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Location

Portsmouth, Hampshire | United Kingdom

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Job description

Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.

Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Job Description

Are you a motivated individual that thrives in a fast-paced environment, who aspires to deliver high quality, patient-centred care within a team of innovative professionals? If so, we would love you to join our team! Clinical research nursing enables you to maintain your clinical skills and retain direct patient contact, while enjoying a new & exciting career pathway. 

The role of a research nurse is never routine and there is always something new to learn. Working in Clinical Research combines traditional patient care and nursing duties with the less familiar world of research protocols and cutting-edge technologies.

This is a full time (37.5 hours/week), permanent Band 6 post, within the Research and Innovation department: supporting the day to day running of clinical research trials from the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) Portfolio and other commercial external organisations. Shifts will predominantly be worked Monday – Friday, with the occasional need for weekend working, with advance notice. The post will be based within the Rheumatology research team and has strong links to the clinical team.

The Rheumatology research team are involved in a number of on-going clinical trials and the setting up of research studies for a number of rheumatological conditions, such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematous, Giant cell Arteritis, Vasculitis, Osteoporosis and other Connective tissue diseases.

There are plenty of opportunities to develop and learn new skills with the research nurse role.

The successful candidate will be involved in a variety of rheumatology clinical trials, working closely with research active clinicians, patients, and carers. The post will also offer an exciting opportunity to gain experience in research delivery across other clinical areas as the department's research activity requires. We welcome applicants who have clinical experience within rheumatology/orthopaedics, who have a genuine interest in developing a career within clinical research.

Working as part of a team you will be responsible for offering research opportunities to suitable patients, providing direct patient centred support throughout their research participation and contributing to all aspects of clinical research trial delivery. You will work across a range of studies including observational and interventional studies. Study-specific training will be given to ensure you are confident to care for patients enrolled in the various studies being run by the department.

We are looking for an individual who represents our values and shares a true desire to put patients at the centre of everything they do. The ideal candidate will demonstrate current clinical experience, exceptional attention to detail, excellent communication, organisational and time management skills and the ability to work both within a team and autonomously. They should be able to provide professional nursing leadership to other staff within sphere of clinical responsibility. In addition, effective IT skills will be advantageous. Support will be provided to attain specific research competencies, if needed.

Job Summary

• Work as part of a cohesive multidisciplinary team ensuring patient care is delivered smoothly and efficiently.
• To work as part of a team to lead, manage and deliver Clinical Trials within Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.
• To be responsible for coordinating, delivering and maintaining a high standard of day-to-day clinical care for all patients.
• To provide support to study research team, Senior Research Nurses, Research Nurse Leads, Clinical Research Leads, Deputy Director and ultimately the Trust Director of Research in delivering high quality clinical research, and to provide clinical leadership to the team.
• To recruit patients into Clinical Trials designated as 'portfolio' studies by the NIHR Clinical Research Network and/or Commercially Sponsored Clinical Trials.
• Support the Trust culture of collaborative, flexible cross-team working and commitment to delivering quality services and outcomes, which support the Government's policies on public health.
• The expectations within this

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  will be achieved through hands-on clinical practice, education and training.

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Job Description

We can offer you:

• An established Trust Learning and Development team, with comprehensive leadership and management training programmes, to support you on your career pathway.
• Continued professional development and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and high-quality clinical research team.
• A fully supported induction and orientation programme. This will include Good Clinical practice and Valid Informed Consent training, if required.

Informal visits to see our department & discuss the role are actively encouraged - please call Bev Longhurst on 02392 892053 to arrange this.

Qualifications

Essential

• Current RN Adult/RGN registration with NMC
• Degree in relevant field
• Evidence of recent CPD

Desirable

• Leadership course training
• Post graduate level qualification in Research, Healthcare related subject or equivalent
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Training for Research

Experience

Essential

• Clinical post registration experience

Desirable

• Relevant experience in Management
• Previous experience of project management and/or participating in the coordination of Clinical Trials
• Previous experience of leadership and management
• Evidence of systems development and change management
• Phlebotomy

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Clinically experienced at Band 5 or above
• Strong and effective communication skills (verbal and non-verbal), both orally and on paper
• Strong presentation skills
• Effective leadership, motivation and team building skills
• Articulate and knowledgeable in current health care and Clinical Trials issues
• Skills in working with cross-functional teams
• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports
• Skill in organising resources and establishing priorities
• Ability to develop, plan and implement short- and long-range goals
• Ability to develop and maintain record keeping systems and procedures
• Ability to make clinical decisions and judgements
• Critical appraisal skills
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice Guidelines and current Trials' Regulations (EU Directive Clinical Trials)
• Health Promotion
• Well-developed influencing skills across hierarchies and disciplines
• Good management and leadership skills
• Positive, responsive and flexible attitude and approach

Additional Information

The health and wellbeing of our staff is at the forefront of everything we do. We are proud to be able to offer our staff some fantastic benefits including our on-site Nursery, access to our free Beach Hut for those long summer days, our on-site Wellness Centre including a gym and a swimming pool, access to our fantastic staff networks including LGBTQ, Race Equality and DisAbility, and awards ceremonies to recognise your achievements. We believe we can offer support to all of our staff when they need it the most.

We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.

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