Staff Nurse

Main area Clinical Research Facility Grade Band 5-6 development role Contract Permanent Contract Hours 37.5 hours per week (Full time permanent) Job  R&I-DA

Site Clinical Trials Unit Nursing - Q01425 Town Manchester Salary £32,073 - £48,117 Pro rata, per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 31/07/2026 23:59

If you believe that nursing is about making a real difference to patient’s lives then clinical research can provide a stimulating and rewarding career for you.

As a member of the core clinical research facility (CRF) nursing team you will have opportunities to develop skills and knowledge in both research and cancer nursing delivering new and innovative treatments within the context of clinical trials.

This is a Band 5‑6 development role opportunity within the CRF which will follow a structured competency‑based programme.

Previous experience of research and or oncology nursing is desirable but not essential as we offer comprehensive training within a competency framework.

An ability to work evenings, night shifts and occasional weekends is a requirement of the job.

Applications welcome from enthusiastic, motivated nurses who are flexible, display initiative and possess excellent communication skills.

The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% of patients are referred to us from other parts of the country.

We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services.

We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK.

• Be responsible for the safe care and well‑being of research patients in their care.
• Demonstrate research knowledge when caring for patients receiving treatment within the context of a clinical trial protocol.
• Deliver care in accordance with trial protocol, hospital policy, NMC Code of Conduct, GCP guidelines and current best practice.
• Perform procedures required of the role and be prepared to learn new skills relevant to the role.
• Report incidents using hospital systems and be aware of appropriate health and safety policies to refer to as required.
• Administer both infusion and bolus chemotherapy via established central lines and peripheral cannula in line with Trust policies.
• The safe administration of all licensed and unlicensed medicinal products within the context of a clinical trial.
• Provide a supportive role within the Unit for nursing, medical and clerical staff.
• Undertake nursing care of patients, ensuring privacy & dignity is maintained whilst being aware of physical and psychological needs.
• To give a clear and accurate update at change of duties and ensure accurate documentation of nursing interventions.
• Ensure patients are seen in a timely fashion, liaising closely with the unit co‑ordinator, medical staff, specialist and research nurses, bed manager and other staff as appropriate.
• To liaise as needed with referring hospitals, GP’s and community nursing teams.
• Support and assist in the induction / training of junior staff / health care assistant’s/ student nurses acting as mentor to designated staff.
• To highlight areas of improvement/development within the department and undertake relevant projects.
• Assist in the provision of meals / refreshments for patients.
• Assist in the general housekeeping duties of the unit.
• Help to maintain a safe environment and report faults / risks etc. to the nurse in charge.
• Correct care and custody of controlled drugs and aid the safe storage of medicines as appropriate.

• Complete ward introductory pack and preceptor pack.
• Complete relevant…