The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Clinical Research Nurse
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Band 6 Clinical Research Nurse Post in GI and Lymphoma Unit
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Clinical Research Nurse post within the GI and Lymphoma Unit. The post holder will be working in the GI and Lymphoma unit at the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust based at Sutton. We are a highly regarded busy multidisciplinary team performing both clinical and research work. Ideally with experience in clinical research and/or GI, and preferably educated to degree level, you will work within the guidelines and policies for the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with the principles of GCP.
Role Responsibilities
The successful applicant will work as part of the research delivery team, managing a portfolio of GI oncology/Lymphoma studies, and contributing to the research delivery from this unit. The post holder will primarily work under the supervision of the Senior Research Nurse. They will fulfil the role of keyworker for patients enrolled on clinical trials, ensuring optimal communication and high standards of patient care in accordance with the principles of GCP. Central to the role are the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients entering a clinical trial.
Such diversity requires expertise to provide not only high quality data and patient care, but also continued input into screening and identifying suitable patients from this tumour group. This post will provide continued support and care for patients who by the nature of their disease require close monitoring and continuity.
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The post holder will work under the supervision of the senior research nurse, and has a key role to play in the day-to-day running of clinical trials within the Trust. These trials may be related to anti-cancer treatment (e.g. chemotherapy, radiotherapy, biological therapy, immunotherapy or surgery), symptom management or some other aspect of cancer care, such as screening. Central to the role are the recruitment, education and monitoring of patients entering a clinical trial. Working closely with the principal investigator and members of the multidisciplinary team, s/he will support patients who choose to participate in clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patients’ advocate.
An important aspect of the role is the maintenance of accurate and comprehensive records of data derived from the research studies. The post holder will be involved in ensuring that any research undertaken within the department safeguards the wellbeing of the patients is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research.
About The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
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At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Contact for Further Details
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Julie Martin
- Job title: Lead Clinical Research Nurse
- Email address: julie.martin@rmh.nhs.uk
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