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Career pathways in research: clinical research.

J E Kenkre¹, D R Foxcroft

¹School of Care Sciences, University of Glamorgan, Pontypridd.

Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)

|April 30, 2002

Summary

This article guides nurses on the knowledge needed for clinical therapeutic trials. It highlights how clinical research nursing roles provide essential skills in research organization and management.

Area of Science:

Nursing Research
Clinical Trials
Career Development

Background:

This article is the second in a series focusing on career pathways in scientific research.
It addresses the foundational knowledge required for nurses to engage in clinical therapeutic trials.
Clinical research nursing is identified as a common entry point for nurses into research careers.

Purpose of the Study:

To inform nurses about the essential knowledge and skills for conducting clinical therapeutic trials.
To outline the career progression opportunities within clinical research for nurses.
To emphasize the value of early-career research experiences in developing core competencies.

Main Methods:

The article synthesizes information on best practices and standards in clinical trial conduct.

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It draws upon the experiences of clinical research nurses in multi-center studies.

Expert knowledge and established guidelines for research are referenced.

Main Results:

Nurses require specific knowledge to conduct clinical therapeutic trials according to recognized standards.
Experience gained as a clinical research nurse is crucial for developing research skills.
Multi-center study participation enhances understanding of research discipline, organization, and management.

Conclusions:

Clinical research nursing offers a robust foundation for a career in scientific research.
Acquiring knowledge in trial conduct is vital for nurses aiming for research roles.
The skills developed in early research positions are transferable and essential for career advancement.