Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the evolving Clinical Research Unit (CRU) at the Bristol Eye Hospital. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic individual as a Research Nurse.
The post holder will be in contact with a broad professional group, as well as members of the public and research sponsors, therefore excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills are paramount.
We are seeking a flexible, motivated team player with considerable nursing experience and an interest and enthusiasm for research.
Experience in ophthalmology and/or clinical research would be advantageous. The post holder will be an integral member of the CRU senior team, involved in the line management, support and training of staff as well as more complex trial developments, including early phase and advanced therapy trials.
We are looking for a B5 or B6 Research Nurse, depending on experience. There is scope to increase to a B6 within 12months of appointed, dependant on achieving relevant clinical research competencies.
Main duties of the job
Working closely with the Clinical Research Unit Manager and as a member of the senior team, the post holder will support colleagues and researchers throughout the research process, including the delivery of clinical aspects associated with our protocols.
Identifying, screening and assessing participants in accordance with the protocols and in conjunction with other members of the clinical research team is an integral part of the role.
Bristol Eye Hospital is the leading provider of ophthalmic services in the South West of England. These cover the full range primary, secondary and tertiary care, with regional clinics serving populations of up to five million people.
The Clinical Research Unit specialises in ophthalmic research and we cover various specialties within Ophthalmology including Medical Retina, Uveitis, Thyroid Eye Disease and Glaucoma. We work on a wide range of different studies including phase I -IV. We have a core team of Research Nurses, Senior Trial Coordinators, Trial Coordinators and Assistant Trial Coordinators and also work more widely with Consultants, Fellows, Optometrists, Imaging Staff and other support departments across the Trust such as Pharmacy.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The work requires initiative, accuracy and attention to detail. You will be in contact with a broad professional group, as well as members of the public and research sponsors; you will be expected to represent the Trust well at all times. Therefore good communication skills are essential. All work will be carried out in accordance to ICH-GCP, the Data Protection Act and Research Governance, GDPR, as well as local Standard Operating Procedures and Policies.
Occasional travel to investigator/development meetings and training/conferences will be expected.
For more details on the main duties of the job please see the Job description and Person Specification attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Broad knowledge and experience of clinical practice within an acute hospital environment (B5,B6)
- Interest in clinical research (B5, B6)
- Knowledge of Data Protection Act 1984, GDPR and Caldicott principles (B5, B6)
- Good understanding of the use of medical terminology (B5, B6)
- Clinical, organisational and management experience (B6)
Desirable
- Research / Audit experience (B5, B6)
- Ophthalmology Experience (B5, B6)
- Knowledge of the regulatory and legal frameworks related to undertaking clinical research (B6
- Project management experience (B6)
- Knowledge of research design and methodology (B6)
Aptitudes
Essential
- Personal insight and awareness with ability to recognise own limits (B5, B6)
- Ability to work flexibly according to role need (B5, B6)
- Enthusiasm for and desire to embed research within clinical practice (B5, B6)
- Proactive in professional development (B5, B6)
- Personal focus on the 6 Cs: Care, Compassion, Courage, Commitment, Competence & Communication (B5, B6)
- Ability to make quick decisions (B5, B6)
- Accuracy and attention to detail (B5, B6)
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines (B5, B6)
- Able to use initiative and be innovative within the appropriate scope of the job (B5, B6)
SKills and Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills (B5, B6)
- Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and use own initiative (B5, B6)
- Evidence of good management and organisational skills (B5, B6)
- Demonstrated ability to manage resources effectively (B5, B6)
- Good report writing, a focus on accuracy and meticulous attention to detail (B5, B6)
- Ability to prioritise to ensure effective and efficient workload completion (B5, B6)
- Experienced in venepuncture (B5, B6)
- Broad range of clinical nursing skills (B5, B6)
- Evidence of good teamwork skills (B5, B6)
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and willingness to develop computer skills further (B5, B6)
Desirable
- Experience in assisting IVTs (B5, B6)
- Budgetary and resource management skills (B6)
Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse level 1 with current NMC registration (B5,B6)
- Evidence of continuing professional development (B5, B6)
- Demonstrable relevant post qualification clinical experience (B5, B6)
- Undergraduate degree in Nursing, Science or Health related discipline (B6)
Desirable
- Undergraduate degree in Nursing, Science or Health related discipline (B5)
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training (B5, B6)
- Post graduate qualification in research (B6)
- Teaching qualification (B6)
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.
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UK Registration
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Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Eye Hospital
Lower Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS1 2LX