Experiences of nurses transitioning to the role of research nurse

A study at one trust explored the challenges and barriers experienced by nurses transitioning to the role of research nurse and how the process could be improved.

Abstract
This article describes a single-centre qualitative study, which explores the challenges and barriers experienced by nurses transitioning to the role of research nurse and makes recommendations on how to smooth the transition. It found there is no single reason why nurses decide to become research nurses, but that the role is associated with increased job satisfaction, a greater sense of worth or value and an improved work-life balance. Barriers include the lack of a structured induction programme, poorly defined career paths and lack of understanding about what the role entails.

Citation: Cleaver CJ (2020) Experiences of nurses transitioning to the role of research nurse. Nursing Times [online]; 116: 2, 55-58.

Author: Christopher J Cleaver is paediatric clinical research nurse, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust.
This article has been double-blind peer reviewed
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