Research nurses

By Metro Creative

When nurses go to work each day, many report to hospitals while others work at private practices. For others, a day at the office takes place at research labs.

According to the online nursing resource Nurse.org, research nurses develop and implement studies to investigate and provide information on new medications, vaccinations and medical procedures.

Research nurses, sometimes referred to as clinical nurse researchers or nurse researchers, typically have advanced degrees, and many first work as research assistants, clinical data collectors and/or clinical research monitors to gain some practical experience as they pursue or consider pursuing their degrees.

Some research nurses even conduct independent research, though Nurse.org notes that such professionals need advanced degrees such as an MSN or Ph.D. to pursue such a path.

More information about becoming a research nurse can be found at www.Nurse.org.

— Metro Creative