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Special Session/Plenary Session

Abstract

Explore the critical role of nurse-led initiatives in evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and research. This session highlights how nursing leadership transforms patient outcomes and drives ROI across teams. Discover actionable strategies, real-world case studies, and a live demo of Ovid Synthesis, a platform streamlining EBP and research. Learn how nurse-driven innovation improves care delivery, efficiency, and engagement—empowering nurses as evidence champions.

Notes

References:

Connor L, Dean J, McNeet M, et al. Evidence-based practice improves patient outcomes and healthcare system return on investment: Findings from a scoping review. Worldviews Evid Based Nurs. 2023;20(1):6-15.

Author Details

Devin Carr, DNP, RN, RRT, ACNS-BC, NEA-BC, CPPS; Kristiina Hyrkäs, PhD, LicNSc, MNSc, RN; Angela Bennett, MSN, MPH, RN, NPD-BC, CEN; Emily Calabro, PhD, RN, CCRN, CHPN, CLNC, CCISM; Maddy Hirshan, Strategic Marketing Leader, SaaS & AI @ Wolters Kluwer Health

Sigma Membership

Kappa Zeta at-Large

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Expert Opinion (nationally/internationally recognized)

Research Approach

Other

Keywords:

Interprofessional Evidence-Based Solutions, Leadership, Nursing Leadership, Return on Investment

Conference Name

48th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Conference Year

2025

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Review Type

Invited Presentation

Acquisition

Proxy-submission

Date of Issue

2025-12-10

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Driving ROI Through Nurse-Led Initiatives: EBP, QI, and Research in Action

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Explore the critical role of nurse-led initiatives in evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and research. This session highlights how nursing leadership transforms patient outcomes and drives ROI across teams. Discover actionable strategies, real-world case studies, and a live demo of Ovid Synthesis, a platform streamlining EBP and research. Learn how nurse-driven innovation improves care delivery, efficiency, and engagement—empowering nurses as evidence champions.