Director, Nursing Research & Innovation

Phoenix Children’s is seeking an experienced nursing leader to advance nursing science, evidence-based practice, and innovation across our organization. In this highly visible role, the Director of Nursing Research & Innovation will lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of pediatric nursing research projects and nursing-sensitive quality initiatives that improve clinical outcomes and elevate nursing practice. This leader will foster a culture of clinical inquiry, mentor nurses in research and evidence-based practice, and translate findings into practice to drive excellence in patient care.

The Director will collaborate with the CNO, nursing leadership, providers, and academic partners to set strategic research goals and develop innovative programs that support professional development and the transition to practice.

Join a nationally recognized pediatric health system and help shape the future of nursing through research, innovation, and excellence. This position provides leadership, assistance, and support in the development, implementation, and evaluation of pediatric nursing research projects and nursing quality initiatives, which enhance the quality and outcomes of pediatric nursing care at Phoenix Children’s. This position also develops pediatric nursing research goals in collaboration with the CNO, nursing leadership, providers, other health care professionals, and patients and families.

• Leading nursing research and evidence-based practice initiatives
• Driving quality improvement and nursing-sensitive indicator outcomes
• Developing performance metrics and monitoring systems
• Partnering with schools of nursing and academic affiliates on research and training opportunities
• Supporting policies, procedures, and continuous process improvement at the departmental and organizational level

• Works in conjunction and cooperatively with leadership team to identify knowledge gaps to ensure solutions contribute to improved performance and optimal patient outcomes
• Fosters an environment of nursing clinical inquiry and evidence-based practice
• Fosters the development of a practice environment conducive to the conduct and utilization/translation of nursing research
• Consults with nurses and other professionals within Phoenix Children’s regarding research and evidence-based quality initiatives
• Directs development, implementation, and evaluation of nursing-sensitive quality indicators and standards for clinical nursing practice that support high quality services and compliance with established standards
• Develops departmental performance and financial outcome measures, related tracking and monitoring systems to achieve overall organizational, clinical, and operational objectives
• Directs, implements, and evaluates departmental, functional, and or service-related policies and procedures
• Proactively assesses program, service, and functional effectiveness