The NIHR UCLH Clinical Research Facility UCLH is a well-established Clinical Research Facility (CRF) covering two sites. The Leonard Wolfson Experimental Neurology Centre is a dedicated neuroscience experimental medicine facility at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN) at Queen Square (QS) and the NIHR UCLH Clinical Research Facility is a comprehensive Cancer and Medical research facility in Tottenham Court Road.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be required to work according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant professional guidelines, taking responsibility for the coordination and support of clinical trials within the CRF. Responsibilities include coordinating the care of patients on trials, collecting and preparing biological samples, administering experimental agents, monitoring expected and unexpected side effects of drugs and other treatment modalities, and providing patient/carer education. The post holder will be expected to develop specialized skills and knowledge relating to the conduct of clinical trials, therapies, and relevant disease types. The post holder must have sufficient skills to enable patients to make informed choices concerning their involvement in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patient's advocate.
The post holder will also be responsible for liaising with drug companies and other study sponsors as required, ensuring the accurate collection and submission of data in line with study protocols and research regulations, deputizing for the Senior Research Nurses in their absence, and supporting and developing new members of the CRF team.
The CRF core working hours are between 09:00 and 17:00 however, some evening, night, and weekend work may be required at times.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing) National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals University College Hospital Grafton Way Building Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre The Hospital for Tropical Diseases University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
Registered Nurse Part 1,2 12 Relevant post registration Teaching or mentor course
Desirable
Completed/working towards degree in the speciality or related fields.
Experience
Essential
Post registration nursing experience Experience of formal/ informal teaching of patients and staff Experience working as a preceptor/facilitator Experience of phlebotomy, cannulation and management of central lines Experience with the specialty (cancer and/or clinical trials) Experience in chemotherapy administration (SACT) Previous experience in audit and evaluation
Desirable
Clinical research experience
Skills and Abilities
Essential
Proven effectiveness as working as part of a multidisciplinary team Computer literate
Communication
Essential
Demonstrate a comprehensive set of communication skills such as interpersonal communication, active listening, written and verbal communication, presentation skills, cultural competence, conflict resolution, feedback delivery, advocacy skills and basic IT skills to effectively manage responsibilities, interact with diverse stakeholders, navigate the complexities of clinical trials and ensure effective communication throughout the research process.
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
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