An Integrative Review of Interventions for Enhancing Leadership in the Implementation of Evidence ‐Based Nursing

AbstractBackgroundThe most common barriers to evidence ‐based nursing (EBN) are related to nurse leadership and to organizational characteristics. Scientific evidence is needed regarding interventions that support nurse leadership.AimsThe aim was to gather, assess, and synthesize the current empirical evidence regarding interventions for enhancing nursing leadership in EBN implementation.MethodsWe conducted an integrative review of interventions that enhance the roles of nurse leaders in EBN implementation using reporting guidance according to the PRISMA statement.ResultsThe search identified five studies, which described two intervention types: interventions improving nurse leaders ’ capabilities for EBN implementation and supporting the activities for EBN implementing. The interventions focused on strategic, teamwork, and individual levels. All interventions produced positive outcomes on primary outcomes, however all not statistically significant.Linking Evidence to ActionThe studies mainly had descriptive designs and short follow ‐up times, so it was not possible to propose evidence‐based recommendations for effective interventions. The certainty of evidence was very low due to the study designs and the risk of bias. Structured clinical education might promote new innovations in evidence‐based leadership in nursing. Co nclusions about the impact of the interventions must be drawn with caution. They might be useful for promoting the abilities of nurse leaders to i...

Source: Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing - October 15, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Tarja V älimäki, Pirjo Partanen, Arja Häggman‐Laitila Tags: Original Article Source Type: research