The Role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist in Facilitating Evidence-Based Practice Within a University Setting

被引:4
作者
Tuite, Patricia K. [1 ]
George, Elisabeth L. [2 ]
机构
[1] Univ Pittsburgh, Sch Nursing, Dept Acute & Tertiary Care, 336 Victoria Bldg,3500 Victoria St, Pittsburgh, PA 15261 USA
[2] Univ Pittsburgh, Med Ctr Presbyterian Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA USA
关键词
clinical nurse specialist; evidence-based practice; quality of care;
D O I
10.1097/CNQ.0b013e3181d9138c
中图分类号
R4 [临床医学];
学科分类号
1002 ; 100602 ;
摘要
There are many changes occurring within the healthcare system today, bringing forth multiple challenges for nurses. Changes in reimbursement for hospitals and staffing shortages are impacting the ways that nurses are delivering care. During these changing times, it is essential that healthcare providers strive to maintain high-quality care and patient safety. Utilizing evidence-based practice (EBP) to guide the delivery of care is one way to ensure that high-quality outcomes are achieved. EBP is one of the driving forces to improve clinical practice and ensure patient safety within the healthcare system. The clinical nurse specialist is very instrumental in facilitating quality care and implementing EBP within the healthcare setting. Through the development of a multidisciplinary committee, the clinical nurse specialist can lead professional nurses in the implementation of EBP and facilitate practice changes to improve patient outcomes.
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页码:117 / 125
页数:9
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