If you believe that nursing is about making a real difference to patient's lives then clinical research can provide a stimulating and rewarding career for you.

As a member of the core clinical research facility (CRF) nursing team you will have opportunities to develop skills and knowledge in both research and cancer nursing delivering new and innovative treatments within the context of clinical trials.

Previous experience of research and or oncology nursing is desirable but not essential as we offer comprehensive training within a competency framework.

An ability to work evenings, night shifts and occasional weekends is a requirement of the job.

We are open to applicants who would like to work permanent nights, Job share or flexible working.

Applications welcome from enthusiastic, motivated nurses who are flexible, display initiative and possess excellent communication skills.

Main duties of the job

Develop and maintain the level of clinical skills necessary to perform highly specialised procedures as per study requirements alongside supporting junior staff to develop and maintain their expertise.

Facilitate the delivery of specialised patient focused, protocol driven research in collaboration with patient, relatives, research teams and the Multidisciplinary team.

Maintain awareness of current advances in cancer treatments, research and nursing practice implementing evidence-based care through continuing professional development.

Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship

About us

The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

• Be responsible for the safe care and well-being of research patients in their care.
• Demonstrate research knowledge when caring for patients receiving treatment within the context of a clinical trial protocol

PERSONAL

• Demonstrate a pleasant and approachable manner and help create and promote a good working relationship.
• Show professional and courteous manner when answering the telephone and other enquires.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• First level registration (RGN/RN Adult)
• Degree in Healthcare studies (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Post Registration Oncology qualifications
• Evidence of continuous personal, professional, and academic development

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Qualification in adult nursing

Desirable

• Experience at Band 5 in acute setting
• Experience of oncology nursing or other relevant experience

SKILLS

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Ability to deliver high standard of nursing care
• Computer literacy
• Understanding need for evidence based practice
• Enthusiasm to work as part of the team
• Motivated

Desirable

• Intravenous access and cannulation skills
• Administration of IV chemotherapy

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Committed to undertake period of preceptorship
• Participate in own personal and professional development

VALUES

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

OTHER

Essential

• Flexible working including weekends and nights

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.

Wilmslow Rd, Manchester

Manchester

M20 4BX

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