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Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States
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Description
This role provides strategic leadership and mentorship for the hospital’s nursing research program. It serves as a key facilitator and mentor supporting the development of nurse-led research and evidence-based practice initiatives, fosters a culture of inquiry, and aligns nursing research efforts with institutional priorities and ANCC nursing excellence standards. The role reports directly to the Director of Nursing Professional Practice and collaborates with nurse leaders, educators, and interdisciplinary teams to build research capacity and promote scholarly excellence across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Research Program Coordination
Helps set research priorities and drives organizational initiatives to build, strengthen and maintain the nursing research infrastructure.
Support the planning and execution of nursing research studies, quality improvement and evidence-based practice projects with integration into clinical care.
Assist in developing research protocols, IRB submissions, and regulatory documentation.
Coordinate logistics for research activities including recruitment, data collection, and reporting.
Facilitate and support nurses in the dissemination of research findings through presentations, posters, and publications.
Participate and/or lead the Nursing Research Council and other professional governance councils as applicable to align research goals with organizational strategic initiatives, identify.
Monitor study progress, data integrity, and protocol compliance.
Education & Engagement:
Mentor and educate nurses on research methodologies, proposals, IRB submission, data interpretation, dissemination of findings, and evidence-based practice principles.
Support facilitation of journal clubs, research workshops, and bedside inquiry initiatives.
Develop and deliver educational programs on research, EBP, and Magnet research standards.
Promote nurse-led research and scholarly dissemination.
Magnet® Program Support:
Facilitate nursing research activities that support nursing excellence and Magnet® designation efforts.
Serve as a liaison between nursing leadership, staff, and Magnet Program Director.
Assist in the preparation, writing, and submission of Magnet documentation, including empirical outcomes and research reports.
Monitor current trends and best practices in nursing research and Magnet standards to ensure organizational compliance and excellence.
Ensure adherence to Magnet standards, institutional, federal, and ethical guidelines.
Maintain documentation for ongoing and completed studies.
Collaboration & Leadership:
Work closely with nursing leaders, shared governance councils, and interdisciplinary teams to identify and carry out nurse-led research and evidence-based practice.
Participate in strategic planning and operational initiatives related to nursing research.
Collaborate with clinical teams to design and implement evidence-based practice projects and quality improvement initiatives.
Coordinate communication strategies and events to promote a culture of research and nursing inquiry.
Communicate research progress and outcomes to stakeholders.
Collaborates, as applicable, with academic partners to facilitate nursing research.
Qualifications:
Required:
Registered Nurse (RN) with current licensure in State of MI
Doctorate (PhD or DNP) required.
Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience. Prior experience in nursing leadership and clinical research preferred.
Proficiency in research methodologies, IRB processes, data collection, statistical analysis, research ethics, and quality improvement tools.
Preferred:
Knowledge of Magnet Recognition Program® standards and components strongly preferred.
Certification in Research (i.e., CCRA, CCRC, CCRP, or ACRP-CP).
Evidence-based practice or Quality Improvement Training.
Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and data analytics tools.
Skills & Competencies:
Exceptional communication, leadership, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to lead change and foster collaboration across departments.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management software.
Commitment to nursing excellence and lifelong learning.
Working Conditions:
Primarily office-based with occasional time on clinical units.
May require attendance at evening or weekend meetings or conferences.
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