This is an exciting opportunity for a neonatal nurse to join the dedicated neonatal research service at Leicester, in order to gain insight and experience in all aspects of study trial and delivery.

The post is for 15 hours a week, split over 2 days and will ideally be suited for an experienced neonatal nurse looking to further develop their career.

Previous involvement in research is desirable, but not essential, however you must have, or be working towards, a neonatal clinical qualification and be able to provide evidence of continuing professional development, beyond mandatory training.

A secondment or clinical job share may be considered with agreement from your line manager. The post is funded for 2 years.

Main duties of the job

• Delivery of high quality research
• Use clinical expertise to provideprofessional support and education to the multi-professional team (research specific training will be given)
• Act as advocate to patients and carers within the neonatal research service
• Ensure the highest standard of care in accordance with NMC Codes of Professional Conduct
• Uphold and maintain Good Clinical Practice at all times
• Be adaptable and able to work autonomously
• Liaise with all levels of staff and demonstrate excellent communication and organisation skills, with attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously paramount
• You must be computer literate and able to navigate around multiple, complex databases with ease and in accordance with GDPR
• Cross-site working and occasional weekend work will be required

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work alongside Principle Investigators and the research team to assist in the delivery of a high quality research service of clinical expertise, professional advice, support, guidance and education to the multi-professional team, patients and carers within the research service
• Develop a sound understanding of research design methodology and have awareness of current national systems and structures for the approval, management and monitoring of clinical research in the NHS
• Evaluate patient eligibility and recruit to neonatal trials with suitable training and in accordance with GCP guidelines
• The post-holder will ensure the highest standard of care is delivered to research subjects and their families, in partnership with the multi disciplinary team
• The ability to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate care is essential, as is the ability to manage own workload, problem solve and use initiative
• The post holder must have excellent IT and database skills
• Competent to check and administer IV, SC and oral medication and understand the importance of blinding in studies involving IMP's
• The appointee will also be required to process biological samples
• They should be adaptable, flexible and show initiative. In addition they need to show good communication skills, be able to liaise with all levels of staff, demonstrate good organisation skills and attention to detail, have good time management skills and be flexible as the working hours may not be fixed and will include cross-site and occasional weekend work

Person Specification

Clinical Skills and Professional Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified in Specialty / Working towards QIS
• Minimum 2 years experience
• Can check and administer Oral, SC, IM and IV medications

Desirable

• Current NLS qualification

Research Experience

Essential

• Evidence of On-going professional development

Desirable

• Current Good Clinical Practice certification
• Participation in neonatal research
• Has specialist research experience or a willingness to undertake
• Has knowledge and understanding of trial management and regulatory requirements

Communication and Organisational Skills

Essential

• Excellent IT and Database skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to assess, plan implement and evaluate care and work autonomously
• Able to provide training and education to all members of the multidisciplinary team

Other Essential Criteria

Essential

• At all times treats the individual with dignity and respect
• Acts as a patient / parent advocate and puts the needs and rights of the family above all
• Highly motivated with a desire to learn and develop
• Willingness to work flexibly

Upholds Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Address

Neonatal Unit, Leicester Royal Infirmary

Infirmary Square

Leicester

LE1 5WW

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358-6622072-COR