AUTHORS
Álvaro Solaz-García
Esther Soler Climent
Aurora Esteve Clavero
Sonia Mora Navarro
Rut Navarro Martínez
Rosario Ros Navarret
Ana María Navarro Fenoll
Lourdes María López-Hernández
KEY WORDS
Research supervisor, nursing, evidence-based practice, research culture, interdisciplinarity.
ABSTRACT
Nursing research is essential for improving the quality of care and health outcomes of patients. This review study aims to analyse in depth the functions, competencies and strategies associated with the Nursing Research Supervisor, as well as their impact on the implementation of evidence-based practice, the generation of a scientific culture and the improvement of clinical outcomes. Through a critical and structured approach, the aim is to make this role visible as a fundamental pillar for advancing towards more scientific, collaborative and excellence-oriented nursing.
The study examines key resources that facilitate nursing research, highlighting professional education, the development of a research culture, and the establishment of a solid infrastructure to support nurses’ participation in research projects. The need for interdisciplinary collaboration to integrate diverse expertise and improve patient care is highlighted. Access to funding is seen as a determining factor in conducting quality research. Various strategies are identified to obtain funding such as interdisciplinary collaboration, quality mentoring and seeking alternative sources.
In conclusion, key resources for nursing research include an appropriate infrastructure, ongoing education programmes, a solid research culture, interprofessional collaboration, and good institutional support. The integration of these factors, together with appropriate funding and leadership from skilled Research Supervisors, is essential for promoting innovation in care and improving health outcomes for patients.