Clinical Research Nurse/ Clinical Research Practitioner
4 weeks ago
Job summary
TheCardiovascular Medicine Research Nurse & Support Team (RN&ST) is afriendly and approachable group and warmly welcomes and supports new members ofstaff. Good team working is key to our success, so excellent communicationskills and good working relationships are essential to this post. An opportunityhas arisen for a highly motivated, enthusiastic Clinical Research Nurseor Clinical Research Practitioner to join our team of internationallyrecognised researchers within the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine (CV Med).Thesuccessful candidate will have a primary role in leading and helping to deliver existing studies, as well ascontributing to the setup of new studies that run through our clinical research facilities; Oxford Centre for Clinical MagneticResonance (OCMR) and the Cardiovascular Clinical Research Facility (CCRF)located within the John Radcliffe Hospital.
With support, the post holder will develop their skills inresearch to contribute to the smooth running of research within the Division. Applicants willberequired to manage their own study portfolio covering a range of cardiacstudies which will require; the identification of potential participants forstudy enrolment, informed consent, clinical data collection and management,sample collection and the safe and accurate processing of blood samples in anonsite laboratory.
Main duties of the job
To undertake safe, good quality, participantfocused research in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines andthe Research Governance Framework for Health and Care.
*Actas lead nurse/coordinator on complex clinical trials and studies on thedirection of the RN&ST Lead Nurse/manager taking responsibility for theoverall nursing & research support provided in trial recruitment,management and coordination.
Workdirectly with Principle Investigators/Sponsors/CROs to ensure study protocolsare carried out to time and target. Maintain in-depth knowledge of each study protocol, taking responsibilityfor all aspects of a study from set-up to close out. Regularlyreport back on study progress to the RN&ST Lead Nurse/Manager.
*Organiseand manage the nursing staff involved with individual projects/trials on aday-to-day basis providing professional guidance as required.
* Act as a rolemodel for excellence in clinical research delivery providing training, support,supervision and mentorship to colleagues and junior staff where appropriate. Beaccountable for delegation of tasks to junior team members ensuring activitiesare delegated appropriately and equitably.
About us
CVM comprises approximately 170 people across arange of staff groups and locations and has a total turnover of approximately£ per annum of which external grants amount to around £ on a totalgrant portfolio of around £45M. ProfessorNeubauer is the Head of the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine.
Inthe 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF) results the Division, togetherwith colleagues from stroke research, received the highest quality rating ofany cardiovascular medicine return in the country (53% of the Divisions workwas rated in the highest category 4*, defined as 'world-leading and afurther 39% was rated 3* 'internationally excellent).
The moleculargenetics and modelorganismprogrammes are based in laboratories at the Wellcome Centre for Human Geneticsand close links are maintained with the epidemiological work ofthe Clinical Trials ServiceUnit (CTSU) in the adjacent building (both on theChurchill site). CVMs base, together with laboratories for molecular andcellular studies, is housed in the West Wing of the John RadcliffeHospital. Clinical research is also based at the John Radcliffe,currently largely focused around the OxfordCentre for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (OCMR) and Cardiovascular Clinical ResearchFacility (CCRF), with close links to the AcuteMultidisciplinary Imaging and Interventional Centre.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Service and professional responsibilities
Co-ordinate and undertake participant study visits; liaise with participants and study team members demonstrating a high level of communication, organisational and clinical skill for the co-ordination and completion of study visits and study follow-ups in keeping with study schedules and targets.
Facilitate and participate in informed consent procedures (appropriate to patient age and understanding) within the boundaries of personal competency, demonstrating GCP principles and adherence to research regulations/ University of Oxford SOPs.
Competently perform a range of clinical procedures as required by a research protocol. This may include but is not limited to; venepuncture, cannulation, vital signs, manual blood pressure, ECG recordings, clinical samples and health questionnaires.
Safely guide participants through the process of undergoing cardiovascular procedures, eg. Cardiac MRI, Cardiac CT, CPET, six-minute walks, ensuring that appropriate safety checks are in place and information and reassurance is given throughout.
Provide and receive highly sensitive, complex information relating to participant involvement in research, ensuring general written and verbal information is clearly conveyed to patients and families regarding study objectives, scientific rationale, treatment investigations, side effects and follow up.
Attend study investigators meetings and network meetings where appropriate, feedback to sponsor on local site progress.
Collect and process blood samples (preparing, centrifuging, aliquot and freezing) following designated training and competency within the OCMR/CCRF satellite laboratories, in line with study protocols and departmental standard operating procedures.
Employ effective communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with colleagues both within the University and externally. Be accountable for any decisions and actions undertaken as a part of the role and use own professional judgement to identify when to escalate and seek senior support/ guidance.
Maintain high quality accurate study data within study documentation/case report forms ensuring that any adverse or unexpected clinically relevant events are reported in a timely manner and in accordance to the protocol.
Report all Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events in line with Sponsor, ICH-GCP, and OUH NHS Trust/OU Adverse Events Reporting policies.
Take responsibility for maintaining study site files, managing version control, organising monitoring visits and assisting with study invoicing and end of study archiving in line with University SOPs and guidelines for data protection.
Be aware of and adhere to all locally agreed policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) as supplied by the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, as well as those policies of Oxford University Hospital NHS Trust (OUHT) where appropriate. Always behave in a manner that is professional and polite and supports quality and diversity. Help to ensure that the environment of care is kept safe and compliant with OUH Trust and Oxford University standards for health and safety and infection control. Observe Oxford University Hospital and CV Med dress code when working clinically, as well as Oxford University protective equipment policies when working clinically and in onsite satellite laboratories.Training and Development
Be responsible for own statutory and mandatory training and professional development; identify own competency and training objectives with the help of line manager and remain professionally up-to-date and in line with regulations for revalidation and appraisal. Maintain professional registration and development and undertake self-directed learning, attend training deemed appropriate by the Research Nurse Matron/ Manager. To take responsibility for developing and sustaining their own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with NMC Revalidation. As a nurse you will be provided with an honorary contract with the OUH Foundation Trust and will maintain mandatory training records as designated by the trust. Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Clinical and/or research experience within a clinical setting with evidence of a basic understanding of cardiac diseases.
Desirable
Previous experience as a Clinical Research Nurse or Clinical Research Practitioner with involvement in clinical research trials. Previous experience nursing / care for patients in a cardiac clinical setting.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
Evidence of well-developed clinical skills including evidence of training and competency in recording ECGs. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate confidential or complex information. Competent to work autonomously and exercise own initiative when dealing with common issues within boundaries of the role. Ability to plan and manage time effectively as well as maintain a high level of organisational skill to manage competing priorities. Demonstrates a flexible approach to work, evidenced by the ability to respond to complex or unpredictable changes in workload to meet study and service needs Evidence of continuing professional development and a willingness to undertake further training where necessary, showing a keen interest in research. Evidence of ability to supervise non-registered and less experienced staff. Evidence of Good IT skills with an ability and desire to utilise standard programmes such as Excel, Word or Access and familiarity with teleconferencing.
Desirable
Evidence of training and competency in venepuncture and cannulation. Documented basic research laboratory skills.
Qualifications
Essential
Registered Nurse; entry on part 1 (adult) of the NMC register. [Please state PIN number, NMC entry date and revalidation date], or Clinical Research Practitioner, please state AHCS registration date and re-accreditation date if applicable. Educated to degree level or equivalent academic experience.
Desirable
Human Tissue Act training Care certificate (Research Practitioners)-
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