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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education
Published on: June 21, 2010
Doctorally-prepared nurses: different practice settings, different views
1Medical Center of Louisiana, New Orleans, LA, USA.
Nursingconnections
|May 23, 2002
Summary
Doctorally-prepared nurse researchers balance multiple demands in academic and clinical settings. Understanding their distinct functions can enhance career choices and collaboration in nursing research.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Healthcare Administration
Background:
- Nurse researchers aim to improve patient care.
- Academic and clinical settings present unique challenges and resources for nurse researchers.
- The specific environment influences research focus, models, and position parameters.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the functions of doctorally-prepared nurses in academic versus clinical settings.
- To provide insights for informed employment decisions.
- To foster improved collaborative efforts between academic and clinical nurse researchers.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of nurse researcher roles.
- Examination of functional parameters across different settings.
- Literature review on nursing research environments.
Main Results:
- Nurse researcher functions are shaped by institutional demands (education, service, research).
- Resource availability and community service differ significantly between academic and clinical settings.
- Role expectations and research scope vary based on the setting.
Conclusions:
- Understanding setting-specific functions is crucial for doctorally-prepared nurses.
- This knowledge can optimize career paths and inter-setting collaborations.
- Improved understanding can lead to more effective nursing research and practice.
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