Sharing resources for clinical research.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Research
• Healthcare Management
• Collaborative Models

Background:

• Limited healthcare funding presents challenges for conducting nursing research.
• Effective models are needed to foster collaboration between academic institutions and clinical agencies.
• Exploring researchable questions is crucial for advancing nursing practice.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the effectiveness of the Sharing Resources Model for nursing research.
• To identify strategies for involving staff nurses in clinical research.
• To explore methods for implementing and monitoring research findings in practice.

Main Methods:

• Utilized an unstructured, verbal communication approach within the Sharing Resources Model.
• Facilitated collaboration between nurse faculty and clinical agency personnel.
• Documented the need for research development and consultation services.

Main Results:

• The Sharing Resources Model enabled goal accomplishment and nursing research despite funding limitations.
• Nurse faculty acted as team members within clinical agencies, providing consultation.
• Identified key questions regarding staff nurse involvement, research implementation, and stimulating research interest.

Conclusions:

• Increased research collaboration between clinical agencies and schools of nursing is essential.
• The Sharing Resources Model can assist nurse researchers, particularly ET nurses, and highlight the need for formal research support.
• All participants benefit from collaborative research endeavors, regardless of the model used.