This position provides oversight of strategic initiatives and expert consultation related to nursing research and evidence-based practice for Patient Care Services.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current RN Licensure in Virginia Experience REQUIRED: Five (5) years of experience in nursing practice, education or research Experience conducting clinically-based research, disseminating findings through publication and presentation, and applying findings in a practice Experience in the following areas: leadership and mentoring, initiating and managing interdisciplinary team, managing complex tasks working with a range of educational and cultural backgrounds, identifying and using a range of research-related resources including relevant computer applications Experience PREFERRED Experience in staff education and/or program development Education/training REQUIRED: PhD in Nursing or closely related field from an accredited program. Master’s Degree in Nursing is required, if PhD degree is not in Nursing. Education and training sufficient for eligibility for faculty appointment in the VCU School of Nursing Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Advice and guidance are sought from Nursing leadership on an as needed situational basis and when there is a major impact other areas/departments. Actions that are taken without prior approval include operational functions and leadership of staff. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): Supervises assigned personnel Additional position requirements: N/A Age Specific groups served: N/A Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical Lifting less than 20 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
Compensation Range
$92,290.00 - $152,277.00Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
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Skills Required
- Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligibility for Virginia RN licensure
- Five years of experience in nursing practice, education, or research
- Experience conducting clinically based research
- Experience disseminating research findings through publication and presentation
- Experience applying research findings in practice
- Experience with leadership and mentoring
- Experience initiating and managing interdisciplinary teams
- Experience managing complex tasks across varied educational and cultural backgrounds
- Experience identifying and using research-related resources and relevant computer applications
- PhD in Nursing or a closely related field from an accredited program
- Master's degree in Nursing if the PhD is not in Nursing
- Education and training sufficient for eligibility for a faculty appointment in the VCU School of Nursing
- Experience in staff education and/or program development
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The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about VCU Health and has not been reviewed or approved by VCU Health.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health, and prescription coverage, and low out-of-pocket costs when using VCU Health facilities. Multiple plan options provide flexibility across networks.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(a) plan with employer matching contributions alongside 457(b) and 403(b) savings options. Life and disability insurance further strengthen long‑term financial protection.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is positioned as a competitive component of the package. Additional supports such as adoption leave and back‑up care contribute to work‑life balance.
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What We Do
We are a strong, passionate team of more than 12,500 who take pride in caring for every person who comes through our doors. We lift each other up so we can provide the very best and safest care to those who need us most. Together. Every day. With the support of our university, we make up an academic medical center committed to excellence in patient care, innovation and training tomorrow’s health care workforce. We continue to educate, research and evolve – staying on the cutting edge of care. As a community of innovators, every team member can contribute a spark of ingenuity igniting a force to discover the next cure, hold the next hand, solve the greatest challenges and create the health care of tomorrow. We foster an atmosphere of respect and welcoming for all communities. We infuse our teams with diverse talent that inspires everyone to contribute openly and freely, maximizing their impact and creating meaningful change for our patients and community. Join our team and help us create a new kind of patient experience. Join VCU Health. EEO Statement: VCU Health System strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against, or harassment of, team members, applicants, or any other covered persons because of age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, sex (sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and pregnancy), protected veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law. Pay Transparency Provisions: VCU Health System complies with the Pay Transparency Provisions
