Senior Staff Nurse - Clinical Trials
Senior Staff Nurse – Clinical Trials
London, Sarah Cannon Research Institute
Full time - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (8am – 6pm)
Permanent
Salary Competitive + Benefits
We’re looking for a Senior Staff Nurse to join us at Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) currently rated “Good” by the CQC. We are a world-leading clinical trials facility specialising in the development of new therapies such as targeted and precision medication for cancer patients.
As the research arm of HCA's global cancer institute, we are the first UK trials unit outside of the NHS that has the ability to offer new anti-cancer drugs in clinical trials. By bringing together the best medical minds with the most passionate caregivers, we are transforming care and personalising treatment. Through clinical excellence and world-leading research, Sarah Cannon is redefining cancer treatment around the world.
As a Senior Staff Nurse you will be working in a supportive, experienced Clinical Research Team. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating expert research nursing care. You will support patients who have been or have the potential to be recruited onto a clinical trial program. You will be responsible for ensuring that patients are cared for in a safe, caring and comfortable environment. This will include meeting their medical, physical and emotional needs by effectively communicating with the patient and their families.
The Senior Staff Nurse will play a key role in ensuring that any research undertaken within the department safeguards the well-being of the patients and is conducted according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) in conjunction with the other members of the team.
We understand cancer care is a challenging field and our friendly team, work closely together to adopt a supportive culture. As part of HCA Healthcare, our team are offered emotional support and career development
At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
What you’ll bring:
Current NMC registration
SACT Nurse (Chemotherapy Giver)
Experience in a haematology or oncology setting
Experience of Clinical Trails is desirable but not essential
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Senior Staff Nurse at Sarah Cannon Research Institute you’ll be eligible for:
25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
Group Life Assurance from day one
Critical illness cover
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Diversity and Inclusion
Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.