Nursing Research Specialist

ACH Arkansas Children's Hospital

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Little Rock Until 8/21/2026 5+ years exp First posted May 13, 2026 Last posted May 13, 2026
Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

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Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC017513 Nursing Research

Summary:

Full 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

1. Participates in and incorporates research and evidence-based practice as a mentor, investigator, collaborator, translator, integrator and/or evaluator.

2. Establishes formal and informal consultative relationships that may lead to professional development or mentorship opportunities.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. Functions in the roles of both educator and facilitator.

6. Implements a variety of teaching strategies tailored to the learners needs.

7. Applies nursing and learning theoretical and conceptual foundations as a basis for developing programs.

8. 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.

9. Advocates for innovative programs that support the needs of the learner and organization.

10. Participates in the development of a financial plan that allocates resources to support the department.

11. Designs, implements, and evaluates innovative and creative programs and projects.

12. Performs other duties as assigned.

  

About this role

Summary

Facilitates pediatric nursing research, develops educational programs, and leads evidence-based practice projects.

Job title

Nursing Research Specialist

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Little Rock, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

RN licenseresearchmentorshipregulatory standardsdissemination

Preferred skills

research annotationpublic speakingcurriculum development

Specializations

researchevidence-based practicepediatric nursingeducational programs
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Little Rock, AR, USA

On-site City