Research Nurse (SDL) – Brighton

Location: Brighton (East & West – mobile clinic sites)
Pay: £29.00 – £37.00 per hour (PAYE) 
Job Type: Temporary | Ongoing project | Flexible shifts

Pulse Nursing is currently recruiting experienced Research Nurses / Nursing Service Delivery Leads (SDLs) to support a large-scale healthcare research programme across the Brighton area.

This is a flexible, shift-based role, ideal for nurses looking for part-time work alongside other commitments. Candidates should be available to work 2–3 days per week within a 7-day service.

You will be working across mobile clinic sites, with locations rotating every few weeks.

• →Provide clinical leadership and supervision to Healthcare Assistants and Phlebotomists
• →Oversee phlebotomy services and clinical standards
• →Carry out hands-on clinical duties, including:
  • →Blood sample collection
  • →Measuring height, weight, blood pressure and basic observations
• →Ensure compliance, governance, and quality standards are maintained
• →Act as the main escalation point for any clinical or operational concerns
• →Support daily clinic activity, including covering staff breaks
• →Manage staff attendance and assist with shift coordination
• →Report directly to the Lead Nurse

• Registered Nurse (RGN)
• Previous lead / in-charge / supervisory experience
• Strong phlebotomy skills (essential)
• Comfortable working in a hands-on clinical and leadership role
• Availability for 2–3 days per week
• Willingness to complete full compliance and onboarding
• Full UK driving licence preferred

This role supports a nationwide health research initiative focused on improving early detection and prevention of common diseases.

Participants attend community-based clinics where health checks, blood samples, and lifestyle data are collected.

If you’re a confident nurse with strong phlebotomy experience and leadership skills, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV or get in touch to find out more.