Filling the Gap: Theory to Practice
Theory is a critical component of advancement of nursing’s future. As nurses we interpret and analyze information in specific and detailed ways. We need the perfect balance of clinical knowledge and theoretical knowledge to bridge the gap and push us fast forward into the future of nursing success (Meleis, 2012). Nursing knowledge is a journey of self-discovery. It is a journey of analyzing and interpreting data in the most effective way to improve patient care.
On a daily basis nurses are having to maneuver through certain phenomena that needs describing and explaining. Nurses are responsible for direct patient care. Daily goals consist of helping patients, assessing and evaluating patients (Meleis, 2012). …show more content…
Nursing education has moved towards colleges (Saifan, AbuRuz, & Masa’deh, 2015). With this change, many problems arise. One noted problem is the poor communication between clinical instructors and nursing educators. In order to fill the gap of knowledge, there needs to be a distinct and deliberate process of communication set up between classroom educator and clinical educator. It is important for classroom educators be up to date on clinical skills in order to bridge the gap between theory and practice. The educators must be able to present information in a clear and concise manner. Theory and practice are the link to nursing success. These two integral parts of nursing education need to be well developed in each individual. Linking theory to practice and bridging the gap between theory and practice, provides the nursing student the critical thinking skills needed to work in this ever-changing and ever-advancing …show more content…
Communication is a key factor in improving the gap between a clinical and classroom environment. Education is the motivator for change and cohesion of the gap. We need to understand the importance of bridging the gap between the classroom and the clinical environment. Nursing knowledge whether theoretical or clinical in nature, is a path of self- discovery. In following the path of self-discovery each learning experience needs to be synthesized and built upon. As a nurse, one must take the initiative to reflect on individual nursing practice. Each experience is a stepping stone to success. Being able to apply theory and link it to evidence-based practice will provide both personal, and professional growth in nursing. Knowledge will stand the test of time. Knowledge will be the force behind filling the gap from theory to
Theory is a critical component of advancement of nursing’s future. As nurses we interpret and analyze information in specific and detailed ways. We need the perfect balance of clinical knowledge and theoretical knowledge to bridge the gap and push us fast forward into the future of nursing success (Meleis, 2012). Nursing knowledge is a journey of self-discovery. It is a journey of analyzing and interpreting data in the most effective way to improve patient care.
On a daily basis nurses are having to maneuver through certain phenomena that needs describing and explaining. Nurses are responsible for direct patient care. Daily goals consist of helping patients, assessing and evaluating patients (Meleis, 2012). …show more content…
Nursing education has moved towards colleges (Saifan, AbuRuz, & Masa’deh, 2015). With this change, many problems arise. One noted problem is the poor communication between clinical instructors and nursing educators. In order to fill the gap of knowledge, there needs to be a distinct and deliberate process of communication set up between classroom educator and clinical educator. It is important for classroom educators be up to date on clinical skills in order to bridge the gap between theory and practice. The educators must be able to present information in a clear and concise manner. Theory and practice are the link to nursing success. These two integral parts of nursing education need to be well developed in each individual. Linking theory to practice and bridging the gap between theory and practice, provides the nursing student the critical thinking skills needed to work in this ever-changing and ever-advancing …show more content…
Communication is a key factor in improving the gap between a clinical and classroom environment. Education is the motivator for change and cohesion of the gap. We need to understand the importance of bridging the gap between the classroom and the clinical environment. Nursing knowledge whether theoretical or clinical in nature, is a path of self- discovery. In following the path of self-discovery each learning experience needs to be synthesized and built upon. As a nurse, one must take the initiative to reflect on individual nursing practice. Each experience is a stepping stone to success. Being able to apply theory and link it to evidence-based practice will provide both personal, and professional growth in nursing. Knowledge will stand the test of time. Knowledge will be the force behind filling the gap from theory to