Job Description

: Collection Nurse / HCA

Company:

BioGrad Limited

Location:

Liverpool City Region

Contract Type:

[Full-time/Part-time/Bank]

Salary:

[To be confirmed]

About BioGrad Limited

BioGrad Limited is a leading healthcare company specialising in biobanking, clinical testing, and research services. We operate state-of-the-art facilities including our BioGrad Biobank with -80C storage and 24/7 monitoring, supporting diagnostics, therapeutics, and personalised medicine research.

Role Overview

We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Collection Nurse to join our clinical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for collecting biological samples from patients and donors across various programmes, including our cord blood donation initiative and research tissue banking services. This role is essential in supporting our mission to advance medical research whilst providing exceptional patient care

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Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties:

Perform venepuncture and other sample collection procedures safely and efficiently Collect cord blood samples in maternity settings following established protocols Obtain biological samples for research purposes in accordance with ethical guidelines Ensure proper sample handling, labelling, and storage procedures Maintain accurate documentation and patient records Conduct pre-collection health assessments and obtain informed consent

Patient Care:

Provide compassionate care and support to patients and donors Explain collection procedures clearly and address patient concerns Ensure patient comfort and dignity throughout the collection process Recognise and respond appropriately to adverse reactions Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality

Quality Assurance:

Adhere to all clinical governance and quality standards Follow infection control and health and safety protocols Participate in quality audits and continuous improvement initiatives Maintain competency through ongoing training and development Report incidents and near misses appropriately

Administrative:

Complete accurate documentation and data entry Liaise with clinical teams, laboratories, and research coordinators Participate in team meetings and training sessions Support community engagement and education initiatives

Essential RequirementsQualifications:

Registered Nurse (RN) with current NMC registration or Health Care Support Worker Post-registration experience in clinical practice Venepuncture certification and competency (Training given) Valid DBS clearance

Experience:

Experience in sample collection or laboratory liaison preferred Maternity or women's health experience advantageous

Skills and Attributes:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work independently and as part of a team Compassionate and patient-centred approach Flexibility to work across different clinical settings Commitment to continuous professional development

Desirable Requirements

Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Additional qualifications in women's health or research Experience working with diverse communities Multilingual capabilities

Working Conditions

Flexible working arrangements available Travel required to various collection sites across Liverpool City Region, Chester and Manchester Weekend and evening work Exposure to biological materials requiring adherence to safety protocols

Benefits

Competitive salary Professional development opportunities Pension scheme
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm, Freelance, Zero hours contract, Graduate

Pay: 33,953.96-52,435.18 per year

Expected hours: 1 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Enhanced paternity leave Free parking On-site parking Sick pay Transport links
Schedule:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday Night shift Weekend availability
Experience:

Nursing: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

NMC (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chester CH2 1UL