Applications are open for an experienced Paediatric Nurse to join our research and paediatric clinical teams

The successful candidate will have experience of working in a paediatric setting, research experience is desirable but not essentialas full research training will be provided. The successful candidate will have responsibility for the development of the paediatric research portfolio, working closely with the multi-disciplinary team in the clinical environment to support and deliver research projects relevant to our local population. You will be required to work autonomously and will also be responsible for identifying new research opportunities, coordinating and managing a number of clinical trials.This unique hybrid posts offers the opportunity to work within the paediatric clinical environment with dedicated time working with the research team to support delivery of paediatric research.

Main duties of the job

In addition to assisting clinicians and other members of the research team, you will support research patients throughout the research process ensuring the well-being and safety of patients at all times. You will perform study related procedures, including participant assessment, informed consent, clinical examinations and reporting adverse events. The post holder will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability and initiative to work independently and manage a patient caseload across a variety of trials & studies. You will be required to prioritise your own workload and be responsible for the management of a caseload of clinical trial patients.

The post holder will also be required to work clinically within the Paedatric setting, having dedicated time for clinical shifts. The post holder will be required to work predominantly from our MMUH site, however travel to other sites may be necessary at times.

About us

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWBT) is an integrated careorganisation with a budget of approximately �600 million and over 7,000 staff. Diversity and social care is at the core of what we do as the Trust provides Community and Acute Services to over half a million people in an urban centre that demands massive regeneration and has substantial premature mortality.

Our new acute hospital, the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), opens this year and will provide care to our local population from first class, purpose-built premises. As a result, the base of this role may change to MMUH . If this is applicable to your role, you will be informed during the recruitment process and continue your application with this understanding. The development of the new hospital will play an important role in the regeneration of the wider area and in improving the lives of local people and reducing health inequalities.

We have three strategic objectives:

Our People - to cultivate and sustain happy, productive and engaged staff

Our Patients - to be good or outstanding in everything we do

Our Population - to work seamlessly with our partners to improve lives

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience in a Paediatric setting

Desirable

• Knowledge of clinical Research

Qualifications

Essential

• RN Children's Nurse Level 1
• Current NMC registration.

Desirable

• Leadership or First line management qualification
• Knowledge of GCP

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of group dynamics and the appropriate management to ensure effective team working.
• Knowledge of specialty

Desirable

• Knowledge of GCP and Research Governance

Management/Supervision

Essential

• Ability to assess student nurses/support workers

Desirable

• Ability to deploy first line management skills specifically regarding undertaking staff appraisal/Personal Development reviews, sickness absence management reviews, staff counselling

Employer details

Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

SWB NHS Trust

Birmingham/West Bromwich

B71 4HJ

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