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The Roles and Contributions of Informatics Nurses in Clinical Practice: A Qualitative Study.
Manal Kleib1, Elizabeth Darko1, Gillian Strudwick2
1Faculty of Nursing, Edmonton Clinic Health Academy, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB.
Computers, Informatics, Nursing : CIN
|February 3, 2026
Summary
Canadian nurses are actively engaging in nursing informatics roles, leveraging clinical expertise. Enhanced support and role clarity are crucial for advancing informatics practice and ensuring safe, technology-enabled patient care.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Health Informatics
- Healthcare Technology
Background:
- The integration of advanced health technology has led to the emergence of specialized nursing roles.
- There is a growing demand for nurses in informatics, yet limited understanding of their engagement in Canadian healthcare.
- Nursing informatics roles are critical for supporting technology adoption in clinical settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the diverse nursing informatics roles assumed by Canadian nurses in clinical practice.
- To understand the experiences and contributions of nurses in informatics roles.
- To identify factors influencing the engagement and advancement of nurses in informatics.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative descriptive design utilizing thematic analysis.
- Semistructured interviews conducted with 22 nurses in informatics roles.
- Data collected from nurses in clinical settings within a Western Canadian province.
Main Results:
- Three key themes emerged: qualifying for and advancing in roles, rewarding aspects, and challenges.
- Nurses demonstrate enthusiasm for informatics roles, driven by clinical knowledge.
- Limited formal informatics education was noted, alongside a need for greater role clarity and support.
Conclusions:
- Nurses are prepared to enter and excel in informatics roles, despite educational gaps.
- Enhanced role clarity and support systems are essential for nurses in informatics practice.
- Investing in nursing informatics development is vital for professional advancement and safe patient care in digital health environments.
Keywords:
Canadian health careDigital healthNurse informaticianNurse informaticistNurse informatics specialistNursing informaticsMore Related Videos
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