Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
As we embark on opening a new Clinical Research Unit (CRU) and take ownership of a Mobile Research Unit (MRU), we are looking for an enthusiastic and competent Registered Nurse with experience in the delivery of clinical research studies or a nurse with a strong clinical background and significant post-registration experience who is interested in becoming a Research Nurse. The Countess of Chester Research and Innovation department is looking for a forward-thinking, positive, enthusiastic, and motivated individual to join our Acute & General Medicine Clinical Research Delivery Team. Experience of working in acute NHS care settings is essential. The post is clinically based to support research across medical specialties, and the post holder will be expected to provide support and cover for other members of the team. You will have the opportunity to be involved in several different types of academic and commercial NIHR Portfolio studies, and you will be expected to support trials delivered not only on site but also through our new Mobile Research Unit (MRU). Informal visits or contact by telephone/email are encouraged in order for applicants to best understand the expectations of the role. Secondment from your current role might be considered. Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day running of their assigned NIHR Portfolio studies as well as positively contributing to the team objectives. Excellent communication and team playing skills are vital as you will work closely with existing team members and play a pivotal role in the screening, clinical assessment, recruitment, and follow-up of patients. A key aspect of the role is collaborative working. You will need to show initiative and confidence in your ability to interact with individuals at all levels. You will need to autonomously plan, adapt, and manage competing priorities while supporting the developmental needs of colleagues and any direct reports. Good IT skills are essential, along with the ability to work to tight deadlines, maintain a high standard of accuracy, and demonstrate good attention to detail. Research experience would be advantageous but not essential, as we can provide comprehensive training and support for the right individual who is up to the challenge and has a keen interest in clinical research within the NHS. Recent clinical experience in a secondary care setting is a requirement, and you will be expected to uphold your clinical skills where relevant to the role while developing new ones as appropriate. Travelling to the Ellesmere Port site is likely to be required in order to support study participants' needs. About us
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides services to West Cheshire and to Welsh patients covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership. Its services are provided from three locations: The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 438 general and acute beds Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 56 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate, and outpatient facility Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services which serve the local rural population. The Trust employs over 6258 staff (headcount) which includes temporary bank staff and provides acute emergency and elective services, primary care direct access services, and obstetric services to a population of approximately 407,000. This includes 357,000 residents in Chester and West Cheshire, including Ellesmere Port and Neston, as well as the Deeside area of Flintshire with a population of approximately 50,000. The Trust is a busy district general hospital, and in 2022/2023, there were more than 503,342 patient attendances (inpatient, outpatient, and diagnostic) ranging from a simple outpatient appointment to major cancer surgery. This is an increase of nearly 10,000 compared to the previous year when there were 494,387 patient attendances. Job responsibilities
See Job Description for further details. Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £27.50 (standard) or £55.50 (enhanced), and this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment. You are encouraged to enroll for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application. Person Specification
Qualifications
Current NMC registration Compliant with NMC standards for mentorship Good Clinical Practice Certification Knowledge and Experience
Knowledge of professional and NHS issues and an understanding of corporate objectives. Experience of patient education and the provision of advice. Experience of conducting or facilitating research. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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As we embark on opening a new Clinical Research Unit (CRU) and take ownership of a Mobile Research Unit (MRU), we are looking for an enthusiastic and competent Registered Nurse with experience in the delivery of clinical research studies or a nurse with a strong clinical background and significant post-registration experience who is interested in becoming a Research Nurse. The Countess of Chester Research and Innovation department is looking for a forward-thinking, positive, enthusiastic, and motivated individual to join our Acute & General Medicine Clinical Research Delivery Team. Experience of working in acute NHS care settings is essential. The post is clinically based to support research across medical specialties, and the post holder will be expected to provide support and cover for other members of the team. You will have the opportunity to be involved in several different types of academic and commercial NIHR Portfolio studies, and you will be expected to support trials delivered not only on site but also through our new Mobile Research Unit (MRU). Informal visits or contact by telephone/email are encouraged in order for applicants to best understand the expectations of the role. Secondment from your current role might be considered. Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day running of their assigned NIHR Portfolio studies as well as positively contributing to the team objectives. Excellent communication and team playing skills are vital as you will work closely with existing team members and play a pivotal role in the screening, clinical assessment, recruitment, and follow-up of patients. A key aspect of the role is collaborative working. You will need to show initiative and confidence in your ability to interact with individuals at all levels. You will need to autonomously plan, adapt, and manage competing priorities while supporting the developmental needs of colleagues and any direct reports. Good IT skills are essential, along with the ability to work to tight deadlines, maintain a high standard of accuracy, and demonstrate good attention to detail. Research experience would be advantageous but not essential, as we can provide comprehensive training and support for the right individual who is up to the challenge and has a keen interest in clinical research within the NHS. Recent clinical experience in a secondary care setting is a requirement, and you will be expected to uphold your clinical skills where relevant to the role while developing new ones as appropriate. Travelling to the Ellesmere Port site is likely to be required in order to support study participants' needs. About us
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides services to West Cheshire and to Welsh patients covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership. Its services are provided from three locations: The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 438 general and acute beds Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 56 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate, and outpatient facility Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services which serve the local rural population. The Trust employs over 6258 staff (headcount) which includes temporary bank staff and provides acute emergency and elective services, primary care direct access services, and obstetric services to a population of approximately 407,000. This includes 357,000 residents in Chester and West Cheshire, including Ellesmere Port and Neston, as well as the Deeside area of Flintshire with a population of approximately 50,000. The Trust is a busy district general hospital, and in 2022/2023, there were more than 503,342 patient attendances (inpatient, outpatient, and diagnostic) ranging from a simple outpatient appointment to major cancer surgery. This is an increase of nearly 10,000 compared to the previous year when there were 494,387 patient attendances. Job responsibilities
See Job Description for further details. Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £27.50 (standard) or £55.50 (enhanced), and this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first three months of employment. You are encouraged to enroll for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies. New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application. Person Specification
Qualifications
Current NMC registration Compliant with NMC standards for mentorship Good Clinical Practice Certification Knowledge and Experience
Knowledge of professional and NHS issues and an understanding of corporate objectives. Experience of patient education and the provision of advice. Experience of conducting or facilitating research. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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