Research NurseBand 6

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Research Nurse to join the Research Team at Epsom & St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is keen to work in research.  The post holder will support a wide range of specialities across the Trust. The post holder will be based at St Helier Hospital (Clinical Trials Unit), but may also be required to support research activity elsewhere in the Trust. A visit to the department would be recommended when applying for this post. You will join research nurses who are currently supporting NIHR portfolio of studies within several specialties, including renal, cardiology dermatology, and stroke. If you would like to find out more or arrange an informal visit please contact:  Neringa Vilimiene (Senior Research Nurse)

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and hardworking Research Nurse to join our exciting Research team. This is a great opportunity for the successful applicant to gain research experience in one of the recognised and respected hospitals in South London. 

You will join research nurses who are currently supporting NIHR portfolio of studies within several specialties, including renal, cardiology dermatology, and stroke.

If you would like to find out more or arrange an informal visit please contact:

Neringa Vilimiene (Senior Research Nurse)

Working for our organisation

Welcome to the Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust. We offer an extensive range of services, including cancer, pathology, surgery, and gynecology to over 490,000 people in south west London and north east Surrey. We operate two busy general hospitals, Epsom Hospital and St Helier Hospital, and run services from other locations, including Sutton Hospital. We are also part of two innovative integrated care partnerships - Sutton Health and Care and Surrey Downs Health and Care. St Helier Hospital is home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children, while Epsom Hospital is home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC). Both Epsom and St Helier hospitals have Accident and Emergency departments (A&E) and Maternity services (Obstetrics). With nearly 900,000 people coming to our hospitals for care and treatment every year, our almost 5,000 staff and 500 volunteers work around the clock to keep our busy hospitals running smoothly.

As teaching hospitals, we play a key role in the education and training of tomorrow's doctors, nurses and other health professionals. Both sites work in partnership with St George’s Hospital and St George’s Medical School in south London to deliver high quality education and research.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the Research Nurse role at Epsom and St Helier.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

RN with Current NMC Pin Diploma/Degree in Nursing Relevant post registration programme ENB 998 or professionally recognized equivalent teaching course

Desirable criteria

GCP Certificate or willingness to be trained

Experience

Essential criteria

Experience in delivering evidence based practice Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner Experience of acting as a patient advocate Previous experience in audit and evaluation

Desirable criteria

Experience in Clinical Research Experience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff Experience working as a preceptor/facilitator

Skills

Essential criteria

Well-developed clinical skills Competent use of relevant software specifically spreadsheets.

Desirable criteria

Experience in ECG’s, spirometry and phlebotomy

Knowledge

Essential criteria

Awareness of GCP, clinical research methodology and treatment protocols

Desirable criteria

Participation in clinical or nursing research

Our mission: ‘to put the patient first by delivering great care to every patient, every day.’

There’s never been a better time to join the Epsom and St Helier team. Our hospitals are facing a bright and busy future, and our staff have a proven track record in providing high quality, compassionate care for our patients.

Boasting incredible staff benefits and dedicated training schemes, working for us will not only take your career forward, but could help to transform the lives of our patients and visitors.

We offer all employees some fantastic staff benefits, and are the only hospitals in Surrey to offer staff the London high cost area supplement. Our hospitals also benefit from great locations, so whether you're attracted to the bright lights of the city or the countryside of Epsom Downs, both are within easy reach.

FURTHER INFORMATION

**PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE STATED CLOSING DATE IF A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. IF YOU WISH TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, YOU ARE ADVISED TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE**

**PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CONTACT ALL APPLICANTS VIA EMAIL AND NOT BY POST. YOU ARE ADVISED TO CHECK YOUR RECRUITMENT SYSTEM ACCOUNT ON A REGULAR BASIS. YOU CAN ACCESS THIS ACCOUNT VIA OUR WEB SITE> Work for Us > Current Vacancies > My Job Account**

For new entrants into the NHS, your pay under the Agenda for Change or Medical & Dental Pay Bands, will normally be set at the minimum of the pay band as advertised.

If you apply for this position and do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed for interview on this occasion.

ESTH values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.

Internal applicants from underrepresented minority groups are encouraged to seek development support such as work shadowing and interview skills coaching.

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