Senior Research Nurse

NHS

  • Dorchester, Dorset
  • £38,682-46,580 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 hours ago
We are looking for an experienced registered nurse with oncology and haematology experience to join the busy research team. The post holder will be responsible for the care of research participants and trial data management. This will require the deployment of administrative, analytical and interpersonal skills alongside an aptitude for securing multi-departmental and professional support for clinical trials through effective communication at all levels of the organisations involved. Established clinical nursing skills and expert communication is essential.This is a 37.5 hours per week post.Main duties of the job
  • Working closely clinical teams to oversee the development of research portfolios in line with strategic aims.
  • Involve patients and relatives/carers in the process and management of clinical trials utilising established nursing skills.
  • Act as a patient advocate, ensuring meaningful consent is given by all research participants.
  • Have respect for patient confidentiality at all times.
  • Acknowledge individual participant needs in spiritual, religious and cultural matters.
  • Collection of body tissue, such as blood, tumour or urine. Storing and shipping of such tissue.
  • Where appropriately qualified and delegated, prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice.
About usAt DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.DetailsDate posted04 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£38,682 to £46,580 a year Per AnnumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-time, Flexible workingReference number405-25-NM394REAJob locationsDorset County HospitalWilliams AvenueDorchesterDT1 2JYJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesOur DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesOur DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.Person SpecificationEducation, Qualifications and TrainingEssential
  • Registered Nurse/AHP
  • Evidence of extensive post-registration CPD
Desirable
  • ICH Good Clinical Practice
  • Teaching Qualification
Skills, Abilities & KnowledgeEssential
  • Evidence of ability to practice as a competent, autonomous practitioner
  • Evidence of ability to work as part of a supportive team
  • Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
  • Evidence of ability to manage time effectively
  • Ability to collect research data
  • Able to act as an advocate for service users
  • Demonstrates an ability to communicate complex information to patients, family and carers in a manner appropriate to the situation
Desirable
  • Computer literate
  • Knowledge of related Oncology /Haematology standard treatments currently available
ExperienceEssential
  • Understanding of professional nursing issues and NMC code of Practice
  • Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements especially with regards to risk management
  • Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
  • Recent and extensive experience in an acute setting
  • Extensive experience working within clinical trials or oncology & haematology or other related environment in a health care setting
Desirable
  • Evidence of experience in managerial / leadership role
  • Understanding of Research Governance
  • Understanding of research process
  • Previous experience in Oncology / Haematology Clinical
Person SpecificationEducation, Qualifications and TrainingEssential
  • Registered Nurse/AHP
  • Evidence of extensive post-registration CPD
Desirable
  • ICH Good Clinical Practice
  • Teaching Qualification
Skills, Abilities & KnowledgeEssential
  • Evidence of ability to practice as a competent, autonomous practitioner
  • Evidence of ability to work as part of a supportive team
  • Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
  • Evidence of ability to manage time effectively
  • Ability to collect research data
  • Able to act as an advocate for service users
  • Demonstrates an ability to communicate complex information to patients, family and carers in a manner appropriate to the situation
Desirable
  • Computer literate
  • Knowledge of related Oncology /Haematology standard treatments currently available
ExperienceEssential
  • Understanding of professional nursing issues and NMC code of Practice
  • Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements especially with regards to risk management
  • Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
  • Recent and extensive experience in an acute setting
  • Extensive experience working within clinical trials or oncology & haematology or other related environment in a health care setting
Desirable
  • Evidence of experience in managerial / leadership role
  • Understanding of Research Governance
  • Understanding of research process
  • Previous experience in Oncology / Haematology Clinical

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