Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Research Nurse to join the Research Team at Epsom & St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is keen to work in research.
The post holder will support a wide range of specialities across the Trust. The post holder will be based at St Helier Hospital (Clinical Trials Unit), but may also be required to support research activity elsewhere in the Trust.
A visit to the department would be recommended when applying for this post. You will join research nurses who are currently supporting NIHR portfolio of studies within several specialties, including renal, cardiology dermatology, and stroke. The post holder will also provide research nurse support to the paediatric research team conducting research in paediatric trials across the Trust.
If you would like to find out more or arrange an informal visit please contact:
Neringa Vilimiene (Senior Research Nurse) neringa.vilimiene@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination and management of an agreed clinical research portfolio at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust. Thepost holder will work collaboratively with the research teams and wider multidisciplinaryteam in the management of their own caseload of clinical trials patients and beaccountable for the achievement of local and national targets in relation to the service.Responsibilities include: facilitating study set-up; identifying suitable patients through theprocess of MDT's/screening notes; collecting data; interviewing; supporting andmonitoring patients and data entry. The post holder will also be expected to havesufficient skills to enable patients to make informed choices concerning their involvementin clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patients advocate.Post holder The post holder must also be willing to move to different clinical specialtieswithin the remit of their qualifications and where the need to do so is identified.
About Us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Date posted
28 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£42,939 to £50,697 a year Per annum, Inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
343-6819315-RB-SK
Job locations
St Helier Hospital
Wrythe Lane
London
SM5 1AA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the Research Nurse at Epsom and St Helier.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the Research Nurse at Epsom and St Helier.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
- RN with Current NMC Pin
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing
- Relevant post registration programme
- ENB 998 or professionally recognized equivalent teaching course
Desirable
- GCP Certificate or willingness to be trained
Experience Essential
- oExperience in delivering evidence based practice
- oExperience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- oExperience of acting as a patient advocate
- oPrevious experience in audit and evaluation
Desirable
- oExperience in Clinical Research
- oExperience working with Paediatric Patients
- oExperience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff
- oExperience working as a preceptor/facilitator
Skills Essential
- Well-developed clinical skills
- Competent use of relevant software specifically spreadsheets
Desirable
- Experience in ECG's, spirometry and phlebotomy
Knowledge Essential
- Awareness of GCP, clinical research methodology and treatment protocols
Desirable
- Participation in clinical or nursing research
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
- RN with Current NMC Pin
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing
- Relevant post registration programme
- ENB 998 or professionally recognized equivalent teaching course
Desirable
- GCP Certificate or willingness to be trained
Experience Essential
- oExperience in delivering evidence based practice
- oExperience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- oExperience of acting as a patient advocate
- oPrevious experience in audit and evaluation
Desirable
- oExperience in Clinical Research
- oExperience working with Paediatric Patients
- oExperience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff
- oExperience working as a preceptor/facilitator
Skills Essential
- Well-developed clinical skills
- Competent use of relevant software specifically spreadsheets
Desirable
- Experience in ECG's, spirometry and phlebotomy
Knowledge Essential
- Awareness of GCP, clinical research methodology and treatment protocols
Desirable
- Participation in clinical or nursing research
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.
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.
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
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
St Helier Hospital
Wrythe Lane
London
SM5 1AA
Employer's website
https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
