Research Scientist

Develops the health services research program. Facilitates and independently conducts academic/clinical research, supports research utilization in nursing/clinical practice and develops an ongoing strategic plan for academic/clinical research. Conducts interdisciplinary research and evidence-based practice projects supporting the organization’s priorities for improving patient and/or care delivery outcomes. Serves in a consultative role for patient care services staff in development and completion of interdisciplinary research and evidence-based practice projects and scholarly activities. Collaborates with patient care services clinicians, including physician partners, to evaluate and implement best practices for clinical care, patient care delivery models, education and use of technology. Mentors nursing and allied health professionals in developing presentations, posters and written articles or abstracts. Presents original research and evidence-based practice at regional and national conferences with poster or podium presentations and submits for publication in peer-reviewed journals.