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Writing for publication as an advanced practice nurse
1College of Nursing, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, USA.
Nursingconnections
|May 2, 2000
Summary
Advanced practice nurses (APN) create innovations but often fail to share them. This article offers strategies for APNs to integrate professional writing into their practice, enhancing knowledge dissemination.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Healthcare Innovation
- Professional Communication
Background:
- Advanced practice nurses (APNs) are key innovators in patient care delivery.
- Despite developing novel interventions and initiatives, APNs often do not disseminate their findings.
- Lack of communication hinders the broader adoption and impact of nursing advancements.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present strategies for integrating professional writing into the advanced practice nurse role.
- To empower APNs to effectively communicate their innovations.
- To enhance the dissemination of nursing interventions and healthcare delivery models.
Main Methods:
- Review of current practices in professional communication for nurses.
- Identification of barriers to knowledge sharing among APNs.
- Development of actionable strategies for incorporating writing into APN roles.
Main Results:
- Professional writing offers a structured method for APNs to document and share innovations.
- Strategies include manuscript preparation, grant writing, and presentation development.
- Overcoming communication barriers can amplify the impact of APN-led initiatives.
Conclusions:
- Integrating professional writing is crucial for advanced practice nurses to disseminate innovations.
- Effective communication strategies can advance nursing science and improve patient outcomes.
- Empowering APNs as communicators benefits the healthcare community.