Job summary
The Chief Nurse Fellows Programme is ready to welcome Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals in February 2024.This University Hospitals Sussex programme aims to engage participants across NHS Sussex in research, education and quality improvement activities to help shape practice and make a positive difference to patient care.
Would you like a chance to develop research skills and knowledge that help to shape your practice and make a difference to patient care?
Do you have a burning question about: patient care; leadership; professional development; inclusion and belonging or recognition and wellbeing that links to local and national strategies? Would you like the opportunity to do this with funded support?
If you are a Registered Nurse, Midwife or other Allied Health Professional, including healthcare scientist, pharmacist psychologist, operating department practitioner or other, the Chief Nurse Fellows Programme has been developed for you.
Please note that if you currently work for a Trust external to UHSussex (You must still be working in the NHS Sussex area) and are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity: you must obtain agreement and authorisation from your current Trust before applying. Secondments can't be agreed without this approval.
Places on the Chief Nurse Fellows Programme are open to nurses, midwives and AHP's working in NHS Sussex in Band 5 up to 8a posts.
Main duties of the job
Essential Requirements Before Applying
Up to date with statutory and mandatory training
Have full support from your department matron or clinical manager to undertake the programme
Evidence of study within the last 5 years
A commitment to attend and participate in all the formal course content sessions - full course dates are available on the UHSussex Iris page for Chief Nurse Fellows
What will I do on the CNF Programme?
You will be supported to:
Identify an individual, research and quality improvement focused personal development plan
Develop, design, implement and evaluate a research based quality improvement project
Provide two formal presentations of project work
Undertake a written article for publication
Attend regular inter-professional Action Learning Sets
Develop leadership, quality improvement and change management skills
Develop research experience and knowledge in an area of practice relevant to your clinical work
Learn more about the NHS research landscape and opportunities for developing a career in research and utilising research in everyday practice
Develop confidence in academic and research skills
About us
At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives: We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put our Patient First. Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role at UHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
Build a career with us: As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
At UHSussex, research and innovation are firmly embedded within our Patient First Programme as high quality clinical research and innovation improve clinical outcomes for patients and enable everyone to be passionate about delivering excellent care every time.
This post has been introduced to support and nurture a research career to Masters Level and beyond whilst maintaining close links to clinical practice and collaborative working with colleagues in education and wider healthcare organisations. The Chief Nurse Fellows will support innovative improvements in care in Patient First themes: sustainability, the patient, our people, systems and partners, quality, research and innovation.
At the end of the Chief Nurse Fellows Programme, the post holder will not only have worked on a quality improvement project to enhance patient care but will also influence practice in a positive way whilst improving their own continuing professional development in a research role that will enable further development of a research career and clinical work that is embedded in evidence based practice.
Successful candidates will be funded to join the Chief Nurse Fellows Programme for 7.5 hours per week over 12 months.
Salary backfill will be provided at your current AfC basic rate to the clinical area and is available for staff within eligible professional groups up to AfC maximum Band 8a.
Between two and three places will be available per Clinical Division.
Over a twelve month period, participants will be funded to join the programme for7.5 hours per week and supported to develop an individually tailored portfolio of skills that will enable them to embed research in everyday practice, shape and improve clinical care. In addition, participants will develop confidence in their own academic and research skills to enhance their career.
How Does it Work?
University Hospitals Sussex is working in partnership with Health Education England to provide a pioneering opportunity for you to engage with research, education and improvement on our Chief Nurse Fellows Programme for 2023-2024.
In collaboration with colleagues across NHS Sussex , the programme will support you to develop an individually tailored portfolio of skills that will enable you to embed research in everyday practice, shape and improve clinical care whilst also recognising the value of clinically focused education and research on your own career development.
Who is this for?
All Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals* who have worked a minimum of one year at University Hospitals Sussex or an NHS organisation within NHS Sussex and have a minimum of one years post registration experience, working in a substantive post with a degree or Masters level qualification and an interest in improving care using research in their clinical area.
Essential Requirements Before Applying
Be up to date with statutory and mandatory training
Have full support from your department matron or clinical manager to undertake the programme
Evidence of study within the last 5 years
A commitment to attend and participate in all the formal course content sessions full course dates are available on the UHSussex Iris page for Chief Nurse Fellows
How Do I Apply?
Applications should be made by 25 September 2023
Interviews will be held 9 October 2023
Course will commence 8 February 2024, completes 30 January 2025
Complete Line Managers Authorisation document and send to claire.blyghton@nhs.net at time of application submission
It is highly recommended that you discuss your proposed project with a member of the Programme Team, please contact Programme Lead for Chief Nurse Fellows Programme, Louise Goodall: louise.goodall2@nhs.net or Chief Nurse Fellows Programme Academic Lead, Dr Cate Bell: cate.bell@nhs.net
*Eligible professions include all those with registration with NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council), Health and Care Professions Council, the PSA accredited academy for Healthcare Science Register, General Chiropractic Council, Faculty of Public Health (non-medical), General Optical Council, General Osteopathic Council, General Pharmaceutical Council, General Dental Council.
Job description
Job responsibilities
At UHSussex, research and innovation are firmly embedded within our Patient First Programme as high quality clinical research and innovation improve clinical outcomes for patients and enable everyone to be passionate about delivering excellent care every time.
This post has been introduced to support and nurture a research career to Masters Level and beyond whilst maintaining close links to clinical practice and collaborative working with colleagues in education and wider healthcare organisations. The Chief Nurse Fellows will support innovative improvements in care in Patient First themes: sustainability, the patient, our people, systems and partners, quality, research and innovation.
At the end of the Chief Nurse Fellows Programme, the post holder will not only have worked on a quality improvement project to enhance patient care but will also influence practice in a positive way whilst improving their own continuing professional development in a research role that will enable further development of a research career and clinical work that is embedded in evidence based practice.
Successful candidates will be funded to join the Chief Nurse Fellows Programme for 7.5 hours per week over 12 months.
Salary backfill will be provided at your current AfC basic rate to the clinical area and is available for staff within eligible professional groups up to AfC maximum Band 8a.
Between two and three places will be available per Clinical Division.
Over a twelve month period, participants will be funded to join the programme for7.5 hours per week and supported to develop an individually tailored portfolio of skills that will enable them to embed research in everyday practice, shape and improve clinical care. In addition, participants will develop confidence in their own academic and research skills to enhance their career.
How Does it Work?
University Hospitals Sussex is working in partnership with Health Education England to provide a pioneering opportunity for you to engage with research, education and improvement on our Chief Nurse Fellows Programme for 2023-2024.
In collaboration with colleagues across NHS Sussex , the programme will support you to develop an individually tailored portfolio of skills that will enable you to embed research in everyday practice, shape and improve clinical care whilst also recognising the value of clinically focused education and research on your own career development.
Who is this for?
All Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals* who have worked a minimum of one year at University Hospitals Sussex or an NHS organisation within NHS Sussex and have a minimum of one years post registration experience, working in a substantive post with a degree or Masters level qualification and an interest in improving care using research in their clinical area.
Essential Requirements Before Applying
Be up to date with statutory and mandatory training
Have full support from your department matron or clinical manager to undertake the programme
Evidence of study within the last 5 years
A commitment to attend and participate in all the formal course content sessions full course dates are available on the UHSussex Iris page for Chief Nurse Fellows
How Do I Apply?
Applications should be made by 25 September 2023
Interviews will be held 9 October 2023
Course will commence 8 February 2024, completes 30 January 2025
Complete Line Managers Authorisation document and send to claire.blyghton@nhs.net at time of application submission
It is highly recommended that you discuss your proposed project with a member of the Programme Team, please contact Programme Lead for Chief Nurse Fellows Programme, Louise Goodall: louise.goodall2@nhs.net or Chief Nurse Fellows Programme Academic Lead, Dr Cate Bell: cate.bell@nhs.net
*Eligible professions include all those with registration with NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council), Health and Care Professions Council, the PSA accredited academy for Healthcare Science Register, General Chiropractic Council, Faculty of Public Health (non-medical), General Optical Council, General Osteopathic Council, General Pharmaceutical Council, General Dental Council.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- A Health Care Professional with current registration
- Employment contract with NHS employer for duration of internship
- Employed in clinical role
- Minimum of 1 years clinical practice post registration
- Normally BSc/BA at 2:1 or above
- Evidence of academic study within last 5 years
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical research requirements, and the clinical study process
- Understanding of Data Protection Act and confidentiality
- Evidence of professional development since qualification
- Evidence current clinical experience
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- A Health Care Professional with current registration
- Employment contract with NHS employer for duration of internship
- Employed in clinical role
- Minimum of 1 years clinical practice post registration
- Normally BSc/BA at 2:1 or above
- Evidence of academic study within last 5 years
Desirable
- Knowledge of clinical research requirements, and the clinical study process
- Understanding of Data Protection Act and confidentiality
- Evidence of professional development since qualification
- Evidence current clinical experience
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).
