Opinion
Setting out to do a PhD? Some important things to consider
How to deal with an unsuccessful research bid and what to do next
Are you prepared for the nursing research challenge in 2024?
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Setting out to do a PhD? Some important things to consider
Make sure your big and exciting decision is well thought through
How to deal with an unsuccessful research bid and what to do next
Our tips and advice can help you succeed in your bid next time
Are you prepared for the nursing research challenge in 2024?
Strengthening connections between research and clinical practice should be your future goal
Tips on how to improve research productivity and time management
How a proactive approach will help you to maximise your output
Under the skin of a nurse researcher – new podcast will open up roles and career paths
The Nurse Researcher podcast hopes to demystify clinical academia and offer practical advice
Are you reluctant to peer review? How to enhance the experience
An overview of the process and guidance to overcome the challenges faced
Expert advice
Active listening: what is it and how can I use it effectively?
Tips on honing your communication skills to improve outcomes
Moral injury: what to do if are affected by it, and how to reduce the risk
Being forced to make decisions that go against your morals can take an emotional toll
Menopause: what reasonable adjustments can I expect at work?
Most nurses will experience menopause and new guidance says employers have a duty to help
How to give your best to patients when you’re lacking motivation
Finding ways to boost morale and reaching out to peers can help you get back on track
5 tips to help you get fit – without paying for gym membership you might struggle to use
Steps you can take to protect your mind and body from the demands of the job
How words can hurt: tips on avoiding language that stigmatises patients and diseases
Certain terms have the power to belittle or frighten patients, and even affect outcomes
Editorial
Why the shortage of nurse academics is so important to all nurses
The expertise and experience of academics is vital to support workforce capacity
What makes a good supervisor?
Research supervisors can make a huge contribution to boost student confidence and performance
What is the role of peer reviewers and how do I become one?
Critical appraisal of papers is a key part of publication in journals like Nurse Researcher
When writing for publication have a clear message and share new ideas and knowledge
Ask if your paper adds to current knowledge and what can someone take away from it
Why it is vital to ensure the spotlight is put on nursing’s contribution in research
The significant value nurses’ can bring to research is in danger of being overlooked
What have nurse researchers learned from the COVID-19 pandemic?
Elizabeth Halcomb looks at some of the key lessons and initiatives
Reviews
Doing a Literature Review in Nursing, Health and Social Care (Second edition)
This book provides a concise and informative guide to the process of literature review in nursing, health and social care, and is applicable to students and professionals.
An Adventure in Statistics: The Reality Enigma
If you are undertaking a research module or degree requiring statistics, then this textbook will be a valuable addition to your library.
Routledge Handbook on the Global History of Nursing
The chapters in this book vary in the depth, nature and quality of historical research they represent, but all are interesting and worth reading. Some focus on particular methods and others focus on various historical topics.
An Introduction to Qualitative Research: Learning in the Field (Fourth edition)
Covering three central ideas– research is about learning, should be purposeful and must be conducted systematically – this book proves itself to be a comprehensive guide to qualitative research.
Applied Qualitative Research Design: A Total Framework Approach
This book is suffused with the elements of what the authors call the total quality framework – namely credibility, analysability, transparency and usefulness. Each chapter is built around this framework so the important decisions needed throughout the stages of a qualitative research study are covered.
Action Research for Nurses
The authors of this long overdue book offer a cogent critique of the current body of nursing and research knowledge guided by three basic questions: » What constitutes nursing knowledge? » How is knowledge acquired? » How is nursing knowledge put to use?