Research Nurse Associate

Clinical research helps millions of people live longer and healthier lives. If you want to join this innovative and exciting speciality, then we are offering a unique opportunity to work as a Clinical Research delivery Associate Nurse in Team CARES (Cardiac, Anaesthetics, Respiratory,Surgery and Stroke Research) within the Research and Development Department, University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. The Cares Team predominantly coordinate the Inpatient acute trials along with long term follow up of trials patients. The role involves day-to-day care of participants on clinical studies including screening, recruitment, and follow-up. Our staff come from a variety of specialities and backgrounds to create a multidisciplinary research team working together to deliver research across Plymouth. We offer a friendly, supportive working environment with access to training and professional development and offer a full induction programme with ongoing mentoring. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience and support delivery of research and see first-hand the difference it makes to patients' lives.

• Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification., Responsible for delivering effective, specialised, high quality nursing care, ensuring the area of work runs smoothly and efficiently.- Works under the supervision of a Registered Practitioner.- Works within the boundaries of existing competence, adhering to local and national protocols / standard operating procedures / policies.- Delivers high standards of compassionate, dignified care, managing their time, tasks and resources effectively.- Undertakes training, assessment and facilitation of peers and other staff as required.- To support Registered Practitioners in their duties and contribute to the holistic care of patients as part of a Multi - Disciplinary Team.- To ensure that the environment is clean, safe, tidy and welcoming for patients and visitors.- To undertake rotational work within the department as / if required.
  
  We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on . We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for