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How much do nurse researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for nurse researcher in Delaware is $113,199.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,100.00 and $154,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nurse researcher?

A Nurse Researcher is a registered nurse who conducts scientific studies to improve healthcare outcomes, patient care, and nursing practices. They design and implement research projects, analyze data, and publish findings to advance medical knowledge. Nurse Researchers often work in hospitals, universities, government agencies, or pharmaceutical companies. Their work helps shape evidence-based practice, influence healthcare policies, and improve patient care standards. Many Nurse Researchers have advanced degrees in nursing or related fields and may secure funding for their studies through grants.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a nurse researcher?

Nurse Researchers often split their time between designing and conducting clinical studies, collecting and analyzing data, and preparing research reports or scholarly articles. They may also collaborate with physicians, statisticians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure studies are well-designed and compliant with ethical standards. Additionally, Nurse Researchers frequently present their findings at conferences, help secure grant funding, and may mentor new researchers or students. The role requires a balance of independent work and teamwork, with ongoing opportunities to contribute to advancements in patient care and nursing practice.

What do you need to be a nurse researcher?

To become a nurse researcher, you typically need a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), followed by a master's or doctoral degree such as an MSN or PhD in nursing or a related field. Strong research skills, experience with data analysis, and familiarity with research methodologies are essential, along with licensure as a registered nurse (RN).

What does a nurse researcher do?

A nurse researcher conducts studies to improve patient care, healthcare practices, and nursing protocols. They design experiments, analyze data, and publish findings, often working in academic or healthcare settings and requiring strong analytical and research skills.

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Infographic showing various Nurse Researcher job openings in Delaware as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 6% Temporary, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 88% In-person, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,199 per year, or $54.4 per hour.

RN - Nursing Professional Development Practitioner (NPD)

Dover, DE • On-site

Bayhealth

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

If you care about the opportunity to grow, to make a difference, to build a future and a life, then we just might have the career for you. Care to talk?
Bayhealth Medical Center is Central and Southern Delaware's healthcare leader with hospitals in Dover and Milford, as well as stand-alone Emergency Department in Smyrna and a hybrid Emergency Department and Urgent Care in Milton. We offer various practice settings throughout Kent and Sussex Counties. Bayhealth Medical Center Kent Campus is 90 minutes from Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Baltimore. Our Sussex Campus is 30 minutes to the Delaware beaches and relaxation in the sand!
Bayhealth Medical Center offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (for eligible positions) including:
  • Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Matching 401(k)/403(b) Plans
  • Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision
  • Disability and Life Insurance options
  • On Site Child Care
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
  • Plus, an array of Voluntary Benefits to include Critical Care Coverage and more!

Location: Kent Campus Hospital
Status: Full Time 80 Hours
Shift: Days
SALARY RANGE: 82,950.40 - 128,564.80 YEARLY
General Summary:
The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Practitioner is a Registered Nurse (RN) who influences professional role competence and professional growth in an interprofessional environment that facilitates continuous development and learning for the healthcare professionals. The NPD Practitioner implements the tools, skills, and knowledge of the specialty to improve healthcare practice of learners through seven distinct roles: learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for scientific-inquiry, advocate for role development, and partner for collaboration and practice transitions.
Responsibilities:
1. Facilitator of Learninga. Develop and evaluate core curriculab. Assess learning needs through assessment and analysis of feedback outcomesc. Lead experiential learning activities through innovative teaching and learning methods.
2. Change Agent - Foster acceptance, adoption, and action toward change.
3. Mentor and Leadera. Validates clinical performanceb. Establish effective communication networks with unit and organizational leadership.
4. Champion Scientific Inquiry - Create a supportive environment for nursing research, evidence-based practice, quality improvement and integrating into clinical practice.
5. Advocate for role development a. Facilitate orientation processes, nurse residency program, and role transitions with a focus on retention and growth.'Develops, coordinates, and evaluates competency programs and identifies deficiencies in staff competency.
6. Partner for Collaboration and Practice Transitions a. Collaborates with interprofessional teams, leaders, stakeholders and others to facilitate nursing practice and positive outcomes both internally and within the community.b. Partners with shared governance councils at the unit and system level to effect nursing practice and generate positive outcomes.
7. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities
Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience:
  • Education: Bachelor Degree Nursing BSN
  • Credential(s): Registered Nurse RN
    Basic Life Support BLS
    Certification related to the position, if applicable.
  • Experience: 3 years of relevant clinical RN nursing / preceptor experience

Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience:
  • Education: Master Degree Nursing
  • Credential(s): Nursing Professional Development board certification
  • Experience: 5 years of relevant clinical nursing experience with 3 years of experience of relevant teaching experience

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