Nurse Researcher - Per Diem

Job Summary

Responsible for leading and conducting research projects to advance nursing knowledge, improve patient care outcomes, and contribute to evidence-based practices. This role involves designing and implementing research studies, collecting and analyzing data, and disseminating findings through publications and presentations.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Lead and manage nursing research projects from conceptualization to completion.
• Develop research protocols, design data collection methods, and create project timelines.
• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews to inform research design and identify gaps in nursing knowledge.
• Implement data collection methods, including surveys, interviews, observations, or clinical data extraction.
• Analyze research data using statistical methods and software.
• Interpret results, draw conclusions, and make recommendations based on research findings.
• Prepare and submit research findings for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ensure research projects comply with ethical standards and institutional review board (IRB) requirements.

Qualifications

Education Associate's Degree Nursing required and Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience Clinical nursing experience 2-3 years required and Experience in nursing research, including study design, data collection, and analysis 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of research methodologies and statistical analysis.
• Excellent communication and writing skills for publication and presentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, ethical standards, and IRB processes.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, critical decision-making, and professional judgment skills.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

789 Central Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$33.90 - $65.70/Hourly

Grade

7NTEMP