Job summary Research and Development (R&D) is looking for a committed research nurse to join their friendly team based at Solihull Hospital, part of University Hospitals NHS Foundation trust. You are sure to receive a warm welcome into our team. You will be part of the core R&D team delivering studies across multiple speciality areas. Our research portfolio has an exciting range of commercial and academic clinical trials, including observational and interventional studies. Your role will be to provide research nurse support to the Research and Development Directorate. This will involve the day-to-day responsibility and co-ordination of specific research projects. The role includes clinical care of patients participating in studies, as well as sample and data collection and screening. Main duties of the job We are committed to giving patients the option to take part in and experience the benefits of clinical research as part of their routine care. So If you are enthusiastic, have a positive and flexible approach to your practice and are passionate about improving healthcare, please consider applying. If you would like to know further information about the role please contact Sam Stafford via email sam.stafforduhb.nhs.uk or call 0121 4244061. 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 30 December 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 304-9002824DO Job locations Solihull Hospital Lode Ln Solihull West Midlands B91 2JL 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 level 1 Adult Nurse on the NMC register Relevant degree or equivalent in nursing Desirable Health care management / leadership qualification. 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. Desirable Evidence of Research knowledge Experience of clinical trials/ studies/ research coordination 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 of day /night duty and unsocial hours according to service need Desirable Demonstrate an ability, experience, passion in the following: Leadership Team Building Managing resources Time management Role modelling Change management / clinical developments Clinical governance Audit and research Workforce planning / management NHS policy and political awareness TBC at appointment Willingness to work core shift patterns for the area Monday to Friday with occasional out of hours /weekend working OR Undertake a range of shift patterns to cover 24/7 period when working as part of a peer group with occasions of out of hours / weekend working Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered level 1 Adult Nurse on the NMC register Relevant degree or equivalent in nursing Desirable Health care management / leadership qualification. 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. Desirable Evidence of Research knowledge Experience of clinical trials/ studies/ research coordination 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 of day /night duty and unsocial hours according to service need Desirable Demonstrate an ability, experience, passion in the following: Leadership Team Building Managing resources Time management Role modelling Change management / clinical developments Clinical governance Audit and research Workforce planning / management NHS policy and political awareness TBC at appointment Willingness to work core shift patterns for the area Monday to Friday with occasional out of hours /weekend working OR Undertake a range of shift patterns to cover 24/7 period when working as part of a peer group with occasions of out of hours / weekend working 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 Solihull Hospital Lode Ln Solihull West Midlands B91 2JL Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)