Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join the Intensive Care and Emergency department research team
We are looking for a highly motivated professional to fill the role of a Research Nurse.
We deliver a wide range of clinical trials within the division of Surgery and Medicine running trial in cardiac arrest, sepsis, trauma and respiratory failure.
If you would like to join a supportive team in a dynamic and exciting setting, where you can develop your skills and work with colleagues across the Trust then this role is for you.
The post holder will work as part of a growing, enthusiastic team of administrators, research nurses, and medical staff as part of the multi-disciplinary team supporting the delivery of clinical trials.
Applicants needs to hold a NMC registration and either have critical care or Emergency department experience.
Main duties of the job
The research nurse is expected to support the safe conduct of research in accordance with the regulatory and legal frameworks related to the planning, recruiting and follow-up of clinical research studies.
Working as part of the research team the research nurse will be accountable for the assessment, planning, organisation and on-going care of research participants according to the study protocol.
Working for our organisation
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
* Good interpersonal and communication skills
* Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and use own initiative
* Evidence of good management and organisational skills
* Demonstrated ability to manage resources effectively
* Good report writing, a focus on accuracy and meticulous attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise to ensure effective and efficient workload completion
* Evidence of good teamwork skills
* Be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard
Desirable criteria
* Experienced in venepuncture
Aptitudes
Essential criteria
* Personal insight and awareness with ability to recognise own limits
* Ability to work flexibly according to role need
* Enthusiasm for and desire to embed research within clinical practice
* Personal focus on the 6 Cs: Care, Compassion, Courage, Commitment, Competence & Communication
Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Registered General Nurse (RGN)
Desirable criteria
* Undergraduate degree in Nursing, Science or Health related discipline
* Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
Knowledge and Experience
Essential criteria
* Broad knowledge and experience of clinical practice within an acute hospital environment specially in ICU or ED
* Interest in clinical research
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and willingness to develop computer skills further
* Knowledge of Data Protection Act 1984 and Caldicott principles
Desirable criteria
* Research/audit experience
We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.
· 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 to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
· The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.
· UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
· To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed at Interview.
· If you require sponsorship for a visa to work in the UK, to avoid disappointment, please check to ensure you are eligible under the UKVI points based system.
· The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details. Information collected is securely stored and used to set up the employee record on the ESR HR system.
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IMPORTANT:
Please note that if you apply for a position with this Trust, you may be contacted via Trac or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your Trac account and email accounts. We may also contact you by texting the mobile number, if provided, on the application form.
Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification
Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
As a guide interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.
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