Authors: Cheryl B. Stetler RN, FAAN, PhD, Judith A. Ritchie BN, MN, PhD,
Jo Rycroft-Malone BSc, MSc, RN, PhD, and Martin P. Charns MBA, DBA
Jo Rycroft-Malone BSc, MSc, RN, PhD, and Martin P. Charns MBA, DBA
Article first published online: 1 JUL 2014
Abstract: Making evidence-based practice (EBP) a reality throughout an organization is a challenging goal in healthcare services. Leadership has been recognized as a critical element in that process. However, little is known about the exact role and function of various levels of leadership in the successful institutionalization of EBP within an organization.