Research & Theory for the Practicing RN

Catalog description

Examination of the role of evidence-based practice and research in nursing. Concepts facilitate analysis and integration of educational and professional knowledge and experiences. Emphasis on recognition of the interrelationship of theory, research, and practice along with the process of accessing and critiquing scholarly literature to become an informed consumer of nursing research. Topics include research design, sampling methods, data collection and analysis, and evidence-based practice. Substantive writing assignments will be required throughout the course. Completion of part two of a three-part scholarly capstone requirement focuses on synthesizing knowledge related to nursing research and evidence-based practice. Spring Only.