Nursing Research Program Director (RN) - Nursing Admin - Days

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nursing Research Program Director directs and manages activities of the Office of Nursing Research and Evidence Based Practice at Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems. This role provides oversight of strategic initiatives and expert consultation related to nursing research and evidence-based practice for Patient Care Services.

Candidates should hold a PhD in Nursing (or closely related field) with a Master’s in Nursing, possess Virginia RN licensure, and have at least five years

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in nursing practice, education or research.
• Experience conducting clinically-based research and disseminating findings.
• Leadership and mentoring of interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to advise Nursing leadership on strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages activities of the Office of Nursing Research and Evidence Based Practice.
• Provides oversight of strategic initiatives and expert consultation related to nursing research.
• Supports patient care services with evidence-based practice implementation.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Research dissemination

Clinical research

Education

PhD in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing

Faculty appointment qualifications

Job description

The Nursing Research Program Director directs and manages activities of the Office of Nursing Research and Evidence Based Practice.

This position provides oversight of strategic initiatives and expert consultation related to nursing research and evidence-based practice for Patient Care Services.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire

• Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment

• Current RN Licensure in Virginia

Experience REQUIRED:

• Five (5) years of experience in nursing practice, education or research
• Experience conducting clinically-based research, disseminating findings through publication and presentation, and applying findings in a practice
• Experience in the following areas: leadership and mentoring, initiating and managing interdisciplinary team, managing complex tasks working with a range of educational and cultural backgrounds, identifying and using a range of research-related resources including relevant computer applications

Experience PREFERRED

• Experience in staff education and/or program development

Education/training REQUIRED:

• PhD in Nursing or closely related field from an accredited program.
• Master's Degree in Nursing is required, if PhD degree is not in Nursing.
• Education and training sufficient for eligibility for faculty appointment in the VCU School of Nursing

Education/training PREFERRED:

• N/A

Independent action(s) required:

• Advice and guidance are sought from Nursing leadership on an as needed situational basis and when there is a major impact other areas/departments.
• Actions that are taken without prior approval include operational functions and leadership of staff.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): Supervises assigned personnel

Additional position requirements: N/A

Age Specific groups served: N/A

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

• Physical Lifting less than 20 lbs.
• Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
• Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

Compensation Range

$92,290.00 - $152,277.00

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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