Practice Nurse​/Research Nurse

The Burbage Surgery has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Practice Nurse / Research Nurse to join our team. This is a permanent position for 4 days per week. (2 days Practice Nurse and 2 days Research Nurse)

We are a friendly and welcoming GP Practice located in Burbage, Leicestershire. We seek an experience Practice Nurse/Research Nurse to join our team and be a part of a practice that makes a difference, supported by and working with a diverse, multi-skilled professional team of clinical and non-clinical friendly staff, providing high quality, person-centred, nursing care to patients.

This is a dedicated research nursing role purely focused on clinical trials delivery. As the study portfolio grows (DENI-04 now, Amgen activating October, and potentially Roche studies in early 2027) we will need dedicated research nursing capacity to join our current research team.

The successful candidate must be a qualified practice nurse with post-registration experience preferably in General Practice. We will require you to be motivated and enthusiastic with strong communication skills. You will be required to work flexibly as part of our nursing team with a commitment to training and development.

We are a 4 Partner GP practice situated in a purpose-built premises in Burbage providing care to approximately 13000 patients. We also operate a part time branch surgery in the village of Wolvey.

We have a dedicated team of 4 GP Partners, 3 Salaried doctors, 1 Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 1 Nurse Practitioner, 2 Practice Nurses, 1 HCA, 1 Student Nurse Associate and 2 Clinical Pharmacists. We are also a training practice with GP registrars, Medical Students and Student Nurses.

All clinical services are supported by a strong administration and reception team.

General Duties

Assisting and supporting the Doctors and Nurse Specialist as required

To input consultations and patient data accurately on to computer

To participate in audit as requested by the Doctors and Practice Manager

To ensure all enhanced service claims are claimed where appropriate

To attend Branch Surgeries when required

To provide cover for Community Staff if required and maintain a flexible approach

To liaise with all members of the PHCT to ensure that practice objectives are achieved

Undertake home visits if necessary and not covered by Community Staff

Supervise Medical Students and GP Registrars

Clinics

To offer care and advice to patients on appropriate clinical issues

To organise and run day to day practice nurse clinics covering all aspects of practice nursing and health promotion i.e. Chronic Disease Management, Cervical Smears, ECG, urine checks, Chaperone, Phlebotomy, Immunisation and Travel advice, New Patient Checks, Well Person Checks, Blood Pressure,

Equipment and Consumables

To carry out stock control and expiry checks on practice stocked drugs and vaccines

To monitor/replenish all nursing equipment and consumables

Other Duties

Assisting in the day to day running of the surgery including the branch surgery as required

To work in an efficient and friendly manner demonstrating respect for patients and colleagues

To attend staff team meetings to ensure personal development is maintained

To undertake training and personal development as recommended by Practice Manager/Doctors

To participate in annual appraisal and discussion on training needs

To work in an efficient and friendly manner with the rest of the practice team demonstrating respect for patients and colleagues.

To provide cover for colleagues during sickness and holidays

To work in accordance with Health & Safety Regulations, Infection Control requirements and Surgery Policies

Any other duties deemed appropriate, which may arise with the development of the Practice

This is a dedicated research nursing role purely focused on clinical trials delivery. As the study portfolio grows (DENI-04 now, Amgen activating October, and potentially Roche studies in early 2027) we will need dedicated research nursing capacity to join our current research team.

• Understanding of GCP principles and research ethics
• Understanding of the informed consent process
• Awareness of NHS research governance and HRA approval framework
• Knowledge of ICH E6(R3) updates and ISO 14155
• Familiarity with MHRA/HRA regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of Systm One or similar clinical system
• Understanding of NIHR and commercial research landscape

• Excellent attention to detail with accurate, timely documentation
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Professional and empathetic patient communication
• Ability to work independently and use own initiative
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and adapt to changing priorities
• Experience with eDC/eCRF data entry (e.g. Medidata Rave, Oracle InForm, Veeva Vault)
• Experience preparing for CRA monitoring visits
• Ability to train or mentor others

• Registered Nurse (RGN/RN) with current NMC registration.
• GCP certification ICH…