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King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

22d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should assess, plan, and implement research nursing care, recruit and monitor participants, ensure protocol compliance, administer therapies, and support training and service development.
  • You will assess and implement research nursing care, recruit patients, monitor trials, maintain documentation, ensure safety, and provide support while promoting research and training within the team.

Requirements

  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate expert research nursing care and provide support to patients attending the Department who have been or have the potential to be recruited onto a CTIMP or ATIMP trial.
  • The research nurse will facilitate and aid in the recruitment of patients to ensure high quality clinical studies and trials that will require the nurse to work flexibly across the disciplines to ensure the successful working of the clinical research facility.
  • The post holder will take responsibility for supervising the safe administration of experimental therapies, and for monitoring the expected and unexpected side effects of drugs and other treatment modalities used in these trials.
  • This role involves delivering high-quality clinical care to patients and volunteers participating in clinical trials (CTIMP and ATIMP), ensuring all procedures are carried out in line with study protocols, Trust policies, and regulatory standards such as ICH-GCP and MHRA guidelines.
  • The post holder is responsible for recruiting and following up participants, performing clinical procedures (e.g. venepuncture, drug administration, monitoring), and maintaining accurate clinical and research documentation.
  • They act as a patient advocate, ensuring informed consent and supporting participants throughout their research journey.
  • In addition, the role includes administrative responsibilities such as coordinating resources, maintaining a safe clinical environment, supporting audits and regulatory processes, and contributing to service development.
  • The post holder also supports education and training by mentoring staff and students, promoting research awareness, and ensuring continuous professional development within the team.

Responsibilities

  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate expert research nursing care and provide support to patients attending the Department who have been or have the potential to be recruited onto a CTIMP or ATIMP trial.
  • The Research Nurse will play a key role in ensuring that any research undertaken within the department safeguards the well being of the patients and is conducted according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trial) Regulations 2004 and Amended Regulations 2006.
  • In conjunction with the other members of the team, facilitate the production of good quality of research.
  • The research nurse will facilitate and aid in the recruitment of patients to ensure high quality clinical studies and trials that will require the nurse to work flexibly across the disciplines to ensure the successful working of the clinical research facility.
  • They will also act as a patient advocate providing support and assistance as required and assist in the co-ordination and management of a portfolio of early phase translational clinical research.
  • The post holder will take responsibility for supervising the safe administration of experimental therapies, and for monitoring the expected and unexpected side effects of drugs and other treatment modalities used in these trials.
  • This role involves delivering high-quality clinical care to patients and volunteers participating in clinical trials (CTIMP and ATIMP), ensuring all procedures are carried out in line with study protocols, Trust policies, and regulatory standards such as ICH-GCP and MHRA guidelines.
  • The post holder is responsible for recruiting and following up participants, performing clinical procedures (e.g. venepuncture, drug administration, monitoring), and maintaining accurate clinical and research documentation.
  • They act as a patient advocate, ensuring informed consent and supporting participants throughout their research journey.
  • In addition, the role includes administrative responsibilities such as coordinating resources, maintaining a safe clinical environment, supporting audits and regulatory processes, and contributing to service development.
  • The post holder also supports education and training by mentoring staff and students, promoting research awareness, and ensuring continuous professional development within the team.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a CRF Research Nurse?

The primary role of a CRF Research Nurse is to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate research nursing care while providing support to patients involved in clinical trials, ensuring the well-being of participants and adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory standards.

What types of trials will the research nurse be involved with?

The research nurse will be involved with Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMP) and Advanced Therapy Investigational Medicinal Products (ATIMP).

What are the key responsibilities of the CRF Research Nurse?

Key responsibilities include recruiting and following up participants, performing clinical procedures, administering experimental therapies, monitoring side effects, maintaining documentation, acting as a patient advocate, and managing administrative tasks related to clinical research.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Specific qualifications are not mentioned in the job description, but typically a nursing degree and relevant experience in clinical research, alongside knowledge of GCP and clinical trial regulations, are expected.

Is there a mentoring component in this role?

Yes, the CRF Research Nurse is responsible for supporting education and training by mentoring staff and students, as well as promoting research awareness and continuous professional development.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits?

You can contact Dani Nebres, the CRF Lead Nurse, at the email address d.nebres@nhs.net or by telephone at 0203 299 7139.

What is the Trust's commitment regarding sustainability?

The Trust is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All by achieving net zero carbon targets of 2040 for the NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for the NHS Carbon Footprint Plus, through their Green Plan.

Will the research nurse need to work across different disciplines?

Yes, the research nurse will need to work flexibly across various disciplines to ensure the effective functioning of the clinical research facility.

How does the Trust aim to ensure high quality clinical studies?

The Trust aims to ensure high quality clinical studies by facilitating patient recruitment, providing expert nursing care, and adhering to rigorous regulatory standards and study protocols.

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King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

One of the UK’s largest NHS Foundation Trusts, treating 1.5 million patients a year across 5 sites in SE London and Kent

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Mission & Purpose

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a prominent NHS trust that provides comprehensive healthcare services across a range of specialties, including emergency care, surgical procedures, and specialist treatments. Its ultimate mission is to deliver outstanding patient care, driven by a commitment to excellence in clinical practice, research, and education. The trust's purpose is to ensure high-quality, accessible healthcare for all patients, advance medical knowledge through research and innovation, and support the training of future healthcare professionals, all while maintaining a compassionate approach to patient care.