Advanced Research Nurse
Job summary
Right to work: We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Skilled Worker sponsorship will be assigned in line with Trust procedure.
Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa The Research and Innovation Centre at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre has an exciting opportunity as a Band 7 Advanced Research Nurse. The aim of this post is to bring about greater access for research to provide a unique and enviable framework to enhance delivery of world class research. They will embark on a programme of dual training for both Oncology and Haematology systemic anticancer treatments.
They must be motivated and willing to undergo training in the Haematology and chemotherapy fields. We are here to deliver the best cancer care to the people we serve and we are looking for applications from those who share that commitment and our values. As an Advanced Research Nurse, you will be responsible for supporting the senior management team in 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 Liverpool and CCC Wirral.
Main duties of the job
The primary aim of this post is to bring about greater access for research to provide a unique and enviable framework to enhance delivery of world class research. The successful candidate will act as an advanced autonomous practitioner, supporting patients on Commercial/non-commercial and Experimental Cancer Medicines (ECMC) clinical trials.
In doing so will demonstrate a high level of practice and knowledge, working as a key member of the multi- disciplinary team providing professional and clinical support in the care of patients on clinical trials. The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will provide expert care and treatment to patients within agreed trials protocol and clinical guidelines.
Functions in a variety of role dimensions: health care provider, educator, supervisor to junior staff, researcher, auditor, clinical advocate and implementer of research and clinical governance. The post holder is employed and managed by Clatterbridge Cancer Centre but will be required to travel across a number of NHS trusts within Merseyside and Cheshire. Regular travel will be expected between CCC Wirral, Liverpool and Aintree sites.
Employees must be aware of and accept the requirement to work at other sites across the Clinical Network within reason. Any changes will be subject to consultation with the post holder.
About us
The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man.
Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do. Our values represent who we are and what we believe in.
They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work. We are - Kind Empowered Responsible Inclusiv e
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.
Person Specification
Qualifications · Essential
NMC Level One Nurse, with current registration BSC Professional practice or equivalent Relevant Post Registration qualification in specialist area ICH / GCP trained Evidence of continuous personal, professional development
Desirable
Leadership qualification Advanced Communication Skills Intermediate Life Support qualification Educated to Masters level Experience of managing complex studies UKONS qualification
Experience · Essential
Extensive post registration experience in haemato-oncology/oncology including experience at a senior level Previous research experience. Experience of managing a portfolio of complex cancer clinical trials.
Desirable
Skilled in the administration of cytotoxic agents Experience in Leadership and change management. Experience of writing policies and procedures Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
Extensive knowledge of clinical practice and treatments within specialist area including treatment induced side-effects Knowledge and experience of handling complex relationships Knowledge of the key professional issues and NMC guidelines (or equivalent governing body) relating to professional practice Knowledge of the clinical trials process Knowledge of Research Governance framework
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 (Opens in a new tab) . 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 (Opens in a new tab) .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
