Clinical Research Nurse
2 weeks ago
Job summary
This post is part of the growing team in dementia research within the Windsor Research Unit.
This post is a full time ( hours) 18-month contract.
The role is to support recruitment and assessment of patients for post-holder will undertake a key role in the emerging translational neuro-degenerative research activities being pioneered and developed by Prof Mallucci and Dr Underwood. Working in partnership with patients and families, through cognitive tests, biomarker collection and brain imaging, in local and multi-centre studies, the role is central to widening opportunities to participate in neuro-degenerative research.
The post-holder will also engage in various other research projects dependent on need and capacity. This will be negotiated with the line manager.
Main duties of the job
Some skills include but are not limited to performing ECGs, physical examination and phlebotomy and associated processing.
The post holder will assist with other relevant investigations (including brain imaging and lumbar punctures) and process samples as required; will maintain accurate patient records to the highest standard and ensure all relevant information is documented within the patients' medical notes. The post holder will support Dementia Research Manager by undertaking delegated responsibility for the Out-Patient Clinic Room. To be responsible for day to day running of the Out-Patient Clinic Room ensuring clinical equipment is well stocked and serviced.
About us
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health and social care organisation dedicated to providing high-quality care with compassion to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting andempowering them to lead a fulfilling life.
Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services, not only via inpatient and primary care settings, but also within the community. These services include children's, adult and older people's mental health, forensic and specialist mental health, learning disabilities, primary care and liaison psychiatry, substance misuse, social care, research and development.
To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high-calibre candidates who share our vision and values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including people with long term conditions and members of our ethnic minority and LGBTQ+ communities.
Regrettably, we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles. If you apply for a role that we cannot offer sponsorship for, unfortunately, your application form will be rejected from the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities
To identify potential participants from CPFT and CUH clinical services, community services, university and NHS databases, specialist clinics, third sector organisations, and other access routes, for CRN portfolio studies related to neuro-degeneration.
To work with the clinical teams to map the patient pathway for each trial.
Some skills include but are not limited to performing ECGs, physical examination and phlebotomy and associated processing.
To perform venepuncture, process blood samples, ensure safe and appropriate storage of specimens as outlined in study protocol.
To assist with other relevant investigations (including brain imaging and lumbar punctures) and process samples as required.
To maintain accurate patient records to the highest standard and ensure all relevant information is documented within the patients medical notes.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
Registered nurse Professional qualification in relevant subject/Mental Health/Social science
Desirable
Nursing Degree, Nursing Diploma ICH GCP Training
Experience
Essential
Post qualification experience of working with people with dementia and/or other neurodegenerative diseases and their carer's in clinical practice
Desirable
Experience of contributing to research in a healthcare setting Experience of collaborating with other agencies
Skills & Abilities
Essential
Skilled in performing holistic clinical assessments Methodical in approach and able to work under pressure Good leadership and interpersonal skills Effective decision-making and problem-solving ability Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team environment Ability to engage and recruit patients into clinical trials
Desirable
Phlebotomy ECG recording Understanding of the needs and capabilities of people with dementia and neurodegenerative disorders
Knowledge & Understanding
Essential
Good working knowledge of Mental Capacity Act Knowledge of the legislation relating to information governance, confidentiality requirements and data protection Evidence of relevant up to date continuous personal, professional and academic development Basic IT skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Desirable
Experience of performing Mental Capacity assessments Knowledge of recent NHS legislation and recommendations in the field of dementia and neurodegenerative diseases
Other
Essential
Dedicated to high quality patient care Flexibility and reliability Good standards of written and verbal communication Ability to travel independently (many research visits will take place in patients' homes) and attend conferences / training away from home-
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