Authors

1. Saul, Trisha PhD, RN, PMGT-BC
2. Rangel, Teresa PhD, RN, CNL, CMSRN
3. Sperry, Marietta V. DNP, RN, RNC-MNN, IBCLC
4. Doyle, Carrie DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC, CENP, CPHQ
5. Roney, Jamie K. DNP, RN, BSHCM, NPD-BC, CCRN-K
6. Mendelson, Sherri PhD, RNC, CNS, IBCLC

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Magnet^(R) hospitals must conduct nursing research to maintain designation. Relationships between hospital research infrastructure, activities, and a designated nurse research mentor were explored in a large health system using survey methodology. Hospitals with a formal mentor reported more research resources (n = 23, m = 2.5) compared with those without (n = 16, m = 1.8, P < 0.001). Hospitals aspiring for Magnet may benefit from a doctorally prepared research mentor.