Job summary
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.
Please note that this vacancy is open exclusively to internal candidates currently employed by University Hospital Southampton.
Main duties of the job
Are you a passionate registered Paediatric Nurse looking to take your career in a new and rewarding direction? Would you like to play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare while working closely with children and their families?
Our Paediatric Research Team at University Hospital Southampton is expanding, and we are looking for enthusiastic nurses to join us!
About us
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, recognizing 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The paediatric research nursing team work across all specialities within The Children's Hospital and out in the community.
You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of studies with regular contact with patients and healthy volunteers that will make a real difference to future patient care. The well-being and safety of our research patients/ participants is at the heart of all we do as is our confidence that the data we provide is accurate and reproducible.
If you're a compassionate and motivated paediatric nurse eager to explore research and broaden your skills, we'd love to hear from you!Post holders will need a valid UK driving license and must be willing to travel to various locations in and around Hampshire and Dorset.
Hours: There is no set shift rotation but the majority of the time you will work Monday to Friday 8-4 pm; however we expect that you will also work a variety of flexible hours including long days, nights, and weekends on an ad-hoc basis as per your research study requirements.
The role of the Paediatric Research Nurse is to:
Provide specialist research and clinical care to research participants.Assist in the management, coordination and implementation of research programmes in accordance with the International Conference on Harmonisation/ Good Clinical Practice (ICH/GCP) and the UK Policy Framework in Health and Social Care.Provide clinical supervision to other staff and students.Assume day-to-day responsibility for specific research studies as delegated by the Research Sister/Charge Nurse/ Team Leader.Develop and implement research study plans for delegated studies in liaison with the Pediatric Senior research team.Facilitate effective communication of complex research study information with all relevant research personnel, including: medical, nursing, AHP, administrative, pharmacy staff and research participants (where appropriate).Participate in the checking and administration of prescribed drugs (including controlled drugs / study drugs) and other substances in accordance with UHS policy and research protocols, having demonstrated relevant knowledge and competence in accordance with professional role and delegated duties.Promote effective teamwork and support management of change within UHS.The CRF has adult and paediatric ward beds plus consulting rooms, a physiology lab, a temperature-humidity controlled room and a bronchoscopy suite. The majority of research patients come from the Wessex region however the CRF is a national dosing centre for advanced therapy medication so patients come from all over the country for this treatment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The paediatric research nursing team work across all specialities within The Children's Hospital and out in the community.
You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of studies with regular contact with patients and healthy volunteers that will make a real difference to future patient care. The well-being and safety of our research patients/ participants is at the heart of all we do as is our confidence that the data we provide is accurate and reproducible.
If you're a compassionate and motivated paediatric nurse eager to explore research and broaden your skills, we'd love to hear from you!Post holders will need a valid UK driving license and must be willing to travel to various locations in and around Hampshire and Dorset.
Hours: There is no set shift rotation but the majority of the time you will work Monday to Friday 8-4 pm; however we expect that you will also work a variety of flexible hours including long days, nights, and weekends on an ad-hoc basis as per your research study requirements.
The role of the Paediatric Research Nurse is to:
Provide specialist research and clinical care to research participants.Assist in the management, coordination and implementation of research programmes in accordance with the International Conference on Harmonisation/ Good Clinical Practice (ICH/GCP) and the UK Policy Framework in Health and Social Care.Provide clinical supervision to other staff and students.Assume day-to-day responsibility for specific research studies as delegated by the Research Sister/Charge Nurse/ Team Leader.Develop and implement research study plans for delegated studies in liaison with the Pediatric Senior research team.Facilitate effective communication of complex research study information with all relevant research personnel, including: medical, nursing, AHP, administrative, pharmacy staff and research participants (where appropriate).Participate in the checking and administration of prescribed drugs (including controlled drugs / study drugs) and other substances in accordance with UHS policy and research protocols, having demonstrated relevant knowledge and competence in accordance with professional role and delegated duties.Promote effective teamwork and support management of change within UHS.The CRF has adult and paediatric ward beds plus consulting rooms, a physiology lab, a temperature-humidity controlled room and a bronchoscopy suite. The majority of research patients come from the Wessex region however the CRF is a national dosing centre for advanced therapy medication so patients come from all over the country for this treatment.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- 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
- Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice
Desirable
- International Conference on Harmonisation/Good Clinical Practice (ICH/GCP) Certification
- 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
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- 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
- Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice
Desirable
- International Conference on Harmonisation/Good Clinical Practice (ICH/GCP) Certification
- 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
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.
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.
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).
