Main area: Research Nurse/AHP
Grade: NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time - 30 hours per week (Mon - Fri 8 - 4 (with some flexibility depending on the needs of the service))
Job ref: 388-6970828-NMC
Employer: Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Torbay Hospital
Town: Torquay
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 08/04/2025 23:59
Job overview
Are you looking for a healthy work-life balance whilst still looking to develop your career? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Research Nurse/AHP to join our experienced Research Team.
The Research Team is passionate about improving patient care and health outcomes through observational and interventional clinical trials. As a Research Nurse/AHP, you will deliver an exceptional patient experience to all our service users.
You will need to be organised, motivated, and able to prioritise your own workload. You will be responsible for data collection and, working under supervision, will be required to support the team with recruitment into trials. A key part of the role will be to liaise with all members of the multi-disciplinary team, so the successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
This is an excellent opportunity for those who wish to start a career in clinical research. Training will be provided for research-specific procedures.
Responsibilities
Supervision, Leadership and Management
* Have an understanding of the clinical research team objectives and contribute to their achievement.
* Manage research performance and study timelines of relevant studies.
Research
* Be responsible for the delivery of a clinical trial portfolio.
Clinical and Professional
* Be responsible for the care of research participants and use opportunities to provide health promotion and patient education.
Communication and Working Relationships
* Work as part of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the ongoing development of the department.
Finance, Equipment and Other Resources
* Have an awareness of the income stream relevant to Clinical Trials and work within local and Trust-wide financial and budgetary guidelines.
Person specification
Qualifications and Training
* Registered Nurse or Healthcare Professional
* Research Training (e.g. GCP, degree module, informed consent)
Knowledge and Experience
* Demonstrable computer literacy: ECDL qualification or similar ability, Outlook email and calendars, Microsoft Office, basic Excel spreadsheets.
* Understand the significance of research and the use of validated results to improve practice.
* Understanding of data collection and data entry for clinical trials.
* Evidence of continued professional development.
* Excellent organisational skills and able to work to tight deadlines.
* Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
* Ability to prioritise and organise own workload.
* Flexible and adaptable.
* Willingness to undertake any necessary training and development to enhance work performance.
* Commitment to openness, honesty, and integrity.
* Willingness and ability to work across sites including the community if required.
* Ability to communicate complex information to patients/carers and members of the MDT.
* Venepuncture/Cannulation, ECG competency.
* Knowledge of Research Governance Framework and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
* Post-graduate qualification in teaching or equivalent.
* Experience of Clinical Trials.
* Knowledge of clinical trials and research methodologies.
* Proven record of meeting targets.
* Good listening and counselling skills.
* Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods and deal with interruptions.
You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, and we are proud of our investment in our staff.
If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
* Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
* Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role.
* Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email. Please ensure you check your email and Trac account regularly.
* Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
* If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
* It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.
The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity, and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient, or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010.
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