Role Summary
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised, diligent Band 5 Registered Nurse, who is interested in joining our research team based at North Devon District Hospital as a Clinical Research Nurse B5, 30 hours per week. Experience in cancer care would be advantageous for this post. You will be responsible for screening, recruitment, consent, data collection and retention of patients and carers into research studies and clinical trials across many specialities. You will be supporting our clinicians to deliver high quality research in a variety of settings.
About the Role
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More detail about the role
We have an exciting opportunity to work with the Rosemoor Research Team, based at North Devon District Hospital. We support a diverse portfolio of research studies and clinical trials recruiting from a range of clinical specialities including, Oncology, Critical Care, Muskulo Skeletal, Emergency Care, Dementia, Neurodegeneration, Aging, Surgery, Gastroenterology, Paediatrics, Reproductive Health and Therapy Services to name but a few. Experience in cancer nursing would be advantageous for this post.
In order to recruit research participants into our research portfolio, you will work with multidisciplinary teams and agencies across the North Devon District Hospital, the wider Trust and our community services. This will include working with our Nurse Specialists, Advanced Care Practitioners, Medics, and Allied Health Professionals. This requires a flexible and adaptable approach to working, and the ability to problem-solve in order to meet the challenges and needs of patients, their carers and families, clinicians and study sponsors, whilst delivering the requirements of research protocols.
This portfolio of studies is varied, and often involves working with teams in the community setting, as well as in hospital. The role is a mix of recruitment to studies in these acute and community settings, as well as follow up appointments. On a day to day basis the Rosemoor research team are based in the Ladywell Unit at the North Devon District Hospital, Barnstaple.
You will work closely with the other research nurses, assistant practitioners, administrators and the clinicians, as well as the wider Research and Development team.
About you
The team is looking for someone with a flexible and highly motivated attitude who is keen to learn new skills and ways of working. You will need to have an interest in clinical research and evidenced -based practice, and strong IT skills. Our focus is on ensuring patients have access to high quality research and are supported throughout their research journeys. You will be expected to engage in developing new skills in order to support the delivery of clinical trials e.g. Consenting into clinical trials, rating, cannulation, administrating clinical trial drugs, data management.
We have a comprehensive induction package for all new starters joining Research & Development. You will also be supported by a management team who are accessible and will support your development.
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 09.00-17.00, 30 hours - flexible
Interview Date: Friday 28th February 2025
For further information please contact: Jane Hunt, Research Nurse Specialist, Rosemoor Team Lead for more information. Jane.hunt9@nhs.net 01271 335 991. Informal visits and contact encouraged.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
