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Job Title


Research nurse


Company : Integrated Care System


Location : Wigan, England


Created : 2025-07-27


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Research Nurse to support clinical research studies 17.5 hours per week at Garswood Surgery. This role involves the coordination and delivery of primary care research projects supported by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN). The postholder will be based within the GP surgery but will also collaborate with members of the RRDN and the St Helens North primary care network.Main duties of the jobWork collaboratively with the Lead GP for Research, wider research team members, practice staff, and NIHR staff.Liaise effectively with the wider team members.Undertake required training for each research study.Recruit and consent patients to trials; gather relevant data and perform follow-up per trial protocols.Support health promotion initiatives and encourage patient self-care.Travel to other research sites as needed.About us Garswood Surgery is a forward-thinking, friendly, and established training and research GP practice located on the border of St Helens and Wigan. Serving a population of over 5,000 patients, we are committed to clinical excellence and continuous improvement. The Practice is rated "Good" by the CQC and has consistently strong Quality and Outcomes Framework results. Our team includes experienced GP partners with interests in education, research, women's health, and healthcare leadership. We are actively involved in regional networks (ICB and PCNs). Garswood is a longstanding training practice for resident doctors and student Physician Associates.Job responsibilitiesContribute to the planning and logistics of research trials.Maintain familiarity with study protocols and amendments.Ensure accurate, regulatory-compliant data entry into study documentation.Communicate effectively with participants, carers, and multidisciplinary teams.Safeguard participant rights and welfare throughout study involvement.Support the safe administration of trial medications and treatments.Record and report adverse events to the Lead GP.Assist with participant recruitment, consent, follow-up, and data management.Conduct pre-study screening of participants.Manage receipt, storage, and accountability of study medications under supervision.Maintain secure storage of clinical supplies and ensure equipment functionality.With appropriate training, collect clinical samples for research purposes.Manage daily workload independently.Engage in CPD and role-specific training.Promote health education and self-care practices among patients.Uphold participants' rights, privacy, dignity, and cultural beliefs.Person Specification ExperienceEvidence of professional developmentWilling to learn and acquire new skills and competencies relevant to the roleInterest in researchVenipuncture experienceChange-management skills and ability to support lifestyle changesGood listening skillsProficiency in IT systemsAbility to work autonomouslyUnderstanding of role accountability within a nurse-led serviceStrong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbalFlexibility and motivationOwn transport or access to a vehicle to work at practices as directedExperience working in primary careExperience with EMIS clinical system and searchesGood clinical practice trainingAwareness of clinical governance issues in primary careAbility to integrate nursing knowledge with research tasksResearch-related training or experience with clinical proceduresAudit experienceKnowledge of long-term condition patient needsKnowledge of patient group directions and policiesUnderstanding of health promotion strategiesQualificationsInterest in researchVenipuncture skillsChange-management skillsEffective listening skillsIT system proficiencyResearch courses or qualifications and/or relevant experienceDisclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a DBS check for any criminal convictions.#J-18808-Ljbffr