University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Research Nurse
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Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Clinical research is a rewarding and patient-centred career. Our clinical research plays a key role in advancing clinical practice and shaping future treatment standards both locally and nationally. We are committed to ensuring equitable access to research by embedding studies within routine clinical pathways, enabling eligible patients to participate and benefit from novel therapies while enhancing their overall care experience.
The Clinical Research Facility adult nursing team is a dynamic and supportive group within the wider UHS Research & Development workforce. We work collaboratively with clinicians, allied health professionals, and external partners to deliver high-quality research across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. We can provide a rich and supportive environment for professional development, learning, and gaining cross-speciality experience in clinical research.
We have an exciting opportunity in our Clinical Research Facility (CRF) based at Southampton General Hospital, for a NMC registered nurse to join our adult research nursing team as a full-time Band 5 research nurse. As part of the team you will work with clinical and non-clinical teams to support the delivery of clinical research in the CRF and in the clinical areas.
Working for our organisation
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS, we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
What you will do as a research nurse within the adult nursing team:
- Support the delivery of a range of research studies from set up to close out.
- Recruit, consent and follow up patients/participants in clinical trials.
- Administer research medications, assist with invasive research procedures, undertake clinical assessments, collect and input high quality research data.
- Work across a variety of settings including wards, clinics and community environments although your base will be the clinical research facility.
- Collaborate with other research teams to deliver research studies.
- Be involved in quality initiatives including audits and projects.
- Deliver support as practice supervisors/practice assessors for students from different healthcare professions.
Requirements
The successful candidate must be a NMC registered nurse with experience in a relevant clinical speciality. Additionally, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential combined with knowledge and experience in IT skills, report writing, team work, time management, and the ability to demonstrate use of organisation, initiative and prioritisation. You must also be flexible and able to work different shift patterns when needed.
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We are seeking registered nurses who are enthusiastic and self-motivated and aspire to further their career in clinical research.
Previous research experience is not essential, as full training will be provided through our dedicated research education programme. You will receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing support within a welcoming and experienced team.
As part of the team you will contribute to the delivery of a varied portfolio of studies in early phase and human challenge research in areas such as neurodegenerative diseases, nutrition, respiratory disease, vaccines, allergy and infection.
If you are interested in research and want to find out more or unsure if it is right for you, we encourage you to get in touch for an informal discussion.
For Further Details Contact
Liliana Lopes, Senior Research Sister - liliana.lopesaraujo@uhs.nhs.uk
or Caroline Grabau- Senior Research Sister - caroline.grabau@uhs.nhs.uk
Person specification
Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
Essential criteria
- Registered Nurse / Statutory Registered Allied Health Professional on relevant part of the register NMC / HCPC
- Evidence of on-going professional development
- Post registration experience in a relevant clinical speciality
- Recent NHS experience or equivalent
- Understanding of personal accountability
- Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice
Desirable criteria
- International Conference on Harmonisation/Good Clinical Practice (ICH/GCP) Certification
- Venesection and cannulation
- Clinical Research experience
- Ward/department management experience
- Knowledge of UK Policy Framework for Health & Social Care, ICH/GCP
- Experience as an NMC sign-off mentor or clinical practice assessor
Skills
Essential criteria
- Attention to detail
- Collaborative approach
- Communication
- Emotional intelligence
- General IT skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Microsoft Office skills
- Prioritisation
- Report writing
- Research skills
- Taking the initiative
- Teamwork
- Time management
Trust Values
Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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