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.