Research Nurse

Job overview

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The Research and Innovation department at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre has an exciting post available for a Band 5 Research Nurse.

The Primary aim of this post is to bring about greater access for research in order to provide a unique and enviable framework to enhance delivery of world class research.

The Research Nurse will embark on a programme of dual training for both Oncology and Haematology systemic anticancer treatments.

As a Research nurse you will be responsible for supporting the research teams in the delivery of SACT therapies per protocol as part of the clinical delivery team on Floor 6 CCCL, whilst ensuring that our service users’ needs are met through the delivery of high-quality care. As a centre of excellence, you will offer a person-centred approach to their independence and well-being.

You will have a dual base location at CCC Wirral and CCC Liverpool.

Main duties of the job

The post holder under the supervision of the clinical delivery unit co-ordinator will support the delivery of commercial and non–commercial cancer clinical trials. The role will include; collecting data, supporting, treating and monitoring patients in accordance to ethically approved protocols.

The R & I directorate is a busy environment and working to deadlines with frequent interruption is the norm. Ability to work under pressure, pay close attention to detail and organise the priority of own workload is absolutely essential. Individual training will be provided to meet the needs of the post-holder. If you want to be part of a fantastic team and help support the Trust with our vision for providing the best cancer care in the country, then we want to hear from you.

As we deliver treatments in sector hubs and clinics across the Wirral and Liverpool, there will an element of cross cover required during training and once training has been completed. This will include travelling to all of our peripheral sites:

• CCC Liverpool
• CCC Wirral

We’re here to deliver the best cancer care to the people we serve and we’re looking for applications from those who share that commitment and our values: Putting people first; Achieving excellence; Passionate about what we do; Always improving our care; and Looking to the future.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.