Empowering nursing training and education in Canada
Amanda Ross-White, Health Sciences Librarian at Queen’s University in Canada, has witnessed a dramatic expansion of the university’s nursing programme since the pandemic. With the surge in nursing students and the need for enhanced educational delivery, BMJ Best Practice has become a cornerstone in Amanda’s toolkit. The point of care tool supports her efforts in teaching systematic reviews and evidence-based practice. It also helps her guide students through the complexities of evaluating and using information as part of their learning and clinical contexts.
Amanda told us that she actively incorporates BMJ Best Practice into her curriculum because it helps undergraduate and graduate nursing students develop practical skills in translating complex research into accessible, patient-friendly resources. She also explained the importance of point of care tools throughout career stages.
With the rapid growth in nursing enrolments, the efficiency and reliability of BMJ Group’s tools can help librarians, like Amanda, to offer the best available support across a broader range of needs, from systematic reviews to point-of-care information. BMJ Best Practice provides quick access, so teaching with it ensures that nursing students at Queen’s University are always well equipped to meet the challenges of their profession and improve patient care. This example of Amanda’s clever integration of BMJ Best Practice into her educational programmes exemplifies how its use can enhance the learning experience and support the evolving landscape of nursing education.
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