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The research role of the advanced nurse practitioner
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|March 14, 1996
Summary
The advanced nurse practitioner (ANP) research role needs better definition to prevent unrealistic expectations. Organizations must support ANPs in research, not expect them to work in isolation.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Research
- Advanced Practice Nursing
Background:
- The research role of advanced nurse practitioners (ANPs) is not well-defined in existing literature.
- Lack of role clarity can lead to unrealistic expectations for ANPs in research endeavors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To clarify the research role of the advanced nurse practitioner.
- To highlight the need for organizational preparedness and support for ANP research activities.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on the ANP research role.
- Analysis of expectations placed on ANPs in research settings.
Main Results:
- The research role of ANPs is underdeveloped in current literature.
- Individual ANPs may face undue burdens due to undefined research expectations.
Conclusions:
- Clearer definition of the ANP research role is essential.
- Organizations must actively prepare for and support ANP research, rather than placing sole responsibility on the individual practitioner.