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Multilevel library instruction for emerging nursing roles

B W Francis1, C C Fisher

  • 1Health Science Center Library, University of Florida, Gainesville 32610-0206, USA.

Bulletin of the Medical Library Association
|October 1, 1995
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New nursing roles require enhanced information-seeking skills. The University of Florida offers a comprehensive, integrated library curriculum for all nursing students, addressing a gap in nursing education.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Information Science

Background:

  • Evolving nursing roles demand advanced decision-making and primary care skills.
  • Existing nursing literature reveals a lack of comprehensive library instruction across all educational levels.
  • The University of Florida (UF) addresses this gap with a unique, integrated library curriculum.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe UF's multilevel, course-integrated library curriculum for nursing students.
  • To outline the developed learning objectives for each educational stage.
  • To present the methods used for evaluating the effectiveness of the library program.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive search of nursing and library literature was conducted.
  • UF's multilevel, course-integrated curriculum was developed and implemented.

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  • Instruction included online public access catalog, print resources, and electronic databases.
  • A technologically equipped library classroom facilitated hands-on database interaction.

    • Main Results:

    • UF has established one of the few multilevel, course-integrated library curricula for all nursing program entrants.
    • Specific learning objectives were defined for undergraduate, returning registered nurse, and graduate levels.
    • The program incorporates diverse resources, from traditional print to advanced electronic databases.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed curriculum effectively addresses the evolving information-seeking needs of nurses.
    • Integrated library instruction is crucial for preparing nurses for expanded roles and responsibilities.
    • Evaluation methods are in place to assess the program's impact and guide future improvements.