Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and driven Registered Mental Health Nurse to become part of our busy and friendly Research Department team within Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holder will be working within the Research Department to support the delivery of high quality health and social care studies within the Mental Health Division. Our research team plays a vital role in setting up research studies to take place at SHFT, recruiting patients and carers to take part, and ensuring the smooth running of clinical trials in the research facility.
The successful applicant would also have a key role in supporting delivery of later phase research trials and administering the assessments for both physical and mental health participants. A comprehensive induction and training programme (including training and support to develop specialist assessment skills) will be offered.
The post holder will have a specialist knowledge in mental health enabling them to work independently and will autonomously assist in the management of clinical trial patients, whilst working as part of a multi-disciplinary team led by the trial Principal Investigators. The post holder will be working within a large team of staff based within the department at Tom Rudd Unit in Moorgreen Hospital supporting both commercial and non-commercial portfolio research activity throughout the organisation.
Main duties of the job
Research is a critical component of successful NHS provider organisations, ensuring that clinical practice is based upon the latest evidence, and that all patients treated, and service users supported by Southern Health, receive the opportunity to take part in research.
It is also a key element of the continuing development of staff, providing stimulating opportunities for professional and personal growth.
The post holder will support the set up, delivery, and closing of research studies across mental health portfolio. This will include meeting with clinical teams, recruiting participants, and completing study measures and administration.
About us
Southern Health is one of the largest NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK, specialising in mental health and learning disabilities, as well as offering physical health community-based services.
With a workforce of more than 7000 and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we're wholeheartedly committed to providing the best possible healthcare, reaching a range of diverse communities, whilst placing patients and staff at the forefront of all our endeavours.
We are currently working closely with other NHS Trusts to integrate all our collective community, mental health, and learning disability services. Our new organisation, to be known as Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust, is set to launch in July 2024.
The transformation will happen in staggered stages; Hampshire CAMHS, part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust joined Southern Health in February 2024, with Isle of Wight NHS Trust mental health and community services transitioning in early May 2024. The final combination of Southern Health and Solent Trusts is anticipated to occur in July 2024, when the new organisation will be formed.
Our new Trust will continue to cater to the unique needs of different communities, making healthcare across the county more accessible, as well as offering staff more opportunities for career development, training and partnership working.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare in Hampshire.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Professional health or social services (RMN) qualification and registration OR education to degree level OR equivalent in depth research experience
- *Evidence of ongoing, relevant professional development portfolio
Experience
Essential
- *Demonstrable reputation for professional excellence.
- *Experience facilitating safe and affective mental health services.
- *Evidence of commitment to and track record in delivering recovery orientated services.
- *Demonstrable ability to understand and manage significant portfolio of resources
- *Demonstrable experience of working in partnership with a wide selection of stakeholders, both internal and external to, deliver consistent high standards of care.
- *Ability to solve immediate and entrenched problems; bringing others with you to succeed
- *Understanding of Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and other appropriate legislation
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Moorgreen Hospital
Botley Road, West End
Southampton
Hampshire
SO30 3JB