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Energize staff to create a research agenda
Susan A Bethel1, Sue Seitz, Cathie Osika Landreth
1Nursing Clinical Programs & Research, Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center, ISC Bldg, 3rd Floor; 525 Grove Rd, Greenville SC 29605, USA. sbethel@ghs.org
Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS
|August 21, 2012
Summary
Establishing nursing research priorities is crucial for institutions. A Delphi technique survey involving nurses at all levels identified the top 5 research priorities, forming a foundation for future nursing research agendas.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Health Services Research
- Research Priority Setting
Background:
- Institutions require a structured approach to identify and align nursing research priorities.
- Engaging diverse nursing staff is essential for developing a relevant and sustainable research agenda.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish a foundational nursing research agenda by identifying and prioritizing key areas through a consensus-building method.
- To align institutional nursing research efforts with strategic goals and pillars of excellence.
Main Methods:
- The Delphi technique was employed, involving three rounds of surveys to gather feedback from nurses across various practice areas and roles.
- Mixed methods were used to achieve consensus on emerging themes, with a final ranking of priorities by participants.
- A nursing research council conducted a literature review, critiqued evidence, and formulated research questions based on the identified priorities.
Main Results:
- The study successfully identified the top 5 nursing research priorities through a systematic, multi-round feedback process.
- The Delphi method facilitated alignment and input from all levels of nursing staff, fostering a sense of ownership.
- The identified priorities were integrated into the institution's strategic goals and pillars of excellence.
Conclusions:
- The Delphi technique is a beneficial and structured approach for setting nursing research priorities within an institution.
- Involving nurses from all levels strengthens the foundation and broadens the scope of institutional nursing research.
- The established research agenda provides a clear direction for future nursing research endeavors.
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