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Ruco A, Morassaei S, Di Prospero L. Development of Research Core Competencies for Academic Practice Among Health Professionals: A Mixed-Methods Approach. Qual Manag Health Care 2024:00019514-990000000-00070. [PMID: 38414261 DOI: 10.1097/qmh.0000000000000443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/29/2024]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Of the 4 pillars of academic practice for nursing and allied health, research has been the least developed and no standard competency framework exists that is embedded in health professional scopes of practice. The objective of this article is to report on the preliminary development and pilot-testing of research and academic scholarship core competencies for nonphysician health professionals working within a large urban academic health sciences center. METHODS We conducted an internal and external environmental scan and multiphase consultation process to develop research and academic core competencies for health professionals working within an interprofessional setting. RESULTS The final framework outlines 3 levels of research proficiency (novice, proficient, and advanced) and the relevant roles, specific competencies, and observable actions and/or activities for each proficiency level. CONCLUSIONS Organizations should consider the integration of the framework within performance management processes and the development of a road map and self-assessment survey to track progress over time and support health professionals with their academic practice goals.
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Affiliation(s)
- Arlinda Ruco
- Author Affiliations: Interdisciplinary Health Program, St Francis Xavier University, Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada (Dr Ruco); Peter Gilgan Centre for Women's Cancers, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Dr Ruco); Practice-Based Research and Innovation, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Mss Morassaei and Di Prospero); School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada (Ms Morassaei); and Department of Radiation Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Ms Di Prospero)
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Valenzano TJ, Bellicoso D, Morassaei S, Topolovec-Vranic J, Churchill K, Thomson N, Harris A, Jeffs L, Di Prospero L. Advancing Practice-Based Research among Nursing and Health Disciplines Professionals by Creating a Network of Leaders. J Med Imaging Radiat Sci 2022; 53:S71-S78. [PMID: 35232693 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmir.2022.02.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2021] [Revised: 01/20/2022] [Accepted: 02/08/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Representatives from various practice-based research programs have come together to establish a Canadian Practice-Based Research Network (CP-BRN). CP-BRN is a collective of healthcare leaders focused on identifying approaches and leveraging resources to support clinician-led research to advance evidence-based practice. This paper presents an overview of the development of the CP-BRN, the proceedings from the inaugural meeting of CPBRN members, and recommendations for nursing and allied health profession leaders considering establishing their own practice-based research programs. Next steps for the network are to raise awareness of its mission, expand the network membership as to grow its influence among healthcare leaders and to further advance evidence-based practice across both healthcare and academic institutions.
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- Teresa J Valenzano
- Interprofessional Practice Based Research, Practice, Unity Health Toronto, Toronto, Canada; Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, Canada
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- Interprofessional Practice Based Research, Practice, Unity Health Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Practice-Based Research and Innovation, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Canada; School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Queen's University, Kingston, Canada
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- Interprofessional Practice Based Research, Practice, Unity Health Toronto, Toronto, Canada; Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, Canada
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- Health Professions Strategy & Practice, Alberta Health Service, Calgary, Canada; Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
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- Quality, Innovation, Patient Safety & Experience, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Toronto, Canada; Institute of Health Policy Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Professional Practice, Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga, Canada; Institute for Better Health, Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga, Canada; Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada; Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, Sinai Health, Toronto, Canada; Institute of Health Policy Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Practice-Based Research and Innovation, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Canada; Department of Radiation Oncology, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
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Cheuk Tweety N, Johansen S, Morassaei S, Erler D, Gunn C, D'Alimonte L, McLaney E, Di Prospero L. Translating interprofessional collaboration competencies to an international research team. J Med Imaging Radiat Sci 2021; 52:S51-S56. [PMID: 34645577 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmir.2021.09.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Revised: 09/22/2021] [Accepted: 09/24/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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INTRODUCTION While there has been strong emphasis on enhancing interprofessional education and interprofessional care in the published literature, there is relatively little literature focused on advancing interprofessional research. In extrapolating from the current frameworks of interprofessional collaboration (IPC), it becomes clear that the core competencies of IPC are transferable to research teams. The aim of this paper is to present our experience of an international research team framed within core competencies for IPC. METHODS A simplified narrative inquiry approach was used to share the experience of an international research team framed within six core competencies of IPC. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION By way of our international research collaboration, we demonstrate the translation of key core competencies for IPC. We share key learnings and mitigation strategies for the successful outcomes of the research team. CONCLUSION To embark on a successful international research collaboration requires integrating IPC core competencies across the entire research continuum. In addition to the core competencies of collaboration, enablers to success also include digital collaborative forums, existing professional relationships and research projects that offer global meaning and value.
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- Ng Cheuk Tweety
- Practice-based Research and Innovation, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Canada
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- Oslo Metropolitan University, Health Faculty, Oslo, Norway; Oslo University Hospital, Cancer Treatment Department, Oslo, Norway
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- Practice-based Research and Innovation, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Canada; School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Queen's University, Kingston, Canada
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- Practice-based Research and Innovation, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Canada; Department of Radiation Oncology, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- School of Health Sciences, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Canada
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada; Windsor Regional Cancer Centre, Windsor, Canada
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- Practice-based Research and Innovation, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Canada; Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada; Centre for Interprofessional Education, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Practice-based Research and Innovation, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Canada; Department of Radiation Oncology, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
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Ruco A, Nichol K, Morassaei S, Bola R, Di Prospero L. Supporting Discovery and Inquiry: A Canadian Hospital's Approach to Building Research and Innovation Capacity in Point-of-Care Health Professionals. Qual Manag Health Care 2021; 30:267-275. [PMID: 33843828 DOI: 10.1097/qmh.0000000000000294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Building capacity for research and innovation among point-of-care health professionals can translate into positive outcomes from the organization, staff, and patient perspective. However, there is not a widely accepted framework in place across academic hospitals to guide this work and measure impact. This article outlines one Canadian hospital's approach and provides a blueprint with appropriate indicators as a starting point and guide for organizations looking to develop and implement a practice-based research and innovation strategy. METHODS An adapted framework was utilized to measure and track progress toward achievement of research and innovation strategic goals. The framework outlines key domains for research and capacity development and appropriate metrics. Data are reported from a 4-year period (2014-2018). RESULTS The evaluation of the practice-based research and innovation portfolio identified several important factors that contribute to the success of embedding this strategy across a large academic teaching institution. These include using a collaborative leadership model, leveraging linkages, partnerships, and collaborations, and recognizing the academic contributions of health professionals engaging in research and innovation. CONCLUSIONS Engaging those who provide care directly to patients and families in research and innovation is critical to ensuring high-quality health outcomes and patient experience. Creative and innovative funding models, collaborative leadership, and partnerships with key stakeholders to support research and innovation are needed to ensure sustainability.
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- Arlinda Ruco
- Department of Surgery, St Michael's Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Ms Ruco); Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation (Ms Ruco), Dalla Lana School of Public Health (Dr Nichol), and Department of Radiation Oncology (Ms Di Prospero), University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; VHA Home HealthCare, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Dr Nichol); Centre for Research Expertise in Occupational Disease, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Dr Nichol); Practice-Based Research and Innovation (Ms Morassaei), Odette Cancer Centre (Ms Bola), and Practice-Based Research and Innovation and Education Research Unit (Ms Di Prospero), Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada (Ms Morassaei); Elekta Reference Site, SBRT Training Institute, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Ms Bola); and Sunnybrook Research Institute, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Ms Bola)
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Building Capacity in Health Professionals to Conduct Quality Improvement: Evaluation From a Collaborative Interorganizational Program. J Nurs Care Qual 2021; 36:229-235. [PMID: 33079817 DOI: 10.1097/ncq.0000000000000520] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND The Toronto Academic Health Sciences Network Health Professions Innovation Fellowship Program began in 2014 as a pilot initiative among 4 academic teaching hospitals in Toronto, Ontario. The purpose of the Program was to cultivate applied leadership, interprofessional collaboration, and quality improvement capacity among health professionals. PURPOSE This article reports on the evaluation findings from the initial year as well as an update on current program status and sustainability. METHODS A formative evaluation was conducted focused on the impact on clinical practice, participant skill development, participant experience, and cross-organizational partnerships. Data were collected through a focus group, interviews, and pre- and postsurveys. RESULTS Data from the initial pilot showed increases in leadership practices, project management, and quality improvement knowledge, with changes in leadership practices being significant. Positive changes in clinical practice at both the individual and unit/team levels and capacity for building relationships were also reported. Since the pilot, more than 160 participants from 15 health professions and 9 organizations have participated. Several graduates have taken on leadership roles since their participation in the Program. CONCLUSIONS Health care organizations wishing to advance academic practice may benefit from implementing a similar collaborative program to reap benefits beyond organizational silos.
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