00, 30 hours - flexible
Interview Date: Friday 28th February 2025
For further information please contact: Jane Hunt, Research Nurse Specialist, Rosemoor Team Lead for more information. Jane.hunt9@nhs.net 01271 335 991. Informal visits and contact encouraged.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
Person Specification
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.
Employer name
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
185-1414-9542
Job locations
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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