Oncology Research Nurse
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2237 (78% match) is an eligible occupation, and Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2233 (Registered specialist nurses, If the role were a specialist cancer nurse rather than research-focused). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
About the role
The Research Nurse will work collaboratively within a team working on both commercial and non-commercial research studies within a flexible research workforce covering a 7 day 24 hour service..
We are looking to recruit and experienced nurse within the speciality of Cancer to move across Oncology / Haematology. You do not need to be experienced in research although advantageous, however a strong clinical background knowledge in cancer is a essential requirement.
Main duties of the job
The post holder holds responsibility for supporting the research delivery team in the co-ordination, recruitment, care and monitoring of research subjects at the Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The care of research subjects is carried out in accordance with current research governance and legislation.
The post holder will work closely with the senior research nurses and clinical lead in the completion of comprehensive documentation required by the Ethics Committees - local and national, for ethical review and approval of the research study.
The post holder adheres to Departmental and Trust policies, established health professional procedures and practices and research laws and national guidance.
Person specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Achieved minimum grade C GCSE in English & Maths
- Graduate in relevant speciality or registered healthcare professional
Desirable
- Completed post graduate training in relevant area
- Good Clinical Practice in Research training
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working in an NHS setting with patients/service users
- Ability to interpret medical notes for research purposes
Desirable
- Awareness of research governance and legislation
- Experience of working on research studies in a clinical setting
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Good IT skills
- Database Management Skills
- Confidence to work across different areas including clinical areas.
- Professional Manner
- Flexible, adaptable & collaborative working style
- Good attention to detail
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work flexible patterns 24/7 as required
- Ability to travel / stay overnight at conferences / training
Desirable
- Clinical skills including research sample processing, venepuncture, IV drug administration & ECG
About the employer
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is situated on the west coast of Lancashire, and offers a full range of district hospital services and community health services to a population of 1.6 million in Lancashire and South Cumbria.
The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology services across the wider region.
We employ more than 6,500 staff, with a turnover in excess of £370m in 2014/2015 and have approximately 900 beds.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
Skilled Worker roles must clear both the general salary threshold and the occupation-specific going rate. See our occupation eligibility guide for the current figures.