Welcome to Holy Cross Hospital Nursing Research Council
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"In today's world, nurses must become lifelong learners, capable of reflecting on, evaluating, and modifying their clinical practice based on new knowledge", (Polit & Beck, 2004, p. 3).
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What is Nursing Research?
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It is a systematic process of clinical inquiry with the goal of developing new knowledge that addresses issues of importance to the nursing profession such as nursing practice, education, administration, and informatics.
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Importance of Research in Nursing
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Adopting an Evidence-Based practice means using the best clinical evidence when making patient care decisions.
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Nursing Research enables the nurse to provide high-quality care that is rooted on research evidence.
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Holy Cross Hospital Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Holy Cross Hospital is an ANCC Magnet recognized healthcare facility.
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Educational Preparation for Nursing Research Council Members
Naomi Bucad Mora MSN, RN
Updated July 2010