Research Nurse (B5/B6 Developmental Role)

NHS; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in the UK seeks a Research Nurse to support mental health and dementia clinical trials. The role involves participant assessment, data collection, and administration of medications. Ideal candidates will be NMC registered with experience in medication administration and a background in nursing. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential as the role includes supervising junior staff and conducting community visits. Opportunities for professional development are available.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Leadership training

Qualifications

• 2 years post‑qualification nursing experience.
• Post‑qualification NHS experience of at least 1 year.
• Competent and signed off in medication administration.
• Competent and trained in phlebotomy and cannulation.
• Holds a valid full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality clinical and research care to participants.
• Collect and process biological samples.
• Monitor participants' health and administer investigational medications.
• Conduct study visits in clinical and community settings.
• Support delivery of clinical trials by identifying and enrolling eligible participants.

Skills

NMC Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN)

Clinical skills in phlebotomy

Medication administration (oral, SC, IM, IV)

Strong interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Ability to work independently

Job description

Job Summary

The Research Nurse will support mental health and dementia clinical trials at Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.

Key duties include participant assessment and monitoring, recruitment, liaising with study partners, and collecting biological samples and data in line with protocols. Clinical skills in phlebotomy, cannulation, and medication administration (oral, SC, IM, IV) are essential.

Professional development and leadership training opportunities are available. Based at Two Bridges in Chertsey, the role involves community visits and Trust-wide meetings.

As a Band 6, the postholder is expected to supervise junior staff, lead on study setup, coordinate commercial trials, support audits, and represent the team at internal and external meetings.

Responsibilities

This role involves delivering high‑quality clinical and research care to participants involved in clinical trials. Responsibilities include collecting and processing biological samples, monitoring participants' health, administering investigational medications through various routes, and conducting study visits in clinical and community settings.

The role will support delivery of our clinical trials by identifying, screening, and enrolling eligible participants while ensuring adherence to protocol, accurate data recording, and prompt reporting of adverse events in line with ICH‑GCP and UK clinical trial regulations.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Effective communication with patients, carers, healthcare professionals, and external partners is essential, alongside active contribution to trial set‑up and management. Ongoing professional development, staff supervision, and participant education are also key components, ensuring the delivery of safe, ethical, and effective research practice.

Person Specification

Nursing Experience – Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN)
• 2 years post‑qualification nursing experience
• Post‑qualification NHS experience of at least 1 year
• Competent and signed off in medication administration (Oral, Subcutaneous, Intramuscular and Intravenous)
• Competent and trained in phlebotomy and cannulation
• Competent and trained in performing and recording ECGs

Experience working with mental health and dementia patients – Desirable

• Experience working with mental health and dementia patients

Driving – Essential

• Holds a valid full UK driving licence

Access to own vehicle – Desirable

• Access to own vehicle for work purposes

Research Experience – Desirable

• Experience working in a clinical trial as a Research Nurse
• ICH‑GCP training certificate or prepared to work towards achieving this

Additional Information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer Details

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Research & Development Unit, Two Bridges, Guildford St., Chertsey, KT16 9AU