Job summary The purpose of this post is to increase the number of patients participating in clinical studies at BCUHB. The post will contribute to the assessment and management of the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical studies. This will include the recruitment, education, monitoring of trial patients, the collection and documentation of accurate data. The post holder will be working with senior nurses and multidisciplinary teams within the Health Board as well as the wider research teams assisting with the management of a caseload of clinical studies patients. The post will assess and carry out clinical procedures for patients/participants and will be considered part of the clinical team during the participants'involvement with the study. Implementing a programme of care, providing advice and will maintain records within various settings. The post holder will have a specialist knowledge in research and/or clinical practice enabling the post holder to work independently e.g either previous experience as a clinical research nurse or specialist knowledge within a specific disease area meeting the service needs such as diabetes/mental health. As part of the Research and Development team the post holder will contribute to the efficient set up and delivery of research within the UHB contributing to the performance metrics set for the UHB. Main duties of the job This is an exciting opportunity to join the Research and Development team as a Specialist Research Nurse. This role requires an individual to work autonomously to assist in the management of a caseload of clinical trial patients, whilst also working as part of the Research team and the multidisciplinary team. Effective communication skills to ensure a high quality service delivery. Ensure research specific investigations are undertaken as stipulated by the trial protocol. Ongoing training opportunities will be provided as required by the portfolio's of studies. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 050-NMR150-0225 Job locations Glan Clwyd Hospital Sarn Lane Bodelwyddan LL185UJ Job description Job responsibilities Clinical and Professional Responsibilities - Working autonomously to assist in the management of a caseload of clinical trial patients, whilst working as part of a multi-disciplinary team. - Maintain effective communication with patients, carers and professionals to ensure high quality service delivery. -Manage and oversee a portfolio of research studies in various disease sites. -Training and assessing research staff as competent in line with the research competencies framework. -Identifying suitable patients for entry into clinical studies by attending clinics (screening notes) and relevant Multi-disciplinary Team meetings. -Use relevant clinical knowledge to identify patients suitable for clinical research using inclusion and exclusion criteria and utilising NHS records, visiting wards and outpatients. -Act as a resource and role model for all aspects of research clinical practice in order to optimise patient care and clinical practice. -Carry out physical assessments, taking blood/urine samples and processing according to protocol. -Ensure the environment is suitable for patient care and research processes, recognising the importance of privacy, dignity and diversity. -Responsible for the care of research participants within the relevant sphere of practice and use opportunities to provide health promotion and patient education. -Facilitate recruitment into a number of research studies ensuring all study timelines are met. -Maintain accurate documentation of patient events in nursing/medical notes and Case Report Forms. -Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of treatment options, treatment side effects and disease processes to support patients in making an informed choice. -Provide ongoing information, education and support to patients (and their significant others) regarding clinical studies and specific trial treatments and procedures. -Ensure that research specific investigations are undertaken as required by the protocol and obtain results in order to establish eligibility and safety to enter the research study. -Safely administer the treatments and drugs that are given within the context of a clinical trial. -Assess and manage any adverse reactions occurring due to ongoing treatment of a participant in a study seeking advice from Specialist nurses as appropriate and when required. Initiate changes to treatments or treatment cessation in accordance to the protocol and with advice from a clinician. -Ensuring all reactions are captured in the appropriate documentation. -Provide continuity of care to patients and their carers throughout the research study. -Provide specific advice and support of complex information as appropriate. -Refer to other specialists as required to ensure optimum patient care. -Maintain accurate patient data, complete Case Record Forms, including the use of electronic data capture systems and ensure relevant information is recorded in patients medical notes. -Contribute to the monitoring of clinical standards within the research team. -Work within NMC Code demonstrating accountability for own actions and awareness of own limitations. -Utilise Information Governance guidance for the handling of sensitive patient data. -Develop additional clinical skills to meet the needs of individual studies. -Provide day to day supervision for band 5 research nurses/research officers within the research team. -Responsible for teaching and delivering core training on competencies within research delivery. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Job description Job responsibilities Clinical and Professional Responsibilities - Working autonomously to assist in the management of a caseload of clinical trial patients, whilst working as part of a multi-disciplinary team. - Maintain effective communication with patients, carers and professionals to ensure high quality service delivery. -Manage and oversee a portfolio of research studies in various disease sites. -Training and assessing research staff as competent in line with the research competencies framework. -Identifying suitable patients for entry into clinical studies by attending clinics (screening notes) and relevant Multi-disciplinary Team meetings. -Use relevant clinical knowledge to identify patients suitable for clinical research using inclusion and exclusion criteria and utilising NHS records, visiting wards and outpatients. -Act as a resource and role model for all aspects of research clinical practice in order to optimise patient care and clinical practice. -Carry out physical assessments, taking blood/urine samples and processing according to protocol. -Ensure the environment is suitable for patient care and research processes, recognising the importance of privacy, dignity and diversity. -Responsible for the care of research participants within the relevant sphere of practice and use opportunities to provide health promotion and patient education. -Facilitate recruitment into a number of research studies ensuring all study timelines are met. -Maintain accurate documentation of patient events in nursing/medical notes and Case Report Forms. -Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of treatment options, treatment side effects and disease processes to support patients in making an informed choice. -Provide ongoing information, education and support to patients (and their significant others) regarding clinical studies and specific trial treatments and procedures. -Ensure that research specific investigations are undertaken as required by the protocol and obtain results in order to establish eligibility and safety to enter the research study. -Safely administer the treatments and drugs that are given within the context of a clinical trial. -Assess and manage any adverse reactions occurring due to ongoing treatment of a participant in a study seeking advice from Specialist nurses as appropriate and when required. Initiate changes to treatments or treatment cessation in accordance to the protocol and with advice from a clinician. -Ensuring all reactions are captured in the appropriate documentation. -Provide continuity of care to patients and their carers throughout the research study. -Provide specific advice and support of complex information as appropriate. -Refer to other specialists as required to ensure optimum patient care. -Maintain accurate patient data, complete Case Record Forms, including the use of electronic data capture systems and ensure relevant information is recorded in patients medical notes. -Contribute to the monitoring of clinical standards within the research team. -Work within NMC Code demonstrating accountability for own actions and awareness of own limitations. -Utilise Information Governance guidance for the handling of sensitive patient data. -Develop additional clinical skills to meet the needs of individual studies. -Provide day to day supervision for band 5 research nurses/research officers within the research team. -Responsible for teaching and delivering core training on competencies within research delivery. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Registered Nurse - current registration NMC Evidence of professional development Specialist Knowledge of research legislation, GCP and National framework Experience Essential Experience of previous patient / client and multidisciplinary team contact Evidence of undertaking clinical research / or extensive clinical experience in a specific clinical area Desirable Project management experience Aptitude and abilities Essential Ability to make independent decisions and advise others on appropriate action Ability to communicate complex information to patients/carers/ members of MDT Well organised and able to plan own workload. Desirable Ability to speak Welsh Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Registered Nurse - current registration NMC Evidence of professional development Specialist Knowledge of research legislation, GCP and National framework Experience Essential Experience of previous patient / client and multidisciplinary team contact Evidence of undertaking clinical research / or extensive clinical experience in a specific clinical area Desirable Project management experience Aptitude and abilities Essential Ability to make independent decisions and advise others on appropriate action Ability to communicate complex information to patients/carers/ members of MDT Well organised and able to plan own workload. Desirable Ability to speak Welsh 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 Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Address Glan Clwyd Hospital Sarn Lane Bodelwyddan LL185UJ Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)