Registered/Research Nurse - Various locations

Registered Nurse (Clinical Research Nurse) – Full-time for the length of the study.

CK Group are excited to announce our collaboration with EMS Healthcare in a pioneering new cancer clinical research study, looking at the early detection of more than 50 types of cancer – including many that are difficult to diagnose. This revolutionary study comprises of an innovative blood test developed by GRAIL, a US biotechnology company, and could help thousands more people get successful treatment every year.

We currently have vacancies in the following Cancer Alliance areas:
• South East London/ Kent
• East Midlands
• The North East of England
• East Anglia

The study will take place on a state-of-the-art, specifically designed mobile facility, which will be your place of work for the duration of the study. It will move around the each Cancer Alliance to allow for a geographical reach of participants, spending around four weeks at a time in each location – therefore a full UK driving license is essential.

Registered Nurse Role:
As a Registered Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in creating a positive and accessible participant experience. If you are committed to providing high-quality care and interested in a new, exciting role outside of a traditional NHS setting, this could be the post for you.

Benefits:
• Exciting opportunity to work on a pioneering early cancer-detection study through to completion.
• The opportunity to break into the desirable field of clinical research without previous experience.
• Appealing, consistent shift pattern that operates with 3 (12.5 hr) shifts on and 4 off – guaranteed no night shift work, no Sundays and no Bank holiday working for the contract duration.
• Competitive holiday allowance of 28+8 days.
• Contributory stakeholder pension scheme.
• Life Assurance scheme.
• Wellbeing programme available for all employees.
• Mileage compensation for any travel over 30 miles each way.
• A fully paid training period before starting your new role.

Experience:
• NMC Registered Nurse, recognised in the UK.
• Experienced and skilled in the practice of venepuncture.
• Good Clinical Practice experience and up to date training.
• Experience of working in primary and/or secondary care would be highly desirable.
• Experience in the conduct of clinical trials would be advantageous but not essential.

Other Requirements & Competencies:
• Full UK residency and hold a valid driving license.
• The ability to travel within the allocated Cancer Alliance.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a self-motivated way.
• Good team player.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Have relevant IT skills to perform the role.
• Possess high standards of integrity, professionalism, and sensitivity.
•Entitlement to work in the UK is essential.

Apply:
For more information or to apply for this Clinical Research Nurse position, please contact Karen Kangley on 01246 457733 or email KKangley@ckgroup.co.uk. Entitlement to work in the UK is essential for this role.