Job summary
- Main area
- Diabetes Research
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 358-6833241-ESM
- Employer
- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Leicester General Hospital
- Town
- Leicester
- Salary
- £37,338 - £44,962 Per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 13/01/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Diabetes Research Nurse
NHS AfC: Band 6
We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance
Job overview
An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Diabetes Research Nurse to join the Leicester Diabetes Centre (LDC) based at the Leicester General Hospital (LGH) University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.
The LDC is one of the largest facilities in Europe for conducting first class clinical research in diabetes and other long terms health conditions. The LDC hosts the Biomedical Research centre Lifestyle group and the Patient Recruitment Centre (PRC) which is one of five centres in the UK, dedicated to setting up and delivering late phase commercial clinical trials in the NHS at pace and scale. PRC Leicester is hosted by the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust and based at Leicester General Hospital. By attracting more commercial research to the UK, we increase opportunities for NHS patients to access cutting edge treatment and therapies that are not yet widely available through the NHS. We work across the region, through our partners and stakeholders, to ensure as many people as possible are given an opportunity to take part in research.
The post holder must have the ability to manage their own time and prioritise their own workload. The post requires flexibility and the ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. A passion for Diabetes and technology is required.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a highly motivated, hardworking and enthusiastic registered health care professional to assist in the delivery of a high-quality clinical research with expertise in diabetes and in particular Type 1 diabetes and technology, in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines for the conduct of clinical research trials. The post holder will always act in accordance with their professional of Conduct and Practice, Scope for Professional Practice and all associated guidelines.
To work alongside Principal Investigators and the research team to assist in the delivery of high-quality research, professional advice, support, guidance and education to the multi-professional team, patients and carers within the research service. Work will be in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines for the conduct of clinical research trials.
The post holder will provide the highest standards of patient care in line with research protocols and will ensure that such research safeguards the well-being of the patients and non-patients participants and is conducted within ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines for research.
This is a full-time post, based at Leicester General Hospital. Travel may be required between sites within the Trust and to Primary Care locations within Leicestershire to support departmental activities and there will be a requirement for early/late shifts and weekend work.
Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The main responsibilities of the post holder will be to work closely with Professor Pratik Choudhary who is Professor and Honorary consultant in Diabetes and also chair of the Diabetes Technology Network-UK. He is looking for someone to work closely with him on a variety of research projects around diabetes and technology, someone who is keen to take on a challenge, learn new skills and who is great with our patients and participants. In particular the post-holder will help in recruitment and study delivery of a number of studies based around the use of novel diabetes technology, including the latest closed loops, apps and connected devices. The job will involve a mix of clinical care, delivery of clinical studies and education.
We expect the person to be able to work flexibly, according to demands of the particular studies or study participants. The successful candidate will have at least two years post-registration experience, demonstrate competency in clinical skills in the specialty of diabetes with a passionate interest in Type 1 diabetes and the emerging evidence base for technology and treatments.
Person specification
Training and Qualifiactions
Essential criteria
- Adult Registered Healthcare
- Post graduate certificate or significant relevant experience.
- A keen interest diabetes and technology and other emerging research in the field of diabetes.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Previous experience at band 5/6 or equivalent. Minimum 3 years in Diabetes speciality
- Experience of teaching staff and patients with a particular focus in both Type 1 and type 2 diabetes and technology
Desirable criteria
- Experience of service development and change management and audit.
- Knowledge of GDPR, ICH GCP and Research Governance Guidelines.
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to work constructively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to provide support to junior staff and other HCP colleagues.
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to interpret data or reports relevant to role i.e., clinical data.
- Assess Risk and act accordingly in the clinical setting
Planning and Organisation Skills
Essential criteria
- Planning & prioritising & delegation skills
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive provision of high-quality care and interactions with others.
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential criteria
- Enthusiastic & passionate about Type 1 diabetes and technology
- Enthusiastic and interested in clinical research.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Erica Richardson
- Job title
- Lead Research DSN
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
Sophie Devine. Senior Research Nurse
Contact @ [email protected]
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