ADVANCING CLINICAL PRACTICE THROUGH NURSING SCIENCE: A REVIEW OF KEY FINDINGS, TRENDS, AND INNOVATIONS

Author Name: 1. Dr. Jeba T 2. Dr.P.Vanaja 3. Dr. Irfan Elahai 4. Dr. Amit Kumar Kumawat

Volume/Issue: 05/09

Country: India/Dubai

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/02.2025-43774529/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. Principal, Sri Balaji College of Nursing, Cheranmahadevi, Tamil Nadu, India.
2. Senior Nursing Tutor, College of Nursing, Madras Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
3. Assistant Professor cum Clinical Educator, Al futtaim Health Dubai.
4. Associate Professor, Parul Institute of Nursing, Parul University, Vadodara, India.

ABSTRACT

Advancing clinical practice through nursing science is crucial for improving patient outcomes and optimizing healthcare delivery. Nursing science, which encompasses research, evidence-based practices, and innovative interventions, plays a pivotal role in shaping contemporary clinical care. This review explores key findings, emerging trends, and recent innovations that have significantly influenced nursing practice. It highlights how evidence-based practices have transformed nursing interventions, leading to improved patient safety, quality of care, and clinical outcomes. Technological innovations, such as the integration of digital health tools, telehealth, and nursing informatics, have revolutionized patient monitoring, communication, and decision-making processes. Additionally, the review emphasizes the growing importance of interprofessional collaboration and patient-centered care models in enhancing clinical practice. It also examines the impact of advanced practice nursing roles, such as nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists, in providing high-level care and leadership. The review further addresses the ongoing challenges and barriers to implementing nursing science in clinical settings, such as resource limitations, resistance to change, and the need for continued professional development. Finally, the article looks toward the future of nursing science, predicting continued advancements in technology, education, and research that will drive clinical innovation. By synthesizing key findings, trends, and innovations, this review underscores the critical role of nursing science in shaping the future of healthcare and fostering improved patient care.

Key words: Nursing Science, Clinical Practice, Evidence-Based Practice, Nursing Research, Innovation in Nursing