Navigating the Global Landscape of Nursing Informatics Research Collaboration: A Blueprint for Success

Area of Science:

• Nursing Informatics
• Global Health Research
• Technology Adoption in Healthcare

Background:

• International collaboration is vital for nursing informatics research.
• Globally relevant research informs health policy and practice.
• The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for studying technology use in nursing.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the establishment of an international research collaboration.
• To evaluate nurses' experiences with technology during the pandemic.
• To identify facilitators and challenges of international research partnerships.

Main Methods:

• Case study methodology.
• Description of collaboration creation and successes.
• Discussion of facilitators and challenges encountered.

Main Results:

• Successful establishment of an international research collaboration.
• Insights into facilitators for effective international teamwork.
• Identification of challenges in conducting global research.

Conclusions:

• International collaborations enhance the scope and impact of nursing informatics research.
• Sharing experiences facilitates the development of future global research endeavors.
• Understanding facilitators and challenges is crucial for successful international research partnerships.