Research Sister/ Charge NurseinCoventryinCoventryPUBLISHED TUE 26 NOV 2024

Are you looking for a new challenge working within the clinical research profession?

If so you may be the person we are looking for.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, flexible and self-motivated registered nurse to join our friendly, dynamic Research and Development Research Nursing Teams. Together with other team members the post holder will provide a Research Nursing Service for the Oncology/Haematology Department based at UHCW.

**Please be advised there is a proposed interview date 20th December 2024.**

The post holder will work predominantly on Oncology and Haematology research studies .

The post holder will work collaboratively with Leading Principal Investigators, Research team and the wider multidisciplinary team to provide an opportunity for patients to participate in research studies. The Research Sister/Charge nurse will lead on complex studies and manage a caseload of their own together with supporting other studies within the bounds of their registration. They will be expected to participate in the recruitment of patients into clinical research, including clinical trials of drugs and new interventions within set time limits. When working on clinical trials he/she will monitor the patients and observe for side effects reporting according to set protocols. An important aspect of the role is the maintenance of accurate and comprehensive records of data derived from the research studies. Therefore the post holder will require excellent documentation, organisational and time management skills.

The post holder will work in conjunction with other team members ensuring all research undertaken within the department safeguards the well-being of the participants and is conducted within the research governance framework.

Whilst previous experience in clinical research would be an advantage, applications are welcomed from candidates with solid nursing experience and who can show evidence of continuing professional development and a willingness to learn.

About us

1. Ensure care to patients is delivered according to Trust policies and procedures and the research protocol

2. Co-ordinate the care of own case load of clinical trial / research patients in addition to oversight of junior team members caseloads

3. Work unsupervised in all areas related to clinical trials and research studies and supervise the work of junior team members.

4. Attend Multi-disciplinary Meetings, and appropriate clinics, to assess volunteers/patients for eligibility for research and recruit new patients, to act as a resource to the members of the MDT. Communicate information regarding clinical decisions to patients, carers and the MDT as required.

5. Ensure that trial specific clinical investigations / procedures are undertaken as required by the research protocol in order to establish eligibility and maintain safety in the trial.

6. Recognise and report / manage any complaints from patients/ carers.

7. Take responsibility for the supervision of junior research nurses and act as a resource to ensure they optimise their clinical research skills and potential.8. Assist in the education and support of other health care professionals to enable them tocare for patients participating in clinical trials or other research studies.9. Respond to change in line with the needs of the service

Candidates must have a current NMC registration to continue with the application.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.