Opportunity details

Public Involvement Opportunity: Help Shape Research on ICU Delirium Prevention

Family voice messages to support ICU patients’ comfort and prevent confusion (delirium)

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Full description:

We’re inviting people with lived experience of intensive care—patients or family members—to help shape the next phase of a family voice message programme that supports orientation and comfort for ICU patients. This simple, family-led approach has been successfully piloted and now aims to test its use across multiple NHS hospitals. Especially welcoming people who experienced delirium and those from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Opportunity Deadline

1st November 2025

Payment:

£25 per hour for your time

Expenses:

Expenses covered, including digital/remote access support.

Organisation

King's College London

King’s College London is a leading UK university dedicated to improving health and wellbeing through world-class education and research. This project is led by the Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care in collaboration with NHS partners, focusing on co-designed, evidence-based approaches to enhance patient and family experiences in intensive care.


Details

Topic:

Data & technology
Other

Location:

UK wide

Involvement type:

All of research

What support is offered?

Participants will receive recognition for their time in line with NIHR Public Involvement guidance. Support such as interpreter services, accessible materials, and flexible online meeting options will be provided to ensure inclusive participation.

Can the work be done from home?

Yes

Suitable for a beginner?

Yes


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