Research is essential for defining the nursing profession by providing guidelines for ascertaining best practices and advancing the science of nursing practice. The application of research findings is vital for improving patients' outcomes and for ensuring that nursing practice is both cost-efficient and effective. Research findings are not always implemented into nursing practice which is known as the research gap. Nurses interviewed stated they were aware of a few research findings that were implemented into …showed first 75 words of 837 total…

…showed last 75 words of 837 total…to provide better outcomes for the patients, sharing with our peers these findings is a wonderful opportunity for us to make a difference in our profession. Becoming involved in nursing research provides a fantastic avenue to create change. What better way than to do your own research projects that show first hand positive results. Just as it takes time for a seed planted to grow and flourish, research takes time and is an ongoing process.