Charge Nurse -Research

Charge Nurse - Research

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency Recruitment

Job Overview

• Position: Sister / Charge Nurse - Research (Respiratory Research Team / MIDRU)

• Band: Band 6 (£39,959 - £48,117 per year)

• Location: Heartlands Hospital, Bordesley Green E, Birmingham, West Midlands, B9 5SS (University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust)

• Contract Type: Permanent

• Working Pattern: Full-Time, Flexible Working (May require variation in working hours in accordance with service needs)

• Closing Date: 31st July 2026

• Reference Number: 15418

About the Role

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is partnering with University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) NHS Foundation Trust to recruit enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Research Nurses to join the respiratory research team based in MIDRU at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital.

In this role, you will work across a variety of research specialties and clinical trials—including projects involving unlicensed Clinical Trial Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPs). You will play a vital leadership part in the day-to-day coordination of respiratory research studies, trial setup, and participant recruitment, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Previous research experience is desirable but not essential for applicants with a strong acute clinical background.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Study Coordination: Lead the day-to-day coordination of respiratory research studies, supporting trial set-up and recruiting participants with strict attention to detail.

• Clinical & Patient Care: Ensure care aligns with professional values of compassion, safety, and respect, protecting patients from harm and maintaining clean, safe clinical environments.

• Medicines Management: Maintain accountability for the safe administration and custody of medicines, controlled drugs, intravenous medications, and blood products where required.

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work flexibly across teams within the Trust to deliver high-quality research and evidence-based patient outcomes.

• Governance & Leadership: Support a culture of continuous quality improvement, manage clinical risks, handle incident learning, and help supervise and mentor junior staff and students.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• Registered Level 1 Adult Nurse on the NMC register.

• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in nursing.

Experience (Essential)

• Substantial post-registration experience working in a complex healthcare setting or acute NHS care environment.

• Professional portfolio demonstrating Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and maintenance of active professional registration.

• Recent clinical experience in an acute care setting, including experience supervising, mentoring, or educating junior staff and undergraduate students.

• Proven ability to lead or coordinate a shift or departmental area.

Benefits & Additional Information

• Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 per annum (Agenda for Change Pay Scheme).

• Inclusion: UHB is committed to an inclusive, values-driven workplace and offers reasonable adjustments for staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions.

• Checks: This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, overseas criminal record checks (where applicable), and current UK professional registration. Skilled Worker sponsorship is welcomed.