The Impact of the Doctorate of Nursing Practice Nurse in a Hospital Setting

Tussing, Todd E.; Brinkman, Bevra; Francis, Deborah; Hixon, Brenda; Labardee, Ruth; Chipps, Esther

doi:10.1097/nna.0000000000000688

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“…It is imperative to integrate the essential practice scholarship competencies of the DNP graduate into healthcare system roles and responsibilities. 9 Healthcare providers are facing complex health systems, complicated payment systems, high demand for quality and innovation, and accountability for practice outcomes. 5 Clearly, there is a need for DNP-prepared nurses to assist organizations to develop mechanisms to achieve financial stability and meet desired population health outcomes.…”

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“…With visioning and support, hospital and health system leaders have the opportunity to facilitate the contribution of these advanced practice nurses in new and redesigned roles that contribute to achievement of strategic goals. It is imperative to integrate the essential practice scholarship competencies of the DNP graduate into healthcare system roles and responsibilities 9 …”

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Impact of Practice Scholarship as Perceived by Nurses Holding a DNP Degree

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JONA: The Journal of Nursing Administration

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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to explore the perceived impact of practice scholarship among DNP-prepared nurses and the relationship of impact to primary work role and years since graduation. BACKGROUND Healthcare organizations continuously seek ways to improve health outcomes and reduce cost. Doctor of Nursing Practice–prepared nurses are educated with essential competencies to lead healthcare reform initiatives based on their practice scholarship contribution. METHODS A cross-sectional design was used to administer a self-report online survey to a convenience sample of 306 DNP graduates currently in practice. RESULTS The highest impact of practice scholarship was perceived on patients, populations, quality of care, and the profession. The impact on policy, cost, and cost savings was significantly lower. No significant difference was found on practice scholarship impact based on role or between years of experience since graduation. CONCLUSION Doctor of Nursing Practice competencies support practice scholarship outcomes. Organizational resources are needed to support the impact of practice scholarship.

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Impact of Practice Scholarship as Perceived by Nurses Holding a DNP Degree

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Moran

Beebe

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JONA: The Journal of Nursing Administration

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“…However, unclear role definitions hinder the ability of DNP-prepared nurses to use what they have learned to quantify impact (Beeber et al, 2019; Nichols et al, 2014). It is imperative to integrate practice scholarship activities into innovative roles and responsibilities (Tussing et al, 2018).…”

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Practice scholarship satisfaction and impact as perceived by DNP-prepared nurses

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Moran

Beebe

et al. 2022

J Am Assoc Nurse Pract

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Background:Today's health systems are complex and are challenged to strive for high-quality care that leads to optimal health outcomes. Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)-prepared nurses have the necessary competencies to influence health systems and delivery, that lead to safe and effective practice, by implementing practice scholarship, the translation of science to transform health care delivery, and clinical inquiry to improve practice.Purpose:The purpose of this study was to determine DNP-prepared nurses' satisfaction with their frequency of engagement in practice scholarship, and the relationship between the satisfaction and perceived impact of practice scholarship.Methods:In this cross-sectional study, DNP-prepared nurses (n = 309) were recruited from a U.S. national membership organization and were asked to complete an online survey.Results:Usable data findings (n = 269) revealed that 81% of participants reported feeling very, or moderately, satisfied with time spent engaging in practice scholarship or clinical inquiry in the areas of quality improvement, translation of research, and evidence-based practice; however, 19% expressed minimal satisfaction or dissatisfaction. There was a significant, moderate positive correlation between impact and satisfaction with time spent engaging in practice scholarship.Conclusions:Unclear roles and the lack of objective data measurement of practice scholarship are hindering the ability of DNP-prepared nurses to work to the full extent of their education and scope of practice.Implications:Further studies to develop processes and tools to measure the value and impact of DNP-prepared nurses on quality and safety, health care policies, systems, and population health are recommended.

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“…This proposal represented a major professional paradigm shift in nursing practice and education that has resulted in a nationwide debate and divisiveness among stakeholders in healthcare and academia. Despite the growing numbers of DNP-prepared nurses, the impact of the DNP in the academic and hospital settings continues to be determined [9,5]. Dissension in the academic setting regarding the role of the DNP in nursing education continues [10].…”

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