Nurse Researcher

Catholic Health•West Islip, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Research Coordinator Good Samaritan University Hospital is a Magnet-designated teaching hospital within Catholic Health, recognized for excellence in nursing, compassionate patient care, and a commitment to research, education, and innovation. The Research Coordinator supports nursing research and evidence-based practice by coordinating research studies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with investigators and interdisciplinary teams. This role facilitates the successful implementation of research projects and serves as a resource for nursing staff and clinical teams.

Requirements

Masters in Nursing required, DNP preferred.
Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
Minimum of three (3) years of clinical or nursing research experience required; experience with IRB submissions, regulatory compliance, and evidence-based practice preferred.
CCRP or CCRA certification preferred.
Working knowledge of clinical research regulations, IRB processes, FDA requirements, and other regulatory requirements.
Strong organizational, analytical, project coordination, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Nice To Haves

DNP preferred.
experience with IRB submissions, regulatory compliance, and evidence-based practice preferred.
CCRP or CCRA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate clinical and nursing research studies from initiation through closeout, collaborating with principal investigators and interdisciplinary teams.
Prepare, maintain, and submit research documentation, including regulatory files, IRB submissions, study records, and audit materials while ensuring compliance with institutional, IRB, FDA, and other regulatory requirements.
Support evidence-based practice initiatives through research coordination, data collection and analysis, educational programs, and dissemination of research findings.
Serve as a resource to nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams regarding research processes, regulatory requirements, and evidence-based practice.
Coordinate research-related meetings, conferences, and departmental initiatives while collaborating with internal and external partners to support study implementation.
Participate in interdisciplinary committees, represent the department on assigned projects, and support process improvements to enhance research operations.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.