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Ryoo E, Jeong SH, Shin NY, Yu S. Hospital nurse managers' perspectives of the Magnet Recognition Program using an importance-performance analysis: A quantitative cross-sectional study. Nurs Open 2024; 11:e70015. [PMID: 39166270 PMCID: PMC11336375 DOI: 10.1002/nop2.70015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Revised: 07/01/2024] [Accepted: 08/04/2024] [Indexed: 08/22/2024] Open
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AIM To explore the perspectives of nursing managers in Korean hospitals on the Magnet Recognition Program using importance-performance analysis. DESIGN A descriptive quantitative cross-sectional design with a survey methodology was used to evaluate nursing managers' perceptions of the Magnet Recognition Program criteria. METHODS After the Magnet Recognition Program's content validity was confirmed, an online survey was administered to 150 nursing managers from 10 hospitals. The results were analysed using importance-performance analysis. RESULTS The average importance of the questionnaire for the developed Magnet Recognition Program criteria was 3.19 ± 135 and the performance was 2.90 ± 222. Items corresponding to the areas 'Concentrate here', 'Keep up the good work', 'Possible overkill' and 'Low priority' were identified using two importance-performance analysis frames. The items corresponding to 'Concentrate here' included evidence-based nursing practice, the nursing professional practice model, nurses' participation in improving turnover rate and cases of innovation in nursing. CONCLUSION This study highlights areas for improvement within the Magnet Recognition Program as perceived by Korean nursing managers, emphasizing evidence-based practice, professional models and nurses' involvement in turnover reduction and fostering innovation. PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION To achieve Magnet recognition, hospitals must understand nursing managers' perspectives on the Magnet Recognition Program criteria. This study provides insights into enhancing the work environment for nurses in South Korean hospitals and lays the groundwork for developing effective Magnet certification programs. Introducing the Magnet program into South Korean hospitals may improve the overall nursing work environment and mitigate the serious problem of nursing staff turnover. REPORTING METHOD The findings were reported using the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) checklist.
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- Eunha Ryoo
- Department of NursingDongnam Health UniversitySuwonRepublic of Korea
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- College of NursingResearch Institute of Nursing ScienceJeonbuk National UniversityJeonju‐siRepublic of Korea
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- CHA University‐Bundang CHA Medical CenterSeongnam‐siRepublic of Korea
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- College of NursingCHA UniversityPocheonRepublic of Korea
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Hardin-Fanning F, Booth A, Clark P, Baltes A. Empowering nursing council implementation science: An appeal to action. Nurs Outlook 2024; 72:102199. [PMID: 38821000 DOI: 10.1016/j.outlook.2024.102199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2024] [Revised: 05/03/2024] [Accepted: 05/04/2024] [Indexed: 06/02/2024]
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BACKGROUND In most hospitals, nursing councils are responsible for EBP implementation and evaluation. To enhance the perceived value of council participation by frontline nurses, administrators must promote the impact of council projects on healthcare outcomes. PURPOSE The purposes of this appeal to action are to describe the role of nursing councils in promoting IS and EBP, and to provide recommendations that enhance the value of IS and/or EBP councils to frontline nurses, thereby incentivizing participation on these councils. METHODS Nurse researchers from three metropolitan hospitals partnered with a medical librarian to recommend six strategies aimed at enhancing the perceived value of council participation. An argumentative review was conducted to support these strategies. DISCUSSION Recommendations are inclusion of methods experts on councils; support from nursing administrators in the development, implementation, and evaluation of projects; formation of partnerships with nursing academic departments; expansion of publication opportunities and availability; and connection of projects to measurable quality indicators. CONCLUSION Enhancing the perceived value of nursing councils by providing tools that optimize time and resource management can result in greater council participation and broader dissemination of IS evidence.
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- University of Louisville Health, Medical Plaza II, Louisville, KY
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- University of Louisville School of Nursing, Louisville, KY
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- Rowntree Library, University of Louisville Hospital, Louisville, KY
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Furtado L, Coelho F, Mendonça N, Soares H, Gomes L, Sousa JP, Duarte H, Costeira C, Santos C, Araújo B. Exploring Professional Practice Environments and Organisational Context Factors Affecting Nurses' Adoption of Evidence-Based Practice: A Scoping Review. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:245. [PMID: 38255132 PMCID: PMC10815808 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12020245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2023] [Revised: 01/07/2024] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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This scoping review, conducted within the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) framework, analysed the recent literature (January 2018 to March 2023) addressing factors inherent to professional practice environments and organisational contexts influencing nurses' adoption of evidence-based practice (EBP). This review included studies involving nurses regardless of sector, practice setting, and scope of practice. A systematic search was undertaken across the PubMed, Web of Science, CINAHL, and MEDLINE databases, as well as the EThOS, OATD, and RCAAP platforms. The extracted textual elements underwent a content analysis, resulting in a coding structure established through an inductive approach that categorised information into main categories and subcategories linked by similarity and thematic affinity. Forty-one studies were included, revealing four main categories of factors impacting EBP adoption by nurses: (1) organisational dynamics, (2) management and leadership, (3) teamwork and communication, and (4) resources and infrastructure. The study's limitations acknowledge the subjective nature of categorisation, recognising potential variations based on individual perspectives despite adopting procedures to minimise the risk of bias. The results provide a substantial foundation for developing interventions to cultivate environments conducive to EBP adoption by nurses, thereby enhancing the integration of evidence into nurses' professional practice contexts. This review was prospectively registered on the Open Science Framework (registration no. osf.io/e86qz).
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- Luís Furtado
- Department of Nursing, Mental Health and Gerontology, School of Health, University of the Azores, 9700-042 Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
- Faculty of Health Sciences and Nursing, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, 1649-023 Lisboa, Portugal
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- Department of Nursing, Mental Health and Gerontology, School of Health, University of the Azores, 9700-042 Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
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- Department of Nursing, Mental Health and Gerontology, School of Health, University of the Azores, 9700-042 Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
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- Department of Nursing, Mental Health and Gerontology, School of Health, University of the Azores, 9700-042 Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
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- Center for Innovative Care and Health Technology—ciTechCare, School of Health Sciences, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-090 Leiria, Portugal
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- Center for Innovative Care and Health Technology—ciTechCare, School of Health Sciences, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-090 Leiria, Portugal
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- Center for Innovative Care and Health Technology—ciTechCare, School of Health Sciences, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-090 Leiria, Portugal
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- Center for Innovative Care and Health Technology—ciTechCare, School of Health Sciences, Polytechnic of Leiria, 2411-090 Leiria, Portugal
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- Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Health, Faculty of Health Sciences and Nursing, Universidade Católica Portuguesa, 4169-005 Porto, Portugal
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Kawar LN, Fangonil-Gagalang E, Failla KR, Aquino-Maneja E, Vaughn S, Mestler Loos N. Evidence-Based Practice Implementation: Dependent on Capacity and Capabilities. J Nurs Adm 2024; 54:35-39. [PMID: 38117150 DOI: 10.1097/nna.0000000000001374] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This study was conducted to determine the benefits, facilitators, and barriers of implementing evidence-based practice (EBP) into organizational culture. BACKGROUND Implementing EBP leads to higher quality of patient outcome care, improved patient outcomes, and decreased healthcare costs. Nurse leader (NL) influence is essential for successful EBP implementation. METHODS Data were collected using a descriptive qualitative approach with focus group interviews using 2 open-ended questions. Participants included NL attendees at the 2022 Association of California Nurse Leaders Annual Program/Conference. Data were analyzed and themes were identified using Sandelowski's method. RESULTS Two overarching themes emerged: capacity (the amount something can produce) and capabilities (the power or ability to do something). CONCLUSIONS Healthcare organizations need to invest in building NLs' capacity to implement EBP and allocate resources to strengthen the organization's capabilities in supporting EBP.
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- Lina Najib Kawar
- Author Affiliations: Regional Director SCAL/HI Nursing Research/EBP Program/Nurse Scientist (Dr Kawar) and Practice Specialist (Dr Aquino-Maneja), Kaiser Permanente, Pasadena; Undergraduate Nursing Program Director/Assistant Professor (Dr Fangonil-Gagalang), California State University, San Bernardino; Director of Nursing Workforce Transitions (Dr Failla), Sharp HealthCare, San Diego; Professor Emeritus (Dr Vaughn), California State University, Fullerton; and Adjunct Faculty (Dr Loos), Azusa Pacific University, California
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Connor L, Beckett C, Zadvinskis I, Melnyk BM, Brown R, Messinger J, Gallagher-Ford L. The Association Between Magnet ® Recognition and Patient Outcomes : A Scoping Review. J Nurs Adm 2023; 53:500-507. [PMID: 37695278 DOI: 10.1097/nna.0000000000001325] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Previous systematic reviews have explored nurse, patient, and organizational outcomes in Magnet®-recognized hospitals compared with non-Magnet hospitals, yet these did not comprehensively review a wide variety of patient outcomes. AIM The purpose of this scoping review was to describe the findings from published research evaluating patient outcomes in Magnet-recognized hospitals compared with non-Magnet hospitals. METHODS A medical librarian conducted a systematic search for published peer-reviewed, English-language literature and a search of the reference lists for retrieved publications to identify articles addressing Magnet compared with non-Magnet hospitals related to patient outcomes. RESULTS Four patient outcomes improved in Magnet-designated hospitals: mortality, patient satisfaction, failure to rescue, and falls. Four patient outcomes showed undesirable or mixed outcomes. Five patient outcomes had insufficient evidence regarding patient outcomes when treated at Magnet-recognized hospitals. CONCLUSION Magnet Recognition® is associated with improvement in a distinct set of patient outcomes, but not all key outcome measures. Standardized outcomes and rigorous study designs are needed to further explore the impact of Magnet Recognition on a wide variety of patient outcomes.
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- Linda Connor
- Author Affiliations: Clinical Assistant Professor, The Ohio State University, College of Nursing, Columbus and Program Director, Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare (Dr Connor); Clinical Assistant Professor, The Ohio State University, College of Nursing, Columbus and Academic Core Assistant Director and Evidence-Based Practice Certification Program Director, Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare (Dr Beckett); Assistant Director, Community Core, Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare (Dr Zadvinskis); Vice President for Health Promotion, University Chief Wellness Officer, Dean, The Ohio State University, College of Nursing, Columbus, Professor of Pediatrics and Psychiatry, The Ohio State University, College of Medicine, and Executive Director, Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for Evidence-based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare (Dr Melnyk); Statistician, The Ohio State University, College of Nursing, Columbus, and Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare (Messinger); Chief Operating Officer and Clinical Core Director, Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for Evidence-based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare (Dr Gallagher-Ford); and Research & Education Librarian, Nursing Liaison, and Affiliate Faculty (Brown), Virginia Commonwealth University School of Nursing, VCU Libraries, Health Sciences Library, Richmond
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Halm MA. An objective test to measure evidence-based practice knowledge and skill competency of acute care nurses: A psychometric validation study. Worldviews Evid Based Nurs 2023. [PMID: 36916411 DOI: 10.1111/wvn.12639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2022] [Revised: 11/17/2022] [Accepted: 02/12/2023] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Few objective measures of evidence-based practice (EBP) knowledge/skill exist. The Fresno Test, one objective method, was validated first with medicine, followed by versions for physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, social workers, dietitians, pediatric nurses, and health care students. The Fresno Test was adapted and tested with cohorts of acute care nurses. Six of the 14 items required revision to achieve acceptable psychometrics. AIM The aim of this second validation study was to revise and validate a new version of the test, The Modified Fresno Test-Acute Care Nursing (MFT-ACN), to determine if it could distinguish EBP knowledge/skills among acute care nurses. METHODS A panel of eight EBP experts were engaged in multiple Delphi rounds to revise items. Individual-content validity indices (CVI) ranged from 0.83 to 1.0, with scale-CVI 0.92. Using a cohort design, a cross-sectional sample of 90 novice, master, and expert nurses were recruited via national listservs or snowball sampling to complete the revised test. Two doctorally prepared EBP experts independently scored tests using the standardized rubric. RESULTS The MFT-ACN yielded strong psychometric properties (intra-class correlation coefficients > 0.80; item discrimination indices > 0.20; item-total correlations > 0.30). One poorly performing item was dropped per a priori cut-off values. The final test included 13 items, with a Cronbach's alpha = 0.77. Item difficulty was moderate to high. Most items discriminated well between cohorts. Mean total scores were positively correlated with age, years since graduation, years of acute care experience, and formal EBP or research workshops or conferences or courses or immersions. Perceived level of EBP expertise was not associated with mean scores. Further research is recommended with a larger sample to assess the tests' responsiveness to change in EBP knowledge/skills over time and enhance its acceptability and feasibility. Additional research should further evaluate construct and concurrent validity against other objective assessments of EBP knowledge/skills. LINKING EVIDENCE TO ACTION The validated 13-item MFT-ACN can be used to evaluate EBP competencies of acute care nurses in academic and practice settings. It can also be used by nurse scientists to build a stronger evidence base on types of educational programs that excel in advancing the critical competency of EBP among our nursing workforce.
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- Margo A Halm
- Nursing Research & Evidence-Based Practice, VA Portland Health Care System, Portland, Oregon, USA
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Crawford CL, Rondinelli J, Zuniga S, Valdez RM, Tze-Polo L, Titler MG. Barriers and facilitators influencing EBP readiness: Building organizational and nurse capacity. Worldviews Evid Based Nurs 2023; 20:27-36. [PMID: 36464805 DOI: 10.1111/wvn.12618] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2022] [Revised: 10/11/2022] [Accepted: 10/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND Organizational supported evidence-based practice (EBP) enables nurses to be change agents and impact patient outcomes. Globally, a multitude of barriers limits EBP implementation, evaluation, and dissemination, which include time constraints, staff, resource access, education, technology, and fiscal support. These barriers and other disenfranchising elements hinder nurses' ability to actualize EBP and change practice within their workplace. AIMS This study describes the EBP readiness, barriers, and facilitators reported by inpatient registered nurses (RNs) employed in a nationwide healthcare system before COVID-19. METHODS The study employed a cross-sectional descriptive survey design using the 2005 Nursing EBP Survey for RN EBP readiness. The setting included 14 hospitals in Southern California. The survey was deployed in November 2016 and closed after 23 weeks. Descriptive statistics analyzed demographics and EBP scores, with inferential statistics for associations between demographics and EBP scores. ANOVA examined differences between EBP scores, service lines, years of employment, and education level. A content approach synthesized open-ended barrier and facilitator questions into seven specific themes. RESULTS Seven hundred and twenty-four nurses completed the survey. Overall, the scores of inpatient RNs were highest scores for Practice Climate, suggesting the health system fosters a climate conducive to EBP. Scores were lowest for Data Collection and Implementation. Qualitative themes were: (1) Everyone Involved in EBP Implementation, (2) Fear and Resistance to Change, (3) Protected Release Time, (4) Knowing EBP Culture Outside of Current Organization, (5) Organizational Communication and Education, (6) Management and Leadership Support, and (7) Pragmatic Solutions to Facilitate EBP. Fear and Resistance to Change cut across all themes. LINKING EVIDENCE TO ACTION Nurses at all organizational levels from the C-suite to the bedside can create strategies to determine essential EBP readiness components, including EBP mentors to guide knowledge uptake activities. Pragmatic solutions for EBP capacity require frontline nurse feedback, commitment, and partnership with nursing leaders.
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- Cecelia L Crawford
- Health Equity and Research, Patient Care Services, Stanford Health Care, Palo Alto, California, USA
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- Regional Nursing Research Program Kaiser Permanente Southern California Regional Patient Care Services, Pasadena, California, USA
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- Data Scientist Quality and Risk Management Kaiser Permanente Southern California, Pasadena, California, USA
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- Senior Research Analyst Regional Nursing Research Program Kaiser Permanente Southern California Regional Patient Care Services, Pasadena, California, USA
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- Woodland Hills Medical Center Staff Nurse Oncology Unit/COVID-19 Unit, Woodland Hills, California, USA
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- Rhetaugh Dumas Endowed Chair Department of Systems, Populations and Leadership, University of Michigan School of Nursing, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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Chabrera C, Diago E, Curell L. Development, Validity and Reliability of Objective Structured Clinical Examination in Nursing Students. SAGE Open Nurs 2023; 9:23779608231207217. [PMID: 37822363 PMCID: PMC10563491 DOI: 10.1177/23779608231207217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2023] [Revised: 07/19/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 10/13/2023] Open
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Introduction The adoption of measurement instruments such as the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is essential to assess clinical competencies in nursing students. Objective The purpose of this study is to develop an OSCE, analyze its validity and reliability in the nursing curriculum and measure self-assessment, stress and satisfaction. Methods The observational validation study of a measurement instrument was carried out in two phases: the design and development of the OSCE and validity and reliability analysis. Results A total of 118 students participated in the study. Ten scenarios were designed that incorporated six competency components extracted from the curriculum. Good results were obtained in face validity, content validity (CVI .82-.95), criterion validity (r = .71, p < .001), and reliability (α Cronbach .84). Satisfaction and stress scores were high, and self-assessment scores were lower than the scores obtained. Conclusion A rigorously designed OSCE provides a reliable and valid method for assessing the clinical competence of nursing students.
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- Carolina Chabrera
- Associate Professor, Health Department., TecnoCampus, Universitat Pompeu Fabra Research Group in Attention to Chronicity and Innovation in Health (GRACIS), Mataró, Barcelona, Spain
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- Adjunct Professor, Health Department, TecnoCampus, Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Mataró, Barcelona, Spain
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- Assistant Professor, Health Department, TecnoCampus, Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Research Group in Attention to Chronicity and Innovation in Health (GRACIS), Mataró, Barcelona, Spain
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Haavisto E, Siltanen H, Tolvanen A, Holopainen A. Instruments for assessing healthcare professionals' knowledge and skills of evidence-based practice: A scoping review. J Clin Nurs 2022. [PMID: 36229896 DOI: 10.1111/jocn.16506] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2022] [Revised: 06/27/2022] [Accepted: 08/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this scoping review was to describe the instruments used to assess the knowledge and skills of evidence-based practice (EBP) in healthcare settings. METHODS A scoping review was undertaken. Three electronic databases (CINAHL, PubMed and Cochrane) were searched in January 2022. The search phrases consisted of the following terms: healthcare professionals, EBP, competence and instrument and their synonyms, keywords and MeSH terms. The database search was run without any limitations. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines were followed to support reporting. RESULTS Ultimately, 39 studies were included; most of them (35) were cross-sectional studies. The studies were conducted in 17 countries. A total of 17 evidence-based knowledge and skills instruments were identified. The Upton and Upton instrument was used in 19 studies. Twelve self-reported instruments were used only once. The psychometric properties of the instruments varied. The reliability was typically reported with Cronbach's alpha coefficient. The content of the EBP knowledge/skills instruments consists of five main categories: EBP, evaluation of current practice, preparation for the implementation of EBP, implementation of evidence and active participation in the development of EBP. CONCLUSION Almost all instruments are self-assessment instruments. Validated knowledge tests should be further developed. The instruments emphasise the preparation for the implementation of EBP. Further research is needed to develop instruments for healthcare professionals to assess the knowledge and skills of the implementation of evidence.
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- Elina Haavisto
- Department of Health Sciences, Nursing, Faculty of Social Sciences, Tampere University, Tampere, Finland.,Hospital District of Satakunta, Pori, Finland.,Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- Nursing Research Foundation, Helsinki, Finland.,The Finnish Centre for Evidence-Based Health Care: A JBI Centre of Excellence, Helsinki, Finland
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- Nursing Research Foundation, Helsinki, Finland.,The Finnish Centre for Evidence-Based Health Care: A JBI Centre of Excellence, Helsinki, Finland
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Saul T, Rangel T, Sperry MV, Doyle C, Roney JK, Mendelson S. Influence of a Formal Mentor on Hospital-Based Nurse Research Resources and Outcomes. J Nurs Adm 2022; 52:549-553. [PMID: 36166632 DOI: 10.1097/nna.0000000000001197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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ABSTRACT Magnet® hospitals must conduct nursing research to maintain designation. Relationships between hospital research infrastructure, activities, and a designated nurse research mentor were explored in a large health system using survey methodology. Hospitals with a formal mentor reported more research resources (n = 23, m = 2.5) compared with those without (n = 16, m = 1.8, P < 0.001). Hospitals aspiring for Magnet may benefit from a doctorally prepared research mentor.
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- Trisha Saul
- Author Affiliations: Associate Nurse Scientist (Dr Saul), Providence Southern California Region, Irvine; Nurse Scholar (Dr Rangel), Providence Health Care, Spokane, Washington; Clinical Nurse (Dr Sperry), Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Tarzana, California; Chief Nursing Officer (Dr Doyle), Providence Alaska Medical Center, Anchorage; Nursing Professional Development Specialist (Dr Roney), Covenant Health, Lubbock, Texas; and Nurse Scientist (Dr Mendelson), Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Mission Hills, California
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Melnyk BM, Hsieh A, Mu J. Psychometric properties of the Organizational Culture and Readiness Scale for System‐Wide Integration of Evidence‐Based Practice. Worldviews Evid Based Nurs 2022; 19:380-387. [DOI: 10.1111/wvn.12603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2022] [Accepted: 07/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk
- College of Nursing The Ohio State University Columbus Ohio USA
- The Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for EBP Columbus Ohio USA
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- College of Nursing The Ohio State University Columbus Ohio USA
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Evrenol Öçal S, Terzioğlu F. Determining the relationship between magnet properties of hospitals and the professional values of the nurses: A cross-sectional study. J Nurs Manag 2022; 30:1027-1041. [PMID: 35293059 DOI: 10.1111/jonm.13589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2021] [Revised: 02/19/2022] [Accepted: 03/10/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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AIM To identify the relationship between the characteristics of hospitals in recruiting and retaining nurses (magnet properties) and nurses' professional values. BACKGROUND In Turkey, there is a limited number of hospitals with the characteristics to enable nurses to stay in their institutions. The magnet properties of these hospitals and the professional values of the nurses working in these hospitals are not known. METHODS This descriptive cross-sectional research included 612 nurses working in 6 hospitals accredited by the Joint Commission International. Data were collected using the Nursing Professional Values Scale-Revised (NPVS-R) and the Essentials of Magnetism Scale (EOM II). RESULTS The mean NPVS-R score was high 102.0 (26-130). However, the mean EOM II score was found to be low at 2.2 (1.0-3.4). As the magnet properties of the hospitals increased, the professional values of the nurses decreased. CONCLUSION There was a negative correlation between the magnet properties of hospitals and the professional values of the nurses. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING MANAGEMENT The findings of this study highlight the necessity of creating a working environment with high magnet characteristics, which also includes the professional values of nurses. Nurse Managers should investigate the reasons behind the low magnet properties of hospitals, raise awareness, and plan interventions to increase magnet properties of hospitals. Creating a supportive working environment, promotion of the salaries and work environment and decreasing workload are some of the important intervention areas in attracting and keeping nurses in the institution.
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- Simge Evrenol Öçal
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing, Faculty of Health Science, Izmir Katip Çelebi University, TURKEY
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- Vice-Rector, Kocaeli Health and Technology University, Faculty of Health Science, Nursing Department, Başiskele/Kocaeli, TURKEY
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Yoder LH, Cengiz A, Hinkley T, Hertel RA, Gallagher-Ford L, Koshy Thomas B. Medical-surgical nurses' EBP beliefs and competencies. Worldviews Evid Based Nurs 2022; 19:149-159. [PMID: 35229968 DOI: 10.1111/wvn.12567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2021] [Revised: 12/20/2021] [Accepted: 01/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND The lack of evidence-based practice (EBP) knowledge and inability to implement EBP among nurses is a major barrier to quality nursing care. The literature shows that nurses highly value the use of EBP, however, they lack necessary EBP competencies. Although medical-surgical nurses were included in studies examining cross-sections of the nursing workforce, no studies exist specifically investigating their EBP beliefs and EBP competencies. AIMS The purpose of this study was to describe medical-surgical nurses' self-reported EBP beliefs and competencies. METHOD A descriptive, cross-sectional design employing survey methodology was used. RESULTS A total of 1,709 medical-surgical nurses participated for a response rate of 13%. The findings revealed that medical-surgical nurses had positive beliefs about EBP. However, they rated themselves competent in only 2 EBP competencies of 24. Medical-surgical nurses working in units or organizations that had a special designation such as Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses Premier Recognition in the Specialty of Med-Surg (AMSN PRISM; p = .001) or Pathway to Excellence (p = .006) reported greater EBP competency scores. Also, nurses educated at the master's level or higher had better EBP competency scores (p < .0001). LINKING EVIDENCE TO ACTION Medical-surgical nurses need support at the personal and organizational levels to improve their EBP competence and increase uptake of EBP in their practice. Therefore, individual nurses must reflect on their EBP competence level and pursue opportunities to develop these essential attributes. Leaders must also create practice environments where EBP is valued, and barriers to EBP implementation are eliminated. Faculty in prelicensure and graduate programs should integrate EBP into their curricula and assess students' EBP competencies.
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- Linda H Yoder
- The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing, Austin, Texas, USA
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- The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing, Austin, Texas, USA
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- Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, Sewell, New Jersey, USA
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- Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, Sewell, New Jersey, USA.,Ascend Learning, Leawood, Kansas, USA
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- Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for EBP in Nursing and Healthcare, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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- Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for EBP in Nursing and Healthcare, Columbus, Ohio, USA
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