About this opportunity
Houston Methodist lists this Nurse Scientist opportunity in cypress, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
At Houston Methodist, the Nurse Scientist position is responsible for leading the development, coordination, implementation, evaluation, and dissemination of nursing research activities. This position works closely with the Director and Manager for Nursing Science to strategically plan, and outline priority initiatives based on hospital quality measures. The Nurse Scientist position ensures the highest quality of scholarly and scientific activity by Houston Methodist nursing staff. This position serves as a role model and consultant related to the nursing research process and coordinates the IRB approval and grant funding process for nursing research. The Nurse Scientist position promotes and facilitates evidence-based interventions at the bedside, a key component for the role
nFLSA STATUS
nExempt
nQUALIFICATIONS
nEDUCATION
nnnBachelor's and Master's degree, one of which must be in nursing
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nnDoctoral degree in medical field
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n nEXPERIENCE
nnFive years clinical nursing experience
n nLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
nRequired
nnnRN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure - Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and
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nnMagnet ANCC-recognized certification (HM) within 1 year
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n nKNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
nnnDemonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
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nnSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
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nnAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
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nnActs as effective change agent
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nnStrong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components
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nnDemonstrates expert time management skills
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n nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
nPEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
nnnServes as a consultant to nursing leadership, executives, and nurses to develop, implement and sustain evidence-based high impact initiatives. Role models efficient and effective communication to establish and maintain a team environment.
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nnPromotes, supports, and facilitates individuals engaging in research activities to advance research in practice: evidence-based practice, the conduct of research, research utilization, and research dissemination. Collaborates and develops innovative programs to educate, mentor, and enhance the knowledge of nursing staff.
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nnServes as an active member of the Research Council. Coordinates, guides, leads, and provides support for council activities and serves as the liaison to the nursing shared governance structure.
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nnFosters staff engagement by demonstrating active listening, requesting, and acknowledging feedback, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals. Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.
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n nSERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
nnnFacilitates and directs the development of interdepartmental and interprofessional research activities, including generating individual and/or group programs of research.
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nnEncourages and promotes nursing publications in peer reviewed journals.
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n nQUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
nnnIdentifies nursing quality metrics outliers and creates evidence-based nursing interventions for improvement. Supports hospital efforts to improve quality care, linking research to improved patient outcomes.
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nnPlans, directs, and ensures execution and sustainability of all initiatives to ensure that the goals of the program are met. In collaboration with the Director, develops program outcome measures and monitors for sustainability.
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nnConducts investigator-initiated research that supports and adds to nursing's scientific foundation.
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n nFINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
nnnSeeks research funding through grant application. Assists departments and individual healthcare professionals to apply and obtain such funding for research projects and activities.
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nnImplements department strategies to achieve financial target and mentors others to do the same, optimizing efficiency and other areas according to department specifications.
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nnUtilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.
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n nGROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
nnnDevelops initiatives and held accountable for increasing the number of HM nursing research, EBP and quality improvement dissemination activities at the national and international level.
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nnGenerates and communicates new ideas to lead teams to creative strategies that improve quality or service and impact entity departments and address organization or department priorities. Analyzes and presents research and quality improvement data.
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nnFosters an institutional environment conducive to the conduct of inquiry, research, and evidence-based practice, as evidenced by the number of nurse-generated projects. Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.
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n nSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
nWORK ATTIRE
nnnUniform: No
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nnScrubs: No
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nnBusiness professional: Yes
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nnOther (department approved): No
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n nON-CALL *
n*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
nnOn Call* No
n nTRAVEL **
nTravel specifications may vary by department
nnnMay require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
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nnMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
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n nQUALIFICATIONS
nEDUCATION
nnnBachelor's and Master's degree, one of which must be in nursing
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nnDoctoral degree in medical field
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n nEXPERIENCE
nnFive years clinical nursing experience
n nLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
nRequired
nnnRN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure - Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and
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nnMagnet ANCC-recognized certification (HM) within 1 year
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n nCompany Profile:
nHouston Methodist Cypress Hospital, Houston Methodist's eighth hospital, opened in the first quarter of 2025 in a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor. It incorporates the most advanced technology available, featuring innovations designed to enhance communication between patients, physicians, staff and families. The facility combines state-of-the-art technology with world-class clinicians, creating an unparalleled experience for patients, employees and physicians.
nHouston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Worksite address
cypress, TX, 77410, US
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