Senior Research Nurse

Job overview

The Research Team are looking for a motivated and capable new member of our successful and supportive team. We work in close partnership with the Clinical Research Network to deliver a portfolio of high-quality research. The post holder will play a key part in recruitment, education and monitoring of patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data for those taking part in observational and interventional clinical trials.

Excellent communication and organisational skills are key to ensuring the safe conduct of the research project in accordance with the regulatory and legal frameworks. It is essential that the applicant has an interest in research, be flexible with a ‘can do’ approach. They must be able to demonstrate that they can prioritise and adjust their workload in relation to the requirements of multiple priorities.

Previous experience as a Research Nurse would be advantageous, however applicants who are able to demonstrate a broad range of relevant clinical skills, experience and knowledge that can be transferred to a clinical research setting will be considered. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, clinically astute, and motivated Registered Nurse to support a portfolio of research projects. We take considerable pride in our staff and strongly encourage growth and development of individuals within the team.

Informal discussions about the post are encouraged so please contact Ben Hyams, Research Manager b.hyams@nhs.ne

Main duties of the job

• Proactively and positively contribute to the achievement of clinical research outcomes through individual and team effort

• Provide line management and mentorship for designated junior colleagues and students

• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the on-going development of the department

• Increase recruitment opportunity and retention into clinical trials/research studies

• Facilitate and maintain effective communication within the research team and between the multidisciplinary team

• Increase the level of knowledge & skills within the Trust through sharing best practice and supporting others to develop their professional abilities

• Work autonomously to manage own studies and as a lead, reporting progress to the Research manager

• Plan the specialist nursing care of patients enrolled into research studies/clinical trials, monitor, and evaluate their progress

• Identify and recruit patients to participate in clinical studies ensuring they meet the relevant criteria and good clinical practice guidelines are followed

• Support patients in making an informed treatment choice by providing specialist knowledge in relation to the disease process, treatment options and treatment side effects, providing on-going specialised advice and information to patients and their carers/families, regarding their participation in the study to facilitate effective and on-going valid informed consent

Working for our organisation

We’re an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people’s physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you’ll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people’s homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see ‘supporting documents’.

At Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust we are proud to prioritise the development of our people. To support this, the following opportunities are available:

• Career conversations and individual development plans for succession planning and talent management
• Protected CPD time for registered staff
• Access to a dedicated central development fund supporting CPD for all staff
• Leadership and Management development programmes
• Coaching and mentoring opportunities
• A full clinical induction programme for operational skills
• Access to a care certificate programme for our band 1-4 clinical staff
• A bespoke and robust preceptorship programme to support newly qualified staff
• Individual professional development programmes

Being part of a successful NHS Foundation Trust brings a portfolio of rewards and benefits for our staff. These include:

• Suite of health and wellbeing initiatives to support our colleagues physical and mental health
• Free access to individual HARP portfolios to support revalidation for nursing staff
• Free DBS checks where required
• Discounts available from retailers, UK hotels and main attractions
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• The Trust reimburses all application costs for staff eligible to apply for EU settlement status.

The Trust reserves the right to close this advert once a sufficient number of applications have been submitted. It is encouraged that you complete the application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.

If you are successful at the shortlisting stage of the recruitment process you will be contacted via TRAC.jobs email regarding interview details.

We are committed to diversity and equality of employment including the employment of current and former service users.

If you are successful, you agree to Occupational Health accessing your health records from your current or previous employer to check the status of your inoculations and screening tests. Appointments are subject to full three year satisfactory references therefore please ensure you include correct contact details for your nominated referees including email addresses.

Any general recruitment queries, please contact our recruitment team on 01208 834644

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.