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Job overview
The Chemotherapy Research Nurse will work collaboratively to support the safe delivery of clinical trial treatments, including chemotherapy, in line with regulatory and legal frameworks, contributing to participant treatment delivery and follow-up activities across studies.
Working as part of the research team, the Research Nurse will be accountable for the assessment, planning, organisation and on-going care of research participants receiving trail treatments within the Trails Treatment area, according to the study protocol.
Main duties of the job
The chemotherapy research nurse will work collaboratively to support the safe delivery of clinical trial treatments, including chemotherapy, in line with regulatory and legal frameworks, contributing to participant treatment delivery, and follow-up activities across studies.
Working as part of the research team the research nurse will be accountable for the assessment, planning, organisation and on-going care of research participants receiving trail treatments within the Trails Treatment area according to the study protocol.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Care Management
- Comply with trust policies and guidelines
- Follow local and departmental standard operating procedures
- Maintain standards of practice in accordance with the legal rules and statutory regulations set out bthe NMC or appropriate professional body
- Work effectively and cohesively with members of the research team, utilising the relevant clinical skills, to deliver studies to time and target
- Develop an approach to patients focussed on care and compassion, ensuring courtesy and respect at all times
- Develop clinical reasoning skills, ensuring that deterioration in a patient’s condition is communicated to other members of the research team and acted upon in a timely manner
Study Conduct
- Comply with the informed consent process as detailed in the study protocol
- Deliver care for the patient in line with the study protocol
- Adhere to processes and procedures for ensuring participant confidentiality in compliance with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott regulations
- Report all Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events in line with ICH-GCP, ISO 14155 and UH Bristol Adverse Events Reporting policy
- Use approved versions of all study documentation
- Raise concerns about the conduct of the study, protocol deviations or the informed consent process with senior members of the research team
Management
- Take day-to-day responsibility for supporting the delivery and coordination of trial treatments, including chemotherapy, within the portfolio of clinical trials, working collaboratively with the CTU team and Lead SACT Nurse/Team Lead. Ensure accurate and up-to-date trial information through close liaison with investigators.Respond to change in line with the needs of service provision,
- Maintain a safe environment, for patients, staff and visitors, complying with the UHBristol current policies and procedures, and any statutory requirements, including all Health and Safety and Clinical Governance arrangements
- Ensure that all record keeping is appropriate, timely and clearly understood for the purpose of patient care, safety and data integrity
- Work with senior research nurses to develop own research and management skills
Person specification
Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
- Ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with people
- Enthusiasm for and desire to embed research within clinical practice
- Excellent organisational skills
- Use initiative and be innovative within the scope of the role
- To be able to prioritise workload
- Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work within a team and to be approachable
- Ability to work flexibly according to role requirement
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good (standard) keyboard skills
- Ability to use Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Access)
- Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and use own initiative
- Evidence of good management and organisational skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage resources effectively
- Good report writing, a focus on accuracy and meticulous attention to detail
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Competent in the administration of chemotherapy or near sign off
- Recent oncology/haematology experience
- Interest in clinical research
- Familiarity and/or previous experience of medical terminology
- Knowledge of data protection Act 1984 and Caldicott priniciples
Desirable
- Teaching experience
- Research/audit experience
- Current knowledge and experience of patient safety management and reporting processes
- Knowledge of Microsoft office applications and willingness to develop computer skills further
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Educated to degree level or similar health related qualification or equivalent range of experience within the role
- Registered Nurse level 1 with current NMC registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Current GCP certificate
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This advert is for Chemotherapy Research Nurse with University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust in Bristol, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 pa / pa pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 12 Jul 2026.
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