About this role
Job summary
To assist the CNS Lead Research Facilitator to increase research engagement of Clinical Nurse Specialist's across the Black Country region.
The post holder will assist in the co-ordination of a Black Country Clinical Nurse Specialist Led-Research Model to promote a research culture and increase involvement The post will provide:
clinical and research leadership support
Increase CNS research involvement across organisations
facilitating research support, education/training sessions for Clinical Nurse Specialist's.
Undertake project scoping activities and data collection, identifying key stakeholders, to support project development and improvement initiatives
Assist with developing a framework/toolkit to enable CNS's to become involved in research
Explore different models to evaluate the impact and outputs from the programme
Assist with completing a final detailed report for the funding body and research organisations, on completion of the term of the post
Present the overall findings of the final report
Main duties of the job The post holder will support leadership and strategic development of clinical research activity across the Black Country, providing advice to Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) and acting as a key liaison between clinical teams, Research & Innovation departments, and study investigators. They will contribute to the development of research strategies, service improvement plans, and regional programmes, while representing the Trusts in relevant forums and supporting the coordination of research working groups and staff champion initiatives. The role includes ensuring awareness of research governance requirements, supporting compliance, and acting as an escalation point for research-related issues. The post holder will also identify and promote suitable research opportunities, contribute to senior research meetings, and foster a positive research culture among CNS teams. Responsibilities further include preparing reports for senior management and relevant networks, while upholding organisational values of care, respect, and responsibility. Additional duties may be required in line with the level of responsibility, and the role will be reviewed as service needs evolve.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
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Job description Job responsibilities
Leadership & Strategic Development
Assist to provide advice and support for Clinical Nurse Specialists involvement in research across the Black Country. Act as a key liaison between clinical teams, Research Departments and Principal/Chief Investigators Contribute to the development and implementation of research strategies and service improvement plans. Represent the Black Country Trusts at appropriate local and national research forums. Contribute to regional research programmes e.g. West Midlands Commercial Research Delivery Centre (WMCRDC). Assist to co-ordinate and maintain a Clinical Nurse Specialist Research Working Group set up across the Black Country Trusts Assist with leading staff Research Champion Groups, as required Research Governance & Compliance
Awareness of research governance and liaise with the R&I Governance Team as required
Clinical & Operational Delivery
Act as an escalation point for Clinical Nurse Specialists clinical research-related issues. Contribute to Research departments Senior Team meetings/forums as required. Search for appropriate studies for Clinical Nurse Specialists involvement; liaise with Research & Innovation teams to engage with existing studies. Team Management & Development
Promote a culture of research within the Clinical Nurse Specialists staff group across the Black Country region. Quality Assurance & Reporting
Prepare reports for senior management, Trust committees and Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN). Organisational Values
The post holder will:
Care: You will listen, be respectful and treat others with compassion and kindness.
Respect: You will behave with respect to everyone you meet and encourage an inclusive culture where we respect the contribution everyone makes.
Responsibility: You will take responsibility for yourself and your team.
There may also be a requirement to undertake other similar duties as part of this post to provide a quality service. These will be consistent with the level of responsibilities outlined above.
This job description may be reviewed from time to time considering developments and may be amended in consultation with the post holder.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Education Essential
First level registration Educated to degree level (or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge/experience). Evidence of continued professional development relevant to research, clinical leadership, or specialist practice. Completed Good Clinical Practice training (current and in date)
Desirable
Postgraduate qualification (PGCert/PGDip/MSc) in a relevant area (e.g., research, clinical practice, leadership, education).
Communication Skills Essential
Ability to work within a team Able to lead meetings Skilled in verbal and written communication including presentation skills Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships with clinicians, researchers, and senior managers.
Knowledge and Training Desirable
Leadership or management training. Knowledge of political, regional research initiatives
Experience Essential
Evidence of working in a senior/CNS role as a Clinical Nurse Specialist or equivalent senior clinical role. Experience of attending or contributing to senior meetings, committees, or working groups. Evidence of leading change at an organisational level or within own specialty Evidence of having developed team working skills and implemented teamwork practices
Desirable
Leading or coordinating projects, service improvements, or quality initiatives Evidence of involvement in research and clinical audit. Demonstrated experience in clinical research delivery, including participant assessment, consent, and study procedures Evidence of line management or leading a team Experience working within multi site or regional networks. Experience producing reports for senior leaders or external stakeholders
Analytical & Judgement Skills Essential
Problem-solving skills with the ability to act as an escalation point for research-related clinical issues.
Desirable
Ability to interpret and monitor performance data, producing clear reports for committees and senior leadership Evidence of using data to formulate improvement plans
Planning Skills Essential
Strong organisational, planning, and time-management skills, including the ability to assist in the management of the programme Experience of service planning and managing change Able to travel across Black Country Trust sites as required.
Management skills Essential
Ability to influence research culture across nursing teams. Ability to provide support/guidance to the group Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of research delivery across the Black Country Trusts. Commitment to promoting a positive research culture and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practice. Willingness to work flexibly to meet research demands.
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.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Dudley Group NHS FT
Pensnett Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)