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Paediatric Clinical Research Sister/Charge Nurse

On-site in Cambridge·Part-time·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Our summary

Salary: £39,959 - £48,117 a year
About £2,690 - £3,180 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Cambridge
Contract: Permanent, part-time hours
Experience: 3+ years
Closing date: Apply by Sunday 15 November

Skills

Nice to have

Nursing

Requirements

What we're looking for

NMC Registered Paediatric nurse
Evidence of continuous professional development
Relevant clinical experience at Band 5 or above for minimum of 3 years
Experience of shift coordination
Acute care background
Good theoretical and practical knowledge of nursing within the clinical area
Knowledge of clinical research infrastructure in the UK and of research related legislation & regulation
Understand the structure, role & functions of RECs and R&D departments
Understanding of the requirements of ICH Good Clinical Practice
Proven verbal and written communication skills with all members of the healthcare team, colleagues, patients and relatives
IV and Oral drug competencies
IV pump training
Paediatric Intermediate Life Support
Maintenance of confidentiality
Identify problems and recommend solutions
Time management
Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload
Awareness and respect for colleagues’, patients’, relatives’ cultural and emotional needs
Able to remain calm and work effectively in pressured situations
Willingness to adapt to change as the organisation develops
Willingness to undertake training related to the job
Computer literate
Able to work a range of shifts: nights, weekends and bank holiday
To act in a professional manner at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct
Capable of developing liaisons with other practice areas/academic institutions
The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent

Nice to have

Research module/qualification
Studying at degree level
Teaching skills
Clinical research experience
Experience in delivering monoclonal infusions to non- oncology/oncology patients
NHS experience
Awareness of risk management procedure
An understanding of the professional nursing agenda
Knowledge of GCP; possess current GCP Certificate
Capable of writing reports and of presenting research related information to a wide audience
Competent in research/database PC packages
Assertiveness/perceptive counselling skills Leadership Skills
Cannulation/venepuncture
Ability to achieve competency in Trust computer systems
Ability to induct and orientate new staff to clinical area and to identify the key learning needs of less experienced staff
Practical skills teaching
Able to demonstrate practical application of health and safety in relation to acuity and patient/nurse ratio
Effective management of equipment and resources

The role

Do you have excellent clinical and interpersonal skills? The Cambridge Clinical Research Centre are looking for an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse with a strong interest or background in research to join the team.

Do you want to support clinical studies that could shape the future of medical treatment? Would you like to develop your leadership skills whilst coordinating clinical research across a variety of specialties including: Neurosciences, Oncology, Haematology, Metabolic, Paediatric and Maternal Health?

If so we would like to hear from you.

Please contact Lorinda Pickup via Lorinda.Pickup1@nhs.net to arrange an informal chat to find out more about the Cambridge Clinical Research Centre

What you'll do

The post holder is responsible for the provision of high quality, patient focused clinical research for the CCRC

Developing and implementing specialist nursing care and data collection according to study protocols in accordance with ICH Good Clinical Practice, EU Clinical Trials legislation and the NHS research governance framework.

Responsible for providing specialist advice and support to, and liaising with other staff and study team member.

To be responsible for the co-ordination of research studies within the CCRC on a day-to-day basis and provide specialist research skills and clinical care for participants while working with the CCRC staff alongside with the study team.

To assist the Senior Nurse in the overall management of the unit. To act as Study Link Co-coordinator ensuring the safe and efficient running of research studies within the facility and maintaining a safe and high standard of participant care. This post involves shift patterns, including internal rotation onto night duty to ensure 24 hour cover if required (including bank holidays).

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

About Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Industry: Health and social care

In their own words

About the company & team

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It’s a great place to nurse, work and live.

You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together – Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.

Our values and reputation for outstanding care
Opportunities to experience a range of specialities
Career and development opportunities
Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team
Research experience and opportunities
Lovely location and quality of life
Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)