Abstract
This article presents the findings of two studies undertaken during 2002 and 2003 that aimed to explore a range of professional issues facing research nurses. The results indicated that the position of research nurses is often complex because of a combination of contractual and accountability arrangements. This position can be intensified by feelings of isolation, a lack of professional support and limited specific educational opportunities. Experienced research nurses are often highly skilled in terms of their specialist clinical knowledge, and have a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the research process, including methodological, ethical and practical issues.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Attitude of Health Personnel*
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Career Mobility
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Clinical Trials as Topic / nursing*
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Data Collection
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Education, Nursing, Continuing
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Focus Groups
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Health Services Needs and Demand
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Hospitals, University
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Humans
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Inservice Training
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Interprofessional Relations
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Job Description
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Nurse Clinicians / education
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Nurse Clinicians / organization & administration
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Nurse Clinicians / psychology*
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Nurse's Role* / psychology
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Nursing Methodology Research
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Patient Advocacy
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Professional Competence*
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Research Personnel / education
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Research Personnel / organization & administration
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Research Personnel / psychology*
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Scotland
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Social Isolation
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Social Support