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Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Clinical Research Nurse in the Rheumatology Research Department at University College London Hospital as Team Leader for the Clinical Research Team. This post would be ideally suited for someone with experience of leading research teams and working with adolescents and adults in the NHS. It is a full time position 37.5 hours a week until 31/03/2025 in the first instance.
This role is embedded in the Medical Specialties Division, within the Medicine Board in the Rheumatology department across adult and adolescent rheumatology services. The Rheumatology Research Department works on a portfolio of University College London Hospital (UCLH) sponsored and hosted studies. We recruit to studies for adult and adolescent patients with inflammatory conditions. You will lead on several projects and support colleagues on others. Current studies include interventional trials of medicinal products (Phase I to IV) and observational projects.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work closely with clinicians and academics in a close-knit team of research nurses and coordinators. They will be expected to develop their clinical skills.
This is a varied role suitable for a highly proficient worker with great communication skills who enjoys working across multiple projects in a collaborative manner. Candidates should be proficient computer users and have an interest in clinical research and rheumatology.
The role will encompass the following responsibilities:
* Provide line management to staff members in the research delivery workforce, including Research Nurses, Clinical Trial Practitioners and Research Coordinators.
* Recruit patients into clinical trials as per Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
* Design and deliver training to all members of the team as required.
* Lead projects as directed by the Rheumatology Clinical Research Lead.
* Maintain health, safety and security of self and others in own work area through ensuring own and others' knowledge of relevant local / national policies and procedures, and that these are adhered to.
* Work according to the Good Clinical Practice and relevant professional standards and guidelines.
* Promote people's equity, diversity and rights by ensuring that own and others' practice is in the best interests of patients.
* Develop own knowledge and expertise within the speciality / research field.
* Refer to other health professionals when this will improve health outcomes or when risks and needs are beyond own competence and scope of practice.
* Support patients in the delivery of care and meeting their health and wellbeing needs by providing advice and information, promoting their wishes and beliefs and addressing their concerns.
* Monitor and review the effectiveness of interventions with the patient and colleagues and modify this to meet changing needs and established goals.
* Facilitate recruitment of patients into studies.
* Manage Investigator Site Files and relevant trial documentation.
* Complete relevant patient-related study documentation and maintenance of study related electronic records.
* Ensure contractual local and national regulatory authority obligations are observed.
* Provide administrative support related to the interventional and cohort studies.
* Report recruitment metrics as required and resolve data queries.
* Cross support the Centre support team for key activities and events, including Centre meetings, PPIE events, International scientific panel (ISP) visits, Symposium, and funder inspections and visits.
* Strongly encouraged to develop phlebotomy skills.
Education and research
* Assist with or lead (as appropriate) the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of clinical research studies, and the setting of standards of practice.
* Assist with or lead (as appropriate) patient recruitment and day to day management / organisation of clinical trials and studies, including patient assessment, data collection and database management, blood sample collection and sample processing, monitoring of adverse reactions and compliance.
* Assist with data entry onto clinical trial databases.
* Maintain up to date working knowledge of governing research legislation.
* Ensure that specific study protocols and procedures are adhered to in accordance with local practice and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines (GCP).
* Participate in audit programmes and identify areas of potential research relating to the speciality.
* Identify own developmental needs and establish objectives for personal development.
* Take part in reflection and appropriate learning from practice, in order to maintain and develop competence and performance.
Quality assurance
* Assist with external audit and regulatory inspection of studies, as well as routine internal audits of processes.
* Contribute to the creation and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures.
* Ensure strict adherence to research protocols, including specific requirements for blood sample collection and processing, all trial assessments, adverse event recording and accurate documentation including all source data and medical record scripts.
* Ensure that the correct version of the trial protocol and all other study documents are used at all times.
* Direct and support nurses on the application of and adherence to QA processes, to maintain regulatory compliance across all clinical research services.
Consultancy / collaboration
* Provide advice and support to the multi-disciplinary team both internally and externally regarding patients and research studies.
* Contribute to effective communication between trial centres, sponsors and investigator sites nationally and internationally as required.
* Promote effective communication with study participants regarding study protocol, patient information sheets and consenting procedures and abide by ICH/GCP research practice.
* Ensure that appropriate information is disseminated within the speciality, the organisation and within external agencies and forums.
* Disseminate study data, research outcomes and specialist knowledge via poster presentations, written publications and other media at local, national and international conferences.
Leadership / management
* Develop effective planning, organising, problem-solving and prioritisation skills.
* Manage own workload effectively through developing project and time management skills.
* Responsible for the management of a caseload, including liaison with other agencies and provision of specialist advice within this clinical area.
* Assist with training junior staff members.
* Negotiate and agree with individuals, groups and other practitioners outcomes, roles, responsibilities and actions to develop resources, services and facilities.
* Maintain appropriate channels and styles of communication to meet needs of patients, relatives, carers, managers, peers and other professionals / agencies.
* Develop and use effective decision-making skills and evaluate the process and results.
* Liaise with sponsor companies, Research & Development Department (R&D) and Local Research Ethics Committee (LREC) where appropriate.
* Responsible and accountable for resource issues directly related to the research studies as delegated.
* Liaise with Divisional and related departments (i.e., pharmacy and laboratories) as appropriate.
* Ensure adequate study supplies are maintained; order further stocks/supplies as required.
* Contribute to local, national and international research nurse/Clinical Trials Practitioner networks to exchange and enhance knowledge and expertise.
* Participate in a peer network of support, information and learning with other research nurses/Clinical Trials Practitioners at UCLH.
General
* Adhere to the UCLH Service Commitment "Putting Patients First" and adopt a professional approach to customer care at all times.
* Comply with the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy and treat staff, patients, colleagues and potential employees with dignity and respect at all times.
* Take personal responsibility for promoting a safe environment and safe patient care by identifying areas of risk and following the Incident, Serious Incidents and Near Misses reporting policy and procedure.
* Take personal responsibility for ensuring that UCLH resources are used efficiently and with minimum wastage, and comply with the Trust's Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs).
* Comply with Trust policies for personal and patient safety and for prevention of healthcare-associated infection (HCAI); this includes rigorous and consistent compliance with hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment and safe disposal of sharps.
* In accordance with the Trust's responsibilities under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004, undertake work and alternative duties as reasonably directed at variable locations in the event of a significant internal incident, major incident or pandemic.
* Be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures, the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Data Protection Act.
* Maintain confidentiality at all times.
Other
* These guidelines are provided to assist in the performance of the contract but are not a condition of the contract. The job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after consultation with the post holder.
* All staff will be regularly assessed on their knowledge, skills and behaviour, and application of all aspects of the job description, in line with the Trust's Personal Development Review (PDR) process.
* Staff will also be expected to abide by the relevant code of professional practice relating to their discipline.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England - for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff - To find out more, visit: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/work-with-us/why-choose-uclh/flexible-working
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/work-with-us/why-choose-uclh/
Person specification
Knowledge & qualifications
Essential criteria
* For Senior Research Nurse candidates: Registered Nurse Part 1, 2, 12
* Completed postgraduate diploma in speciality or related field
* Professionally recognised teaching course
* Completed degree in the speciality or related field
Experience
Essential criteria
* Demonstrates a high level of knowledge from post registration nursing experience
* Demonstrates a high level of knowledge in caring for oncology/haematology patients through experience
* Can demonstrate knowledge of clinical research through experience working with patients on clinical trials
* Experience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff
* Experience of being a mentor for junior nurses
* Experience working as a preceptor/facilitator
Desirable criteria
* Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation and management of central lines
* Experience of radiation protection procedures
* Experience of administration of chemotherapeutic agents
Skills and abilities
Essential criteria
* Demonstrates ability to take charge and delegate duties
* Demonstrates evidence of professional development
* Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
* Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing
* Proven ability to work effectively under pressure
* Computer literacy
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment. For more information please go to: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/work-with-us/why-choose-uclh/flexible-working.
We offer our permanent staff an interest free season ticket loan for travel, all our staff have access to free independent and confidential support, large retail discounts, a staff discount platform, cycle to work scheme and on-site accommodation to name a few.
Additionally, UCLH Arts and Heritage's staff wellbeing programme, Creative Comfort, offers a variety of ways to engage with the arts as a member of UCLH staff. You can try out the weekly choir, weekly art club and join the Culture Club for exclusive access to free and discounted tickets for opera, exhibitions, theatre and more.
We recognise, reward and thank colleagues by nominating them for our annual Celebrating Excellence Awards, which are funded by UCLH Charity.
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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.
Documents to download
* Job Description (PDF, 744.3KB)
* Functional Requirements (PDF, 262.3KB)
* UCLH Values (PDF, 860.9KB)
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