Establishing A Research-Friendly Environment

Description

Encouraging RNs at Every Level to Conduct Research Encourages Evidence-Based Practice and Improved Care

As the Magnet Recognition Program® continues to influence hospital-based nursing, the need to educate clinical nurses on how to conduct research is more important than ever. Establishing a Research-Friendly Environment: A Hospital-Based Approach is a unique text that helps clinical nurses conduct or participate in research that leads to better health care in hospitals.

Each chapter includes an introduction, working definitions of key concepts, and resources required for success. The text also features numerous case examples that serve to highlight research done by nurses and health professionals in the field.

Table of Contents

1. Chapter 1 Creating a Research-Friendly Environment in an Acute Care Setting
2. Chapter 2 Developing a Research-Friendly Environment: Strategies and Resources
3. Chapter 3 The Research-Friendly Environment Model
4. Chapter 4 Research Methods in a Research-Friendly Environment: An Overview
5. Chapter 5 Measurement: A Model for Instrument Development
6. Chapter 6 Statistical Analysis: Answering Questions
7. Chapter 7 Disseminating Findings
8. Chapter 8 Research-Friendly Environments: The Future

Author Biography

Dorothy Y. Brockopp, PhD, MSN, RN, FAAN – Coordinator of Nursing and Allied Health Research Office, Baptist Health Lexington, Professor Emeritus, College of Nursing, University of Kentucky

Karen S. Hill, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FACHE, FAAN – Chief Operating Officer/Chief Nursing Officer, Baptist Health Lexington, Lexington, Kentucky

Andrew A. Bugajski, PhD, BSN – Fellow/Research Consultant, Baptist Health Lexington, Lexington, Kentucky

Alexander J. Lengerich, MS, EdS – Fellow/Research Consultant, Baptist Health Lexington, Lexington, Kentucky