Mapping the Knowledge Impact of a Magnet® Designated Community Hospital: A Citation Analysis

Area of Science:

• Nursing Research
• Health Services Research
• Hospital Administration

Background:

• Magnet® designation signifies nursing excellence.
• Community hospitals contribute to scholarly work.
• Evaluating research impact is crucial for knowledge advancement.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess the research output, scope, and dissemination of a 5-time Magnet® designated hospital.
• To understand the contribution of nurses to scholarly activities.
• To evaluate the global reach of hospital-generated research.

Main Methods:

• Citation analysis of 74 publications (2008-2025).
• Focused review of top 30 publications based on Google Scholar citations.
• Analysis of author demographics, journal impact factors, and international citation counts.

Main Results:

• Top 30 studies received a median of 24 citations.
• Nurses led 66.7% of studies; 37% included clinical nurse contributors.
• Publications were cited in 29 countries, with high impact in the US, Canada, Australia, and Türkiye.

Conclusions:

• The hospital significantly advances nursing knowledge through inclusive, interdisciplinary scholarship.
• Nurse leaders should advocate for sustained research funding and support.
• Strategic dissemination is key to translating research into practice and enhancing professional identity.