Director Nursing Research

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Company: Children's Wisconsin

Location: Milwaukee, WI 53215

Description:

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Please follow this link for a closer look at what it's like to work at Children's Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/

Provides strategic leadership in the development and implementation of the department of Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice. Provides vision and leadership for development of an agenda encompassing interdisciplinary research, evidence-based practice (EBP), nursing outcome datasets, and Magnet re-designation. Provides leadership for programs of research within the department as well as conducting own program of research. Facilitates research utilization in clinical practice and research consultation/collaboration with nurses and interdisciplinary colleagues. Defines needed infrastructure which to supports and directs nursing and interdisciplinary EBP and research activities. Develops a system and support for engaging and mentoring nurse scientists, Advanced Practice Nurses and clinical staff. The translation of clinically relevant research into clinical practice are key components of this role. Reports to the Vice President for Nursing/Chief Nursing Officer.

Minimum Job Requirements

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification

License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin required

Education

Terminal Degree (PhD, DNP, etc.) required

Experience

Ten or more years of experience conducting clinically relevant research and publishing relevant findings.

Academic and professional expertise in pediatric nursing preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children's values and support our mission and vision.

Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary health care team to enhance collaboration and problem solving.

High degree of resourcefulness and independent motivation.

Demonstrated ability to relate well with colleagues and community agencies.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin

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