Abstract
Health care in the United States has been in a critical state for decades and the
recent pandemic has added additional stress to a system that is underpinned by widespread
variation in practice and care. Evidence-based practice (EBP) is a methodological,
problem-solving approach to identify best practices that, when implemented and sustained,
leads to quality outcomes, and actualization of true high reliability. To reap the benefits of EBP, however, leaders must do more than simply build EBP competencies.
This article provides clarity, guidance, and resources for leaders who are beginning
or advancing integration of EBP in their organizations.
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Biography
Laura Caramanica, PhD, RN, CENP, CNE, FACHE, FAAN, is graduate program director and professor at Tanner Health System School of Nursing, University of West Georgia, in Carrollton, Georgia. She can be reached at [email protected] Lynn P. Gallagher-Ford, is chief operating officer and clinical director at Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for EBP, The Ohio State University, in Columbus Ohio.
Article info
Publication history
Published online: August 02, 2022
Accepted:
June 23,
2022
Received:
June 17,
2022
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