Clinical Research Nurse - SACT

Job description

Fulfil your potential in hospitals that make history:

Charing Cross, Hammersmith, St Mary's, Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea and Western Eye.

With five world-renowned hospitals, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is full of opportunity if you are looking to develop your healthcare career.

We are an NHS Trust of approximately 16,000 people, providing care for over a million and a half patients from north west London and beyond every year.

We have a rich heritage and an ambitious vision for the future of our patients and local communities.

With our partners, Imperial College London, and The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, we form Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre, one of 6 academic health science centres in the UK, working to ensure the rapid translation of research for better patient care and excellence in education.

We are proud of our heritage in innovation and we are early adopters of new insights in technologies, techniques and treatments for improving health.

Job overview

This is an exciting role which will offer candidates the opportunity to continue to work in a clinical environment whilst also developing their research skills. The post holder will be part of a multidisciplinary team including experienced clinical and research staff, taking part in a wide range of clinical research studies. The role responsibilities will include the delivery and administration of systemic anti-cancer therapies and investigational research treatments, whilst collaborating with the research teams to ensure studies are conducted to the highest ethical and safety standards.

The roles are patient facing and the successful applicants will be able to make a valued contribution in assessing and managing the care pathways for patients participating in research. Prior experience of administering chemotherapy and other anti-cancer therapies is essential.

Experience of working in a research environment is desirable but we will offer candidates a comprehensive training program, therefore encourage applications from experienced chemotherapy nurses with a passion to work in research.

Main duties of the job

• To autonomously work with the clinical team to identify and recruit patients suitable for entry into clinical trials having understanding of the clinical patient pathway
• To ensure safe planning and care of patients according to the clinical trials protocol.
• To work in according to good clinical practice and research governance standards for clinical research studies.
• To recognise and act on concerns raised if research deviates from the study protocol or the study design conflicts with legal requirements.
• Capture all data as per clinical trial protocol and GCP requirements
• Assist with timely completion of SUSARs, SAEs and AEs as per CTU guidelines and clinical trial protocol requirements.
• Keep up to date with current developments in nursing and research and ensure evidence based practice.
• Maintain an awareness of changes within the Health Service and the implications of these for nursing and research staff.
• To be aware of and take appropriate action, in regard to cardiac arrest, fire and major incident.

Working for our organisation

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person specification

Education/ qualifications

Essential criteria

• Registered Nurse
• Accredited chemotherapy administration certificate/Course
• Mentorship course/ Teaching qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable criteria

• Qualifications in Cancer / Haematology Nursing
• Qualifications in clinical research.
• Completed GCP training

Experience

Essential criteria

• Relevant clinical experience within Haematology/Oncology
• Experience of working within NHS environment and with service users
• Experience in the administration of SACT and research treatments

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working with research participants
• Knowledge of informed consent process in clinical trials.
• Good understanding of clinical trial regulations (e.g. ICH GCP)

Skills/knowledge/ abilities

Essential criteria

• Competency in medication administration including IV medications and chemotherapy
• Competency in phlebotomy and cannulation
• Advanced computer skills, including all MS applications, the internet, and online databases
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of clinical research methodologies and trial designs.

Right to work

If you need sponsorship to work in the UK, please visit the Home Office website for information on sponsorship and visa status before you fill in your application form. Due to recent changes in the UK immigration rules which affect Skilled Worker Visas, Global Business Mobility, Higher Skill Level and Increased Salary Thresholds, please ensure that you are able to meet the requirements to live and work in the UK before applying. Further information about eligibility is available on