Job Description

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Location

BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

Title

Nursing Research Program Manager (RN) Part-Time

This role provides strategic leadership and mentorship for the hospital’s nursing research program. Itserves as a key facilitator and mentorsupportingthe development of nurse-led research and evidence-based practice initiatives, fosters a culture of inquiry, and aligns nursing research efforts with institutional prioritiesand ANCC nursing excellence standards The role reports directly to the Director of Nursing Professional Practice and collaborates with nurse leaders, educators, and interdisciplinary teamsto build research capacity and promote scholarly excellence across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Research Program Coordination

• Helpsset research prioritiesanddrives organizationalinitiativesto build,strengthenandmaintainthe nursing research infrastructure.

• Support the planning and execution of nursing research studies,qualityimprovementandevidence-based practice projectswithintegration into clinical care.

• Assistin developing research protocols, IRB submissions, and regulatory documentation.

• Coordinatelogisticsfor research activities including recruitment, data collection, and reporting.

• Facilitateand support nurses in thedissemination of research findings through presentations, posters, and publications.

• Participateand/or lead theNursing Research Council andother 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 educatenurseson research methodologies, proposals, IRB submission,data interpretation,dissemination of findings,and evidence-based practice principles

• Supportfacilitation ofjournal clubs, research workshops, and bedside inquiry initiatives.

• Develop and deliver educational programs on research, EBP, and Magnetresearchstandards.

• Promote nurse-led research and scholarly dissemination.

Magnet®Program Support:

• Facilitatenursing research activities that supportnursing excellenceandMagnet® designation efforts.

• Serve as a liaison between nursing leadership, staff, and Magnet ProgramDirector

• Assistin 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 toMagnet 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 teamstoidentifyand carry outnurse-led research and evidence-basedpractice

• Participate in strategic planning and operational initiatives related to nursingresearch

• Collaborate with clinical teams to design and implement evidence-based practice projects and quality improvement initiatives.

• Coordinate communication strategies and events to promoteacultureofresearch and nursing inquiry

• Communicate research progress and outcomes to stakeholders.

• Collaborates,as applicable,with academic partnerstofacilitatenursing research

Qualifications:

Required:

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current licensure inState of MI

• Doctorate (PhD or DNP)required

• Minimum of2yearsofclinical nursingexperience. Prior experience innursing leadershipandclinical researchpreferred.

• Proficiencyin research methodologies, IRB processes, data collection, statistical analysis,research ethics,and quality improvement tools.

Preferred

• Knowledge of Magnet Recognition Program® standards and componentsstronglypreferred.

• Certification in Research (i.e.,CCRA, CCRC,CCRP,orACRP-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.

• Proficiencyin 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.

Shift

First Shift

Time Type

Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

Cost Center

1500 Nursing Administration (BMH)

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