Clinical Research Nurse (Adult, Mental Health or Dual Trained)

Would you like to be part of finding treatments for the future at the NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility?
As a Mental Health or Dementia Research Nurse, working in the only Mental Health CRF in the UK, you would be part of our friendly, multidisciplinary team, offering our research participants exceptional care throughout their study journey.

A variety of research studies are currently run at The Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility (OH CRF) in Warneford:

• National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) and other grant funded studies
• Commercial clinical trials
• Observational cohort studies through to CTIMPs, covering a wide variety of disease indications from healthy volunteers to those suffering from specific conditions such as schizophrenia, depression, and dementia.

This role provides opportunities to develop, gain experience and knowledge in the field of mental health and neuroscience clinical research. Clinical experience as a registered nurse (RN, RMN, LD, or other registrations will be considered) and some familiarity with mental health conditions or dementia is essential, but no research experience is necessary. We have lots of training available and an extensive induction programme is offered to ensure staff build confidence and skill within the role.

Please note if you are based outside of the UK you will need to be fully qualified, have already passed your OSCE and have an NMC pin number to be considered for this role.
The CRF has supported the development of nursing technical skills in line with study requirements, for example, recent study plans have required nursing support for undertaking skin biopsies, lumbar punctures, and the intravenous delivery of study medicines, as well as sub-cut and IM injections.

The Clinical Research Nurse will work as a study coordinator on the CRF, coordinating clinical trial delivery and supporting the research service within the CRF. The post will require you to be responsible for assessing and managing care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical trials. This will involve the education and monitoring of trial participants and the collection and documentation of accurate data, including blood and tissue samples. The role involves using an in-depth knowledge of trial protocols and their application in practice, alongside a working knowledge of and compliance with the local, national, and international research regulations. The ability to work confidently and autonomously is essential.

Our Band 6 nurses provide support and mentoring for a range of Band 5 Research Assistants, Nurse Associate Trainees, Nurse Cadets, and student nurses on placements.

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties. Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust, we provide physical, mental health, and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath, and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics, and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team.”
Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent.”
At Oxford Health, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants, and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team.