Integration of Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing Science

Abstract

Background: Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) is essential in modern nursing for improving patient outcomes, enhancing quality of care, and ensuring safety. Despite its proven benefits, adoption remains inconsistent across healthcare settings due to barriers such as lack of training, limited resources, and resistance to change. Understanding these challenges and identifying effective strategies are critical for integrating EBP into routine nursing practice. Methodology: This review synthesizes findings from scientific literature, policy documents, and clinical implementation studies. It evaluates educational interventions, organizational frameworks, and technological tools that support EBP adoption. Key strategies assessed include leadership support, mentorship programs, continuing professional development, and digital platforms facilitating access to clinical guidelines and research evidence. Results: Evidence shows that structured training programs, interdisciplinary collaboration, and leadership engagement significantly increase nurses’ confidence and use of EBP. Digital innovations such as online evidence repositories, AI-driven clinical decision support tools, and mobile health applications further strengthen implementation. However, persistent barriers include time constraints, inadequate staffing, limited funding, and organizational cultures resistant to change. Conclusion: Integrating EBP into nursing requires a multipronged approach that combines leadership commitment, staff empowerment, continuous education, and supportive technologies. Sustainable adoption depends on aligning institutional policies with evidence-based standards and fostering a culture that values inquiry and innovation. Future directions include embedding AI-driven decision tools, strengthening mentorship models, and expanding international collaborations to create a resilient and globally unified evidence-based nursing workforce.