Job summary We are looking for a highly motivated Nurse to join our small and friendly renal research team at based at Heartlands Hospital. The renal team is part of the wider R&D team offering exciting opportunities and excellent patient care through research. The post holder may be required to travel to satellite dialysis units but will be based in the MIDRU building. Ideally the successful candidate will have at least 2 years experience working in either a renal or a research setting and will demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to research. The team currently has 2 nurses, a clinical trial co-ordinator and a data manager but we looking to grow and develop the renal research portfolio in collaboration with colleagues cross sites. Main duties of the job The post holder will take the lead on the day-to-day management of renal treatment and prevention trials. You will work closely with the renal Principal Investigators and Sub investigators for haemodialysis, CAPD, hypertension and other renal trials. You will work collaboratively as part of the clinical trials team and the wider multi-disciplinary team in the management of your own caseload of clinical trial patients. As a Research Worker you will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways for renal patients and carers participating in clinical trials. This will involve taking patient consent for non-interventional studies, the recruitment of, education and monitoring of trial patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data. Where appropriate to carry out or assist with clinical procedures to include taking vital signs, ECG procedures, phlebotomy and the collection and management of tissue or blood samples. The post holder will act as a role model for junior team members in the delivery of a consistent high standard of research nursing practice. He / she will deputise for the Senior Sister Research Nurse and will support the leadership and management of the department with particular emphasis on quality and clinical standards. About us We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted 27 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 304-9001069 Job locations Heartlands Hospital Bordesley Green E Birmingham West Midlands B9 5SS Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered nurse on the NMC register Experience Essential Professional portfolio which demonstrates continuing professional development, evidence of ability to maintain professional registration Substantial post registration experience working in a complex health care setting / Acute NHS care setting supervising / mentoring junior staff Evidence of professional /clinical knowledge in area supplemented by specialist clinical and or managerial training and CPD Relevant and recent clinical experience within the speciality /acute care setting, including the supervision /education of junior staff Experience of mentoring undergraduate students Evidence of ability to lead /coordinate a shift /area of department Experience in learning from incidents /complaints and supporting changes in practice. Additional Criteria Essential Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory acquired through CPD Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentoring learners Competence in expanded clinical practice associated with the role Excellent Communication skills, written & verbal. Ability to work under pressure across competing demands Ability to articulate the principles of safeguarding and mental capacity Positive and enthusiastic attitude Approachable and friendly Supportive / Flexible Well organised Good communicator Sound clinical reasoning and decision making Ability to perform in complex and challenging situations Ability to inspire and lead a team Ability to work flexible shift pattern, where required to include rotation to day /night duty and unsocial hours according to service need Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered nurse on the NMC register Experience Essential Professional portfolio which demonstrates continuing professional development, evidence of ability to maintain professional registration Substantial post registration experience working in a complex health care setting / Acute NHS care setting supervising / mentoring junior staff Evidence of professional /clinical knowledge in area supplemented by specialist clinical and or managerial training and CPD Relevant and recent clinical experience within the speciality /acute care setting, including the supervision /education of junior staff Experience of mentoring undergraduate students Evidence of ability to lead /coordinate a shift /area of department Experience in learning from incidents /complaints and supporting changes in practice. Additional Criteria Essential Demonstrates specialist expertise underpinned by theory acquired through CPD Evidence of involvement and leadership in teaching and mentoring learners Competence in expanded clinical practice associated with the role Excellent Communication skills, written & verbal. Ability to work under pressure across competing demands Ability to articulate the principles of safeguarding and mental capacity Positive and enthusiastic attitude Approachable and friendly Supportive / Flexible Well organised Good communicator Sound clinical reasoning and decision making Ability to perform in complex and challenging situations Ability to inspire and lead a team Ability to work flexible shift pattern, where required to include rotation to day /night duty and unsocial hours according to service need Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Heartlands Hospital Bordesley Green E Birmingham West Midlands B9 5SS Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)