Main area: Respiratory Research
Grade: NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (12 month secondment)
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Fridays)
Job ref: 358-6856962-RRC-BC
Employer: University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Glenfield Hospital
Town: Leicester
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 Pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 13/02/2025 08:00
Bronchoscopy Research Nurse
NHS AfC: Band 5
We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance. Job overview
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre – Respiratory & Infection theme. This 12-month secondment post will allow a skilled Bronchoscopy nurse to embed research within the clinical service based on Ward 25 at GGH whilst learning new skills in how to deliver research studies. The purpose of this post will be to work between the clinical and research team to support the delivery of research trials and ensure patients receive quality care within the clinical service based on Ward 25 at GGH. The post holder will have competent skills as a bronchoscopy nurse and a willingness to learn new skills as a research nurse. The post is designed for those keen to develop research skills and experience to enable career progression. The post holder should be adaptable, flexible and show initiative. In addition, they need to show good communication skills, be able to liaise with all levels of staff, demonstrate good organisational skills and attention to detail, and have good time management skills. To work alongside Principal Investigators and the research team to assist in the delivery of a high-quality research service of clinical expertise, professional advice, support, guidance & education to the multi-professional team, patients, and carers within the research service. The post-holder will be based at Glenfield Hospital working on both Ward 25 and the Respiratory BRC. The working hours will be Monday-Friday and will involve a 7:30 am starting time. Main duties of the job
Manage a personal caseload of clinical trials and patients with supervision/mentoring from Principal Investigators/senior research nurses/research nurses. Ensure all work is undertaken in line with the research protocol, ICH-GCP, and Research Governance guidelines. Act as a full member of the team with supervision by assisting in the implementation and maintenance of research projects. Educate other staff as to the responsibilities of the role and function of the research nurse and disseminate information on specific studies. Maintain Professional Accountability for nursing research practice at all times. Identify, screen, and recruit patients for the clinical trial using agreed protocols in accordance with ICH-GCP and Research Governance. With supervision, provide education and support for patients in research trials. With supervision, work with the lead clinician to evaluate clinical trial proposals, identifying potential patient populations and evaluating cost implications of the trial. Work with the R&I Co-ordinator to ensure all clinical trial documentation has appropriate ethical committee and Trust approval providing feedback to the lead clinician and research directorate. With supervision, participate in set-up/initiation/monitoring visits, site audits, and study close-down meetings carried out by sponsoring organisations and regulatory authorities. Responsible for resolving data queries raised by sponsoring organisations. Person specification
Training & Qualifications
Registered Nurse on appropriate part of the register with current NMC Registration. Evidence of ongoing professional development. Evidence of specialist training or willingness to undertake additional specialist/academic training. Experience
Must have a minimum of 1 year post-registration experience. Must have experience within the Bronchoscopy department. Clinical research experience. Knowledge of the clinical trial lifecycle, including experience of the setup and performance management of clinical research studies. Skills
Clinical skills including ECG, Venepuncture, Cannulation, IV drug administration. Ability to educate and support colleagues, patients, and carers. Additional Information Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms. Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you. UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible. UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs. Disclosure and Barring Service Check Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check. The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three-month period commencing on your first month's payment. Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues, and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated. University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meet the needs of our diverse communities. 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. Address: Paget House, 2 West Street Leicester LE1 6XP Telephone: 0116 502 7298
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NHS AfC: Band 5
We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance. Job overview
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre – Respiratory & Infection theme. This 12-month secondment post will allow a skilled Bronchoscopy nurse to embed research within the clinical service based on Ward 25 at GGH whilst learning new skills in how to deliver research studies. The purpose of this post will be to work between the clinical and research team to support the delivery of research trials and ensure patients receive quality care within the clinical service based on Ward 25 at GGH. The post holder will have competent skills as a bronchoscopy nurse and a willingness to learn new skills as a research nurse. The post is designed for those keen to develop research skills and experience to enable career progression. The post holder should be adaptable, flexible and show initiative. In addition, they need to show good communication skills, be able to liaise with all levels of staff, demonstrate good organisational skills and attention to detail, and have good time management skills. To work alongside Principal Investigators and the research team to assist in the delivery of a high-quality research service of clinical expertise, professional advice, support, guidance & education to the multi-professional team, patients, and carers within the research service. The post-holder will be based at Glenfield Hospital working on both Ward 25 and the Respiratory BRC. The working hours will be Monday-Friday and will involve a 7:30 am starting time. Main duties of the job
Manage a personal caseload of clinical trials and patients with supervision/mentoring from Principal Investigators/senior research nurses/research nurses. Ensure all work is undertaken in line with the research protocol, ICH-GCP, and Research Governance guidelines. Act as a full member of the team with supervision by assisting in the implementation and maintenance of research projects. Educate other staff as to the responsibilities of the role and function of the research nurse and disseminate information on specific studies. Maintain Professional Accountability for nursing research practice at all times. Identify, screen, and recruit patients for the clinical trial using agreed protocols in accordance with ICH-GCP and Research Governance. With supervision, provide education and support for patients in research trials. With supervision, work with the lead clinician to evaluate clinical trial proposals, identifying potential patient populations and evaluating cost implications of the trial. Work with the R&I Co-ordinator to ensure all clinical trial documentation has appropriate ethical committee and Trust approval providing feedback to the lead clinician and research directorate. With supervision, participate in set-up/initiation/monitoring visits, site audits, and study close-down meetings carried out by sponsoring organisations and regulatory authorities. Responsible for resolving data queries raised by sponsoring organisations. Person specification
Training & Qualifications
Registered Nurse on appropriate part of the register with current NMC Registration. Evidence of ongoing professional development. Evidence of specialist training or willingness to undertake additional specialist/academic training. Experience
Must have a minimum of 1 year post-registration experience. Must have experience within the Bronchoscopy department. Clinical research experience. Knowledge of the clinical trial lifecycle, including experience of the setup and performance management of clinical research studies. Skills
Clinical skills including ECG, Venepuncture, Cannulation, IV drug administration. Ability to educate and support colleagues, patients, and carers. Additional Information Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms. Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you. UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible. UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs. Disclosure and Barring Service Check Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check. The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three-month period commencing on your first month's payment. Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues, and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated. University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meet the needs of our diverse communities. 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. Address: Paget House, 2 West Street Leicester LE1 6XP Telephone: 0116 502 7298
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