Clinical Research Nurse

Accellacare-ICON

Location: Office-based - North London (Northwood)

At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.

Our ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.

That’s our vision. We’re driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.

Summary:

This position participates in the effective running of research studies on a day-to-day basis maintaining the confidentiality, safety and well being of study participants and utilizing skill knowledge and judgement to provide a high standard of care while maintaining dignity and respect at all times.

Responsibilities:
• *Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which centers around our commitment to People, Clients and Performance.
• *As a member of staff, the employee is expected to embrace and contribute to our culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
• Travel (approximately 0%) domestic and/or international.
• *Ensure volunteer safety and well being in a variety of settings working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Identify and report any potential or actual adverse events to a senior nurse and physician in a timely manner.
• *Perform all types of drug administration for which they have been competency assessed in accordance with the study protocol and within the appropriate guidelines for the administration of medicines.
• *To be competent in performing and supervising other members of the multidisciplinary team in core clinical skills, utilising clinical knowledge to identify potential clinical abnormalities and recognising and reporting any deviation from the parameters as stated in the study protocol.
• To perform clinical procedures as per SOP/protocol including but not limited to;
• Recording of 12 lead ECG
• Continuous Cardiac Monitoring
• Blood sampling both direct Venepuncture and via cannula
• Recording of vital signs in accordance with the study protocol
• Pulse Oximetry
• *Collect accurate high quality data in accordance with Good Clinical Practice and resolve queries in a timely manner so as not to delay time to study completion.
• May screen participants for inclusion into study, based on predetermined criteria.
• May collect medical history and questionnaires. Evaluate and interpret collected data.
• May assist principal investigator and other members of the research team in the development of plans and protocols for clinical research studies and contribute to the analysis and interpretation of results as appropriate.
• *Provide basic nursing care and treatment as requested by the physician.
• Undertake quality control check of assigned protocols and relevant study documentation and provide feedback to the Project Manager or designee in a timely manner.
• *Demonstrate and share knowledge and understanding of the research process, the volunteer process and study flow within the clinical unit.
• Participate in internal and external clinical trial meetings and trainings as applicable.
• Quality check all completed source documents to ensure accuracy, legibility and completion of all data points.
• To be proactive in developing and implementing quality initiatives within the clinical area providing prompt feedback on procedural audit reports and attendance at the Quality Forums.
• *Continuously update knowledge through self development and participation in learning activities. Maintain an up-to-date training record and utilise evidence- based nursing.
• *Assist in training and mentoring of new clinical personnel.
• *Undertake sample handling and sample processing within the clinical preparation area as per protocol as required.
• May act as shift lead when required, coordinating and organizing clinical staff efficiently in the absence of the Clinical Research Sister/Charge Nurse or designee.
• EU only - 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 Criminal Records Bureau to check for any previous criminal convictions.
• EU only - be accountable for own practice in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
• * EU only - *Act as project nurse for individual studies supported by the Research Sister/ Charge Nurse to provide effective pre- study set up, project planning and resourcing and associated documentation leading to the safe and successful clinical execution of the study whilst working within the remit of ICH GCP.
• *EU only - Demonstrate and share understanding of the ABPI Guidelines for phase 1 clinical trials and the MHRA accreditation process for phase 1 clinical units.
• *EU only -Attend Intermediate Life Support and Medical Emergency training at least annually and to be familiar with the Resuscitation Council Guidelines and the contents of the Resuscitation trolley and use of the Defibrillator.
• To undertake other reasonably related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals - both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans - and related benefits such as life assurance - so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.

ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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