ArticleJournal of research in nursing : JRN2026
Exploring the role and responsibilities, motivations, and career aspirations of clinical research nurses: a qualitative study.
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Background: The clinical research nurse (CRN) plays a key role in conducting and managing clinical trials, ensuring patient safety, and aiding the advancement of care. However, a dearth of research has explored their role, responsibilities, motivations, and career aspirations of research nurses. Aims: To explore the motivations, experiences, and aspirations of CRNs. Methods: A qualitative descriptive design, employing semi-structured online interviews were conducted with CRNs ( Results: Three themes were identified related to the CRN's role and aspirations: misconceptions and misunderstandings of the CRN role, role of the CRN and motivations, and professional identity and values. Conclusions: The role of the CRN is believed to be misunderstood within and across professionals' groupings. This was attributed to a lack of standardisation regarding job titles, scope of practice, professional identity, and career progression resulting in the role being undervalued. Recognising the unique identity and practice of CRNs is necessary to reduce misconceptions and build this career pathway for others.
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