University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Band 5 Oncology Research Nurse

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Job Summary
Are you an enthusiastic, dynamic, clinical oncology nurse, with an interest in Research, wanting to make the next step in your career?
Within research, we currently have a Band 5 position available within the clinical research facility, delivering the oncology portfolio with particular focus on the delivery of SACT to our research participants.
So, if you are experienced in Oncology and the delivery of Cancer Therapies, our post could be an exciting opportunity for you to expand your knowledge and skills in the field of research.
In this role, you will be part of a team delivering high-quality research from a range of commercial and academic studies from complex interventional studies through to observational studies. You will develop an in-depth knowledge of trial protocols; research processes and you will support the delivery of our expanding research portfolios. You will have the opportunity to further develop interpersonal communication, organization, time management, and documentation skills.
You will administer a range of therapeutic cancer treatments for trials across a range of disease areas within the oncology field, including but not limited to; chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and monoclonal antibody therapies.
If you have a passion to make a difference, enthusiasm to deliver exciting research, possess good communication skills, and attention to detail, then we want to hear from you.
For More Information Please Contact
Linda Coughlan / Katie Deans
Tel: 0121-3713178
Main Duties, Tasks & Skills Required
Essential Criteria for applying for this post:
- Displays genuine interest in the post applied for and can articulate this when questioned and demonstrate it in the job application
- SACT Passport and experience within oncology
- Registered level 1 Adult Nurse on the NMC register
- Post-registration experience working in a complex health care setting / Acute NHS care setting
- Competent in managing the care of a group of patients / shift management and clinical leadership relevant to the practice setting
- Experience of working on your own and in a team in a healthcare environment delegating to others within a team / providing supervision to others
- Evidence of achievements and career development in current post and of ongoing professional development/competence
- Good IT skills / ability to record information electronically
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- Ability to communicate articulately
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About Us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value, and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values-driven in all that we do, and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such, we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long-term health condition, mental health, or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job Description
Please Note: For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Level 1 Adult Nurse on the NMC Register
- Evidence and ability to revalidate as required by the NMC
- Relevant degree or equivalent in nursing
- SACT Passport or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous / recent experience or working in an acute secondary NHS care setting
- Experience of delivering SACT in an oncology setting
- Evidence of achievements and career development in current post and of ongoing professional development/competence
- Experience of working on your own and in a team in a healthcare environment delegating to others within a team / providing supervision to others
- Willingness to become a Mentor to or meets Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) requirements for mentorship
- Understanding and knowledge of the NMC code of conduct
- Understanding of preceptorship and work-based learning and assimilation of skills and knowledge
- Awareness of current relevant NHS policy context
- Understanding / experience of the principles of safeguarding and Mental Capacity
- Awareness of health and safety issues


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Additional Criteria
Essential
- Professional appearance
- Displays genuine interest in the post applied for and can articulate this when questioned
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- Ability to communicate articulately others
- Caring and approachable
- Punctual, reliable
- Ability to work a varied shift pattern including nights / weekends unsocial hours where required
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
For Help With Your Application, Contact
Linda Coughlan
01213713189
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32073.00 to £39043.00 Yearly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working
Reference number
304-1101643
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham
West Midlands
B15 2TH
Attachments
Job Description
Staff Nurse Oncology research (R_D) - B5 JDPS Linda Coughlan.pdf – 517KB Opens in a new window
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