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Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing

|July 1, 1996

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Continuing education for nurses is vital amid healthcare changes. Understanding research utilization models and barriers helps staff development educators improve nursing practice and bridge the knowledge gap.

Area of Science:

Nursing Education
Healthcare Management
Evidence-Based Practice

Background:

The nursing profession faces significant challenges due to evolving healthcare demands and rapid information growth.
Current healthcare crises necessitate continuous adaptation and the integration of new knowledge into practice.
Continuing/staff development educators play a crucial role in navigating these changes within the nursing profession.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the challenges faced by continuing/staff development educators in the current healthcare landscape.
To emphasize the importance of research utilization for effective nursing staff functioning.
To identify strategies for bridging the gap between research generation and practical application in nursing.

Main Methods:

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This study reviews current literature on continuing education in nursing.

It examines models and projects related to research utilization in healthcare settings.

It analyzes perceived barriers to the implementation of research findings by nursing staff.

Main Results:

The rapid expansion of information and technology presents unique challenges for nursing staff development.
Effective utilization of current research is essential for maintaining efficient and competent nursing operations.
Recognizing barriers to research utilization is key for educators.

Conclusions:

Continuing/staff development educators must be familiar with research utilization models to support nursing practice.
Bridging the gap between knowledge generation and utilization is critical for nursing's response to healthcare challenges.
Proactive strategies are needed to integrate research findings into daily nursing activities.