A novel administrative structure supporting academic nursing practice-based scholarship

Abstract

BackgroundPractice-based scholarship (PBS) is critical for advancing nursing science, and for changing and saving lives. PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to share two major initiatives implemented at a Midwest College of Nursing (CON) to improve support for PBS. MethodsThe CON's Office of Research and Scholarship and Office of Faculty Practice were strategically redesigned to integrate and support practice scholarship across the CON. ConclusionWe share this example as a call to action and blueprint for other schools interested in elevating and advancing PBS.