Senior Paediatric Clinical Research Nurse
Job overview
Clinical Research at MFT
Our Research and Innovation Division strives to be at the forefront of R&I in UK healthcare. We are dedicated to driving continuous improvement in the care our patients receive through clinical research. We support over 300 principal investigators undertake research across a diverse range of clinical areas, with more than 800 active studies, involving 15,000 patients, deliver improved diagnostics, treatments and devices for patients in Manchester and beyond.
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for a full time, Band 6 Senior Paediatric Clinical Research Nurse, to coordinate and deliver clinical research studies at Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MFT). The role will require working in the general paediatric research team.
If you are committed to providing high quality care to patients and helping them to make the right decisions about their treatment options, with the skills to guide and advise them throughout their research journey, this role could be for you.
You’ll be joining an award-winning and diverse team of experts at MFT who are making a difference to the future of care in the NHS by asking questions and finding out the answers.
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who is capable of contributing to the development of research within the paediatric research teams. The post is based at Oxford Road campus but cross working across MFT sites maybe required.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a key member of the paediatric clinical research team. They will assist in the management, co-ordination and facilitation of clinical trial activities to support delivery of current and future studies in the research team to time and target.They will provide specialist research and clinical care for participants and patients enrolling in a variety of research studies and project.
They will work across Research & Innovation, to support research studies across MFT as the service need dictates.
The post holder will have a key role in providing and maintaining appropriate patient/ participant –focused environment within the research setting. They will work with clinical investigators and sponsor companies to assist in the management of trial protocols.They will ensure data collection is to its highest standards, facilitating the production of good quality research with a commitment to the patient’s safety and wellbeing.
They will be expected to participate fully in their own personal development and review process in order to achieve the knowledge and skills identified in the competency framework and competencies for this post.
Working for our organisation
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification.This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [email protected].
We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Registered Paediatric/Adult Nurse with NMC
- Degree in healthcare subject or equivalent level of experience
- Additional specialist training
- GCP certificate
- Mentorship Training
Knowledge
Essential criteria- Understanding of clinical research
- Knowledge of ICH, Good Clinical Practice regulations relating to clinical research
- Knowledge of clinical and research governance
- Knowledge of Trust policies and procedures
Training and Experience
Essential criteria- Proven experience of working in a clinical environment and working to deadlines
- Proven experience of dealing with a busy workload
- Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
- Evidence of CPD
- Data management experience
- Audit experience
- Experience in clinical research
- Interest in research
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria- Excellent communication skills
- Awareness and respect for confidentiality
- Demonstrates IT skills, including email, Microsoft and office programs
- Ability to demonstrate people management
- Knowledge of patient information systems
- Evidence of IT training
- Advanced use of spreadsheets
- Knowledge of information governance
- Wide range of skills including venepuncture
Attributes
Essential criteria- Proactive and able op work on own initiative
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Team player
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
- Ability to delegate where appropriate
- Ability to work flexible shift pattern where appropriate
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Self motivated
- Conscientious and hard working
- Tactful and diplomatic
- Ability to work to tight and/or unexpected deadlines
- Willingness to travel across multiple sites
- Ability to troubleshoot effectively
Others
Essential criteria- Ability to work unsupervised or part part of team
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust values
- Awareness of research at MFT