Clinical Research Nurse

The post holder will be expected to work at the Clinical Research Facility (CRF) based at the St Stephens Centre, located next to the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital in Fulham Road, London. This is a fixed term (maternity cover) Band 5 post that offers the candidates the opportunity to enhance their career in clinical research. The post holder is expected to ensure that all research processes are in accordance within the remits of research guidelines. The safety and well being of the study participant is paramount at all times. The post holder will help with the delivery of a diverse portfolio of clinical trials spanning cardiology, respiratory, HIV & sexual health, gastroenterology and more. While being mainly based at the Chelsea CRF, the postholder may also help out with the trials running at our satellite clinics in Hammersmith Broadway, Dean Street and West Middlesex Hospital in Hounslow.

The post holder will assist under the guidance of more experienced colleagues with the set-up, maintenance, and close down of clinical studies in accordance with local, national and international legislation within various clinical areas. The post will entail assessing patients suitability, ensuring informed consent is obtained, and performing study visits, observations, and clinical procedures such as monitoring vital signs, body measurements, height and weight, ECGs, venepuncture, cannulation, drug administration with the participants in accordance with the procedures and schedule of the study protocol. All data will be recorded including adverse and serious adverse events in accordance with ICH-GCP. (For more info see Job Description).

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."

If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Trust values

Essential: - Putting patients first; - Responsive to patients and staff; - Open and honest; - Unfailingly kind; - Determined to develop

Education and qualifications

Desirable: - Teaching / mentorship qualification; - Master's degree or working towards; - Diploma in Higher Education

Experience

Desirable: - Experience of working on or supporting clinical trials.; - Experience of clinical supervision and leadership.

Skills and knowledge

Personal qualities