Nursing Research Program Manager (RN) Part-Time

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.