How can an experienced RN break into Research Nursing?

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I will graduate with my BSN in 6 months and want to get out of bedside nursing for the most part and am seeking an alternative. I have been a nurse almost 20 years. I want to apply to research jobs but they all want experience. I can tget the experience if they wont hire me so it a delimma.

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Specializes in Clinical Research, Outpt Women's Health.

Just keep applying and try to network. At some point you may get lucky like I did. Sell yourself if you get an interview. Attention to detail and computer skills are desired.

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I have applied to pharmaceutical companies, and one research contract place and havent heard anything. What companies should I be seeking out other than that? I live near Boston.

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Specializes in Critical Care, Postpartum.

Had a friend who after getting her one year experience on her unit, she got into the research department at our same hospital. It did help that she had won research awards when she was a student, so she had a portfolio.

Since you are a BSN student, meaning your going to take Nursing Research or you've taken it already. Make sure you save your work. Also speak to HR regarding any openings in the research department. Networking is a big key.

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Specializes in Clinical Research, Outpt Women's Health.

Look for academic medical centers and private research groups like Covance.

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