Job summary
Adult
Critical Care comprises of 60+ beds supporting Level 2 & 3 patients,
covering specialities across Leeds General Infirmary & St James
University Hospital. This role will be working in a small team delivering
research on both sites. The candidate will have the opportunity to apply
their knowledge and clinical skills to support the safe delivery of trials
within Adult Critical Care. This role will require flexibility and this posts
will contribute to a seven day service that may fall out of core working hours
which includes bank holidays. The
requisition of the post requires self motivation, autonomy and the ability to
work alone using clinical judgement which aligns with Good Clinical Practice.
Research experience is not essential as training and support will be
provided.
Expected Shortlisting
Date
29/10/2025
Planned Interview
Date
05/11/2025
Main duties of the job
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and delivery
of the research portfolio, under the leadership of the Senior Research
Nurse/Midwife/AHP. ACC research portfolio, which covers a 24/7 service
delivery. Working with the immediate and broader MDT, being responsible for
ensuring high standards of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and patient
satisfaction is to a very high standard, compliant with Trust policy, study
protocol requirements, local and national guidance and legislation.
The
post holder will act as a role model developing the research team and ensuring
effective management of the department in the absence of the Senior Research
Nurse/Midwife.
About us
Research
is at the heart of our Trust. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is involved in research
at all levels, developing and trialling new treatments for patients. We believe
that being involved in cutting-edge research helps us provide better care to
our patients.
Over
the next 5 years, we aim to be the best Trust to deliver high-quality clinical
research and to champion research amongst our staff. We also aim to support and
grow our world-class clinical infrastructure and assets for research and
innovation. We have a very proactive Research Academy. It offers an extensive
programme of education and training tailored to meet the needs of individuals,
teams involved in clinical research delivery in Health and Social Care.
Our
five Trust values are part of what make us different. They have been developed
by our staff. They are:
-
Patient-centred
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Collaborative
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Fair
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Accountable
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Empowered
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and
delivery of the Adult Critical Care Research Portfolio, under the leadership
of the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. Working effectively with the
immediate and broader multidisciplinary team (MDT), being responsible for
ensuring that high standards of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and
patient satisfaction is to a very high standard, compliant with Trust policy,
study protocol requirements, local and national guidance and legislation.
The
post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principle
Investigators and associated multidisciplinary colleagues in the planning,
scheduling, conduct, recruitment, patient care, support and data collection
required for all studies within the department. They will be responsible for
developing their own clinical practice, maintaining competencies (related to
the research portfolio) and where appropriate taking delegated responsibility
for the clinical elements of studies in line with Trust policies and study
protocols.
Working
effectively and proactively with agreed external agencies and collaborative
partners, the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes
to derive accurate and robust data capture, and ensure pharmacovigilance is
maintained.
The
post holder will be involved in ensuring that research undertaken within the
department safeguards the wellbeing of patients and is conducted within the
confines of ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research, EU directive,
UK Governance Framework and other relevant UK legislation pertaining to the
conduct and delivery of research.
The
post holder will act as a role model developing the research team and
ensuring effective management of the department in the absence of the Senior
Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP.
During
exceptional times of need, you will contribute to clinical service, as agreed
with the Matron for the CSU and in line with the Trusts escalation policy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will contribute actively to the conduct, coordination and
delivery of the Adult Critical Care Research Portfolio, under the leadership
of the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP. Working effectively with the
immediate and broader multidisciplinary team (MDT), being responsible for
ensuring that high standards of clinical care planning, delivery, safety and
patient satisfaction is to a very high standard, compliant with Trust policy,
study protocol requirements, local and national guidance and legislation.
The
post holder will support the Senior Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP, Principle
Investigators and associated multidisciplinary colleagues in the planning,
scheduling, conduct, recruitment, patient care, support and data collection
required for all studies within the department. They will be responsible for
developing their own clinical practice, maintaining competencies (related to
the research portfolio) and where appropriate taking delegated responsibility
for the clinical elements of studies in line with Trust policies and study
protocols.
Working
effectively and proactively with agreed external agencies and collaborative
partners, the individual will adhere to agreed study pathways and processes
to derive accurate and robust data capture, and ensure pharmacovigilance is
maintained.
The
post holder will be involved in ensuring that research undertaken within the
department safeguards the wellbeing of patients and is conducted within the
confines of ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines for Research, EU directive,
UK Governance Framework and other relevant UK legislation pertaining to the
conduct and delivery of research.
The
post holder will act as a role model developing the research team and
ensuring effective management of the department in the absence of the Senior
Research Nurse/Midwife/AHP.
During
exceptional times of need, you will contribute to clinical service, as agreed
with the Matron for the CSU and in line with the Trusts escalation policy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1) (RN Adult for adult areas)
- Post registration qualification in specialty
- Recent Professional Development
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Research qualification (e.g. certificate/MSc in clinical research)
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Experience of computer databases and administration
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Autonomy Independence & Capable of lateral thinking
Desirable
- Implementation of good clinical practice
- Clinical Research
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post
Other requirements
Essential
- Candidates are requested to present a short PowerPoint presentation on the topic
- Title: Understanding the Difference Between Evidence-Based Practice and Research in Intensive Care
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of computer databases and administration
Desirable
- Relevant Clinical Experience
- Research Experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Level 1) (RN Adult for adult areas)
- Post registration qualification in specialty
- Recent Professional Development
Desirable
- Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
- Research qualification (e.g. certificate/MSc in clinical research)
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Experience of computer databases and administration
- Time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Autonomy Independence & Capable of lateral thinking
Desirable
- Implementation of good clinical practice
- Clinical Research
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for post
Other requirements
Essential
- Candidates are requested to present a short PowerPoint presentation on the topic
- Title: Understanding the Difference Between Evidence-Based Practice and Research in Intensive Care
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Experience of computer databases and administration
Desirable
- Relevant Clinical Experience
- Research 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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
