Stroke Research Sister / Charge Nurse

NHS; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits to join a multidisciplinary team as a Stroke Research Sister / Charge Nurse. This role focuses on enhancing recruitment into stroke research studies, ensuring compliance with clinical guidelines, and providing essential patient support. The position offers a chance to make a significant impact within the NHS while being part of a compassionate and dedicated team. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to inclusivity, this is a perfect role for those looking to advance their career in clinical research within a leading acute trust.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Health and Wellbeing Support

Learning Opportunities

NHS Car Lease Schemes

Discounts on Various Services

Qualifications

• Compassionate and accountable individual with nursing qualifications.
• Experience in coordinating clinical research studies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate stroke clinical research studies.
• Recruit patients and provide support during studies.

Skills

Patient Recruitment

Data Collection

Clinical Research Coordination

Compliance with Regulations

Education

Nursing Qualification

Clinical Research Certification

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Research and Innovation Team and Stroke Team as a Stroke Research Sister / Charge Nurse.

This position will be based in the Stroke department to facilitate early identification of patients for research studies.

You will be a compassionate, accountable individual who treats colleagues, patients, and service users with respect, aiming to deliver excellence in your role.

Main duties of the job

This role involves working within a multidisciplinary research team to manage and coordinate stroke clinical research studies. The goal is to increase recruitment into stroke research studies, supporting the strategic development of Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Your responsibilities include recruiting patients into stroke clinical studies, providing support and education during the studies, and accurately collecting and documenting data.

You will also coordinate the setup of new studies with the R&I department, including those adopted onto the NIHR portfolio and commercially sponsored studies. Ensuring compliance with regulations such as ICH Good Clinical Practice Guidelines will be a key aspect of your role.

About us

DBTH is one of Yorkshire's leading acute trusts, serving over 440,000 people across three main hospital sites and additional services, employing over 7,000 staff.

We adhere to a comprehensive framework of behaviors known as the DBTH Way, emphasizing our values of We Care and embodying these in our daily interactions.

We support flexible working arrangements and encourage applications from all community sectors, especially underrepresented groups including those with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and LGBTQ+ communities. Our benefits include extensive learning opportunities, NHS Pension Scheme, generous holiday entitlement, health and wellbeing support, NHS Car Lease schemes, and discounts on various services.

Additional details

• Date posted: 02 May 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 6
• Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 per year (Pro Rata Per Annum)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Reference number: 272-7121612
• Job location: Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Armthorpe Road, Doncaster, DN2 5LT

Job description

Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details. Ensure you read both documents carefully.

If successful, you will need to present original certificates of qualifications listed in the person specification under essential criteria.

Certificate of sponsorship

Applications from individuals requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside other applicants. For eligibility details, visit UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Note that from April 9th, 2025, roles at band 2 & 3 are no longer eligible for sponsorship.