RESEARCH

VII. RESEARCH


CORE COMPETENCY 1:
Gathers data using different methodologies

Indicators:
Identifies researchable problems regarding patient care and community health
Identifies appropriate methods of research for a particular patient/community problem
Combines quantitative and qualitative nursing design thru simple explanation on the phenomena observed
Analyzes data gathered

CORE COMPETENCY 2:
Recommends actions for implementation

Indicator:
Based on the analysis of data gathered, recommends practical solutions appropriate for the problem

CORE COMPETENCY 3:
Disseminates results of research findings

Indicators:
Communicates results of findings to colleagues/patients/family and to others
Endeavors to publish research
Submits research findings to own agencies and others as appropriate

CORE COMPETENCY 4:
Applies research findings in nursing practice

Indicators:
Utilizes and findings in research in the provision of nursing care to individuals/groups/communities
Makes use of evidence-based nursing to ameliorate nursing practice