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Bridging the theory-practice gap: a practice-relevant research course for RN to BSN students
Rebecca Creech Tart1, Donald D Kautz, Kimberly D Rudisill
1Catawba Valley Medical Center, Hickory, North Carolina, USA.
Nurse Educator
|August 23, 2011
Summary
This study highlights a successful collaboration between a nursing instructor and a hospital
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Evidence-Based Practice
Background:
- Bridging the gap between nursing theory and practice is crucial for effective patient care.
- Fostering a passion for research and evidence-based practice (EBP) early in nurses' careers is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a collaborative approach to teaching a practice-relevant research course for RN to BSN students.
- To assess the impact of the course on students' engagement with research and EBP.
Main Methods:
- A nursing instructor and a hospital's director for research and EBP partnered to deliver the course.
- Students actively participated in the evidence-based practice (EBP) process.
- Students presented formal reports on their EBP project outcomes.
Main Results:
- Students engaged in the practical application of research and EBP principles.
- The course facilitated the integration of theoretical knowledge with clinical practice.
- Student feedback indicated a positive and impactful learning experience, bridging the theory-practice gap.
Conclusions:
- Collaborative teaching models can effectively enhance nursing students' understanding and application of research and EBP.
- Experiential learning in EBP fosters confidence and competence in nursing practice.
- This approach successfully bridges the theory-practice gap for RN to BSN students.
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