Clinical Research Specialist Nurse

NHS; Wales; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job description

• 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.

Job responsibilities

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

• Registered Nurse - current registration NMC
• Evidence of professional development
• Specialist Knowledge of research legislation, GCP and National framework

Experience

• Experience of previous patient/client and multidisciplinary team contact
• Evidence of undertaking clinical research/or extensive clinical experience in a specific clinical area

Aptitude and abilities

• 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.
• 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.

£37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum, pro rata