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.

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Job Summary Responsible for the continued development of an evidence-based culture with education and mentoring of nursing and allied health professionals. Responsible for operationalizing the Synergy model of care delivery as required by TJC and Magnet. Responsible for the development and conduct of independent nursing research and evidence-based practice activities to promote the science of nursing, as well as supporting others in nursing research. Serves as the interconnection between nursing research and practice. Essential Functions - Oversee the development and implementation of an evidence based culture and projects. Provide education and mentoring. - Oversees the maintenance and development of Synergy tools for provision of patient care/care planning and staff. - Supports the Pediatric Nursing Research Consortium research platform. - Develops research protocols. - Conducts independent research in content and clinical areas of interest/expertise. - Seeks research funding through grant applications for research projects and activities. - Fosters the development of an environment conducive to the conduct of inquiry; research and practice. - Disseminates findings through poster/oral presentations and manuscript submission through scholarly journals. - Promotes collaborative multidisciplinary research within Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin and with outside healthcare facilities and educational institutions. - Supports institution’s efforts to improve quality care, linking research to improve patient outcomes. Legacy Essential Functions - Serves as the link between nursing research and practice - Mentors advanced practice and pediatric nurses in research and evidence based projects that measure outcomes of practice changes and operational improvements. - Promotes, supports, and facilitates individuals engaging in research activities to advance research in practice: evidence-based practice, the conduct of research, research utilization, and dissemination of research results. - Consults with health care providers and/or patients/families as appropriate to promote evidence based outcomes. Documents in medical record as necessary/appropriate. - Provides education to health care providers and/or patients/families as appropriate to improve health care outcomes. Documents in medical record as necessary/appropriate. Education: - Terminal Degree (PhD, MD, etc.) in Nursing required Experience: - 2+ years experience facilitating research activities. required - Previous research experience in clinical or basic sciences research and familiarity with research protocols, questionnaires and written or phone surveys. required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Demonstrated expertise in nursing practice, education, and research. - Excellent communication skills. Able to communicate clearly and concisely in a clinical research and office setting. - Strong organizational skills. Licenses and Certifications: - License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin required Patient Care Responsibility - Provides care appropriate to patient population and as described in applicable policies and procedures. Required for All Jobs: - This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be requested in the performance of this job. - Employment is at-will. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

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