Research Nurse

• Assist in the overall set up, organisation and delivery of clinical trials ensuring adherence to ICH-GCP standards within the Research Governance framework and adhering to other related regulations/SOPs.
• Work closely with other research team members, using clear lines of communication with the wider clinical care team and support departments to ensure each patients smooth and safe journey throughout the studies.
• Co-ordinate arrangements for patients participating in clinical trials, according to study protocols, and communicate all necessary information to relevant personnel.
• Work as a team to deliver on larger trials, with more independent working on a portfolio ofsmaller studies.
• Work closely with Trial Managers, Investigators and other members of the wider study team, to trouble shoot issues with trial conduct or blockages to recruitment and work together to resolve these issues.
• Provide guidance and support for junior team members for staff, ensuring that they are fully trained and aware of their roles and responsibilities.
• Assist the manager in the day-to-day management of research delivery, deputises in their absence.
• Assist themanager and senior team in the strategic planning and development of the team.

Essential

• Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within an acute hospital environment within the speciality of cardiac surgery.
• Research experience
• Knowledge of the regulatory and legal frameworks related to undertaking clinical research
• Clinical, organisational and management experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and willingness to develop computer skills further

Desirable

• Project management experience
• Knowledge of research design and methodology

Essential

• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and non verbal
• Broad range of clinical nursing skills
• Evidence of good teamwork skills
• Budgetary/resource management skills
• Good report writing, a focus on accuracy and meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously
• Interested in and willingness to participate in teaching programmes
• Ability to prioritise, ensuring effective and efficient workload completion

Essential

• Ability to work flexibly according to role need
• Enthusiasm for and desire to embed research within clinical practice
• Proactive in professional development for self and others
• Personal focus on the 6 Cs: Care, Compassion, Courage, Commitment, Competence & Communication

Desirable

• Ability to gain influence and motivate people

Essential

• Registered Nurse level 1 with current NMC registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Undergraduate degree in Nursing, Science or Health related discipline
• Post graduate qualification in research
• Teaching qualification