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Research nurses are the largest specialist nursing group at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, yet their vital roles and contributions to patient recruitment in research studies are not fully recognized.

Area of Science:

  • Healthcare research
  • Nursing workforce analysis
  • Clinical trial recruitment

Background:

  • University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is a leading institution for patient recruitment in research.
  • Research nurses represent the largest specialist nursing group within the trust, at 3% of the total nursing staff.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the roles and contributions of research nurses.
  • To understand the benefits derived from the research nursing workforce.
  • To address the poor understanding of research nurse functions within the trust.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of nursing roles.
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  • Enhanced understanding can support the optimization of research nursing functions.
  • Recognizing these roles is crucial for maximizing patient recruitment in clinical studies.