Job overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY SWANSEA BAY UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
The purpose of this post is to increase the number of patients participating in clinical trials at SBUHB covering services as applicable and will;
• Contribute to the assessment and management of the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials. This will include the
recruitment, education and a monitoring of trial patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data.
• Be working with Lead Nurses and multidisciplinary teams within the Clinical Boards and Directorates as well as the wider research teams assisting with the management of a caseload of clinical trials patients.
• Assess and carry out clinical procedures for patients/participants and will be considered part of the clinical team during the participants’ involvement with the study. Implementing a programme of care, providing advice and will maintain records within various settings. • As part of the Research and Development team the post holder will
contribute to the efficient set up and delivery of research within SBUHB contributing to the performance metrics set for the UHB.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a capable, enthusiastic and well organised individual to work within the Research & Development Delivery Team at Swansea Bay UHB.
The successful candidate will:
- Identify and recruit patients for research studies
- Provide information and support for those involved in research studies
- Maintain research databases in accordance with the relevant research protocols
- Produce high quality data collection
- Conduct follow-up visits according to study protocols
The role is being advertised as a Band 5 Research Nurse. Applicants would be expected to work across all sites within SBUHB
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Person specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential criteria
1. Registered nurse
2. Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable criteria
3. knowledge of research terminology
Experience
Essential criteria
4. Evidence of multi-disciplinary team working
5. clinical experience working in the NHS
Desirable criteria
6. experience of undertaking clinical trials
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential criteria
7. Evidence of ability to communicate complex information to patients
8. Evidence of team working
9. Evidence of working independently
10. Able to plan own workload and be well organised
Desirable criteria
11. Able to speak welsh
Values and Other
Essential criteria
12. Demonstrates a positive attitude and respect for others
13. Ability to travel within geographical area and work flexibly
Swansea Bay University Health Board is committed to supporting its staff and processes to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing service users experience. In our commitment to increase the number of staff able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
Equality remains at the centre of the Health Boards policy-making, service delivery and employment practices. We value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from people from protected groups under the Equality Act 2010, this specifically includes age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race, religion, disability, pregnancy and maternity and marriage and civil partnership.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Welsh language skills are desirable