The nursing practice may go smoothly, but sometimes evidence-based practice is required to implement critical changes. For example, there is always a lack of time when there is a need to implement EBP, such as working out plans for essential nursing training. Lack of time is a substantial barrier that could be overcome through the use of health informatics technologies. Working with EHRS and smart technologies is increasingly becoming widespread, and nurses may need some support in using health information technologies (Robinson & Kersey, 2018). Such support could be expressed in the provision of training sessions on working with data or the latest devices.
As a result, nurses would be better able to take care of patients and protect their interests. For example, using EHRS helps avoid medical errors and conduct better research through the collection of health data. But working with EHRS should be evidence-based, as there are many sensitive nuances of which the nurses should be warned (Mills, 2019). Collecting and systematizing scientific evidence about prescribing practices can ensure safety and avoid medical errors. EHR systems provide an opportunity for nurses to facilitate the collection and use of evidence and improve nursing care. Equally important, a performance assessment through the evidence-based process could help identify weaknesses in nursing practice.
My thinking about research and evidence-based practice has changed dramatically during the course. Previously, I understood the need for nursing practice only concerning treating complex diseases, regarding which scientists are constantly conducting research. For example, cancer treatment should be based on evidence and follow current protocols. However, after reading the material in this course, I realized how evidence-based practice could be more comprehensive. In particular, I learned that evidence-based practice could be used to better understand the daily responsibilities of a nurse, including working with technology or resolving conflicts in a healthcare facility. The evidence-based practice can also be successfully applied to constantly update the requirements for working with patients with the coronavirus.
References
Mills, S. (2019). Electronic health records and use of clinical decision support. Critical Care Nursing Clinics, 31(2), 125-131.
Robinson, K. E., & Kersey, J. A. (2018). Novel electronic health record (EHR) education intervention in large healthcare organizations improves quality, efficiency, time, and impact on burnout. Medicine, 97(38), 1-5.