Nursing Research Specialist

Work Shift Please see job description for details. Time Type Part time Department CC017513 Nursing Research Summary Part Time Additional Information The Nursing Research Specialist facilitates the development and implementation of research studies and evidence-based practice projects that transform pediatric nursing practice and improve patient outcomes. The Nursing Research Specialist leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of innovative educational programs consistent with the guidelines for Nursing Professional Development. Required Education Master’s degree; or equivalent combination of education with experience Recommended Education Master's Degree Nursing, PhD Degree Nursing Required Work Experience Nursing - 5 years of experience Recommended Work Experience Required Certifications Registered Nurse (RN) license - Arkansas or Compact State Recommended Certifications Certified Research Specialist (CRS) - UAMS, Nursing Professional Development (NPD-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Description Participates in and incorporates research and evidence-based practice as a mentor, investigator, collaborator, translator, integrator and/or evaluator. Establishes formal and informal consultative relationships that may lead to professional development or mentorship opportunities. Serves as a clinical resource for human subjects protection by monitoring and maintaining research regulatory standards and assisting staff with submission of research protocols and human subject research determination forms. Disseminates research findings through activities such as presentations, publications, consultation, educational programs, courses, activities, and use of other media internally and through local, regional, and national agencies. Functions in the roles of both educator and facilitator. Implements a variety of teaching strategies tailored to the learners needs. Applies nursing and learning theoretical and conceptual foundations as a basis for developing programs. Develops innovative educational programs that are evidence-based and free of commercial bias in accordance with the guidelines for Nursing Professional Development and other health-related professional disciplines. Advocates for innovative programs that support the needs of the learner and organization. Participates in the development of a financial plan that allocates resources to support the department. Designs, implements, and evaluates innovative and creative programs and projects. Performs other duties as assigned. Arkansas Children’s ( is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status ( from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report ( for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest ( provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. "Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better." Michael – Business Operations Manager "Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children." Linda – Information Systems Analyst "We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children." Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator "Care, love, and hope for children!" Kathy – Administrative Assistant "When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!" Nick – Supply Assistant Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr