Abstract

The implementation of the Research Champions program was an effective strategy to increase the confidence of direct care nurses in research skills, a goal for staff development educators. Postprogram questionnaires conducted at 12 months assessed participants' confidence in specific areas: critique of research manuscripts, comprehension of research statistics, knowledge of the ethics of research, and using research in practice. Data supported that participants' confidence increased in all areas assessed.

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