Abstract

A mentorship program was created to increase the engagement of clinical nurses in evidence-based practice projects. Within the first three months, the number of projects led by a clinical nurse tripled. It demonstrates a focus on improving the culture of clinical inquiry through the mentoring of clinical nurses.

Description

45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Author Details

Tanya F. Lott, MSN, RN-BC - Nursing Administration, Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Charleston, SC, USA; Ronda Hughes, PhD, MHS, RN, FAAN

Sigma Membership

Gamma Omicron at-Large

Lead Author Affiliation

Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Charleston, South Carolina, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

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Keywords:

Clinical Nurse, Evidence-based Practice, Mentor, Mentorship

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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The implementation of an evidence-based practice mentorship program

Washington, DC, USA

A mentorship program was created to increase the engagement of clinical nurses in evidence-based practice projects. Within the first three months, the number of projects led by a clinical nurse tripled. It demonstrates a focus on improving the culture of clinical inquiry through the mentoring of clinical nurses.