Research in advanced practice roles?

Oct 26, 2009 08:17 AM

by glasscandie

I'm applying to BSN/NP programs from a field which essentially was research-based (behavioral biology), and I was curious if NPs played a role in research? Can you be involved in research as you're practicing, or is it really not part of your scope of practice?

*elkpark* · Oct 26, 2009, 09:11 AM

Re: Research in advanced practice roles?

That is entirely up to the individual. I've known APNs with positions that consisted almost entirely of research, and others who were happy to never think about it again once they finished school. You can seek out the positions and roles that appeal to you.

*ghillbert* · Nov 01, 2009, 10:46 AM

Re: Research in advanced practice roles?

Absolutely agree - you can generally be as involved in research as you want to be.

**traumaRUs** · Nov 02, 2009, 05:48 AM

Re: Research in advanced practice roles?

The posters above are right - there are so many opportunities that you can often carve out a niche for yourself in what you want to do.

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Research in advanced practice roles?

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