Research (Registered Nurse)

Job Title

Responsible for all elements of the nursing process when coordinating research activities. Assumes responsibility for study coordination, self-management and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. Actively participates in collaboration with members of the interdisciplinary team to provide creative approaches to management of research processes, following established policies and guidelines.

Plans and delivers technically competent research in alignment with the ANA standards of Nursing Practice.

Applies clinical knowledge to manage research, while organizing and prioritizing needs and ensuring assigned tasks are completed.

Utilizes research regulatory guidelines to assess individuals to determine their qualification for inclusion in research protocols, document this assessment, obtain informed consent and provide relevant study information.

Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to conduct approved research studies.

Applies knowledge, values and beliefs into research delivery without judgement or discrimination.

Improves research processes to improve Veteran/patient driven care.

Applies evidence-based practice/research and serves as an advocate resulting in improved outcomes in the immediate setting.

Utilizes resources to contribute to efficient, cost-effective care delivery.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards

Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards

Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

Work Schedule: 0800-1630

Telework: Not Telework Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized