Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range:

Position Overview

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Promotes the professional development of clinical staff. Assesses research learning needs. Functions as a role model for evidence-based practice and research.
• Assists in the identification and implementation of clinical research opportunities at CH. Coordinates system-wide education on research activities.
• Assists colleagues in preparation of accurate abstracts and manuscripts. Provides communication channels for dissemination of research.
• Supports organizational shared governance structure.
• Chairs the Research and EBP Committee. Participates in shared governance meetings, as needed.
• Demonstrates effective teaching skills and uses a variety of instructional methods/teaching strategies. Disseminates effectively information about relevant learning offerings within and outside CH.
• Exercises discretion and judgement to promote clinical research as a strategic initiative of the nursing division. Identifies research priorities in conjunction with departmental leadership. Promotes the application of research activities toward evidence-based practice. Mentors colleagues in research activities.
• Participates in IRB activities both as a member and in preparing protocols for IRB review. Mentors in publishing and presenting findings from research studies timely and accurately.
• Demonstrates ability to analyze and interpret statistical data and mentors staff in statistical analyses.
• Acquires research grants to expand the clinical research program.
• Supports clinical graduate and doctoral level students in completion of projects. Serves as mentor to doctoral level students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Masters degree. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Experience: Five years of acute care experience and two years of research experience. CITI training.
• Other Credentials:
• Knowledge and Skills: Excellent mentoring skills, public speaking, highly motivated, creative individual. Possesses excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and ability to respond quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Special Training:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion
• Occasional physical demands include: Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Taste or Smell
• Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear
• Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.
• Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Hearing
• Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: N/A

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Sick Time Off

• Employee Assistance Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.