A new Clinical Academic Home Framework has been launched at an event held in Ards Hospital, marking an important step forward in strengthening research across Nursing and Midwifery.
This framework brings together the South Eastern Trust and leading academic partners including Queen’s University Belfast, Ulster University and The Open University.
The framework is designed to build research capacity and capability by creating structured and flexible pathways that connect clinical practice, education and research. It aims to support Nurses and Midwives to become more actively involved in research and evidence-based practice that will enhance patient care.
Speaking at the launch, South Eastern Trust, Deputy Chief Executive & Director of Nursing, AHP’s & Support Services, Professor David Robinson said, “The launch of the Clinical Academic Home Framework represents a significant opportunity for our Nursing and Midwifery workforce.
“By strengthening links between clinical practice and academic research, we are creating an environment where innovation can thrive and where staff are supported to develop their skills, improve outcomes and enhance the care we provide to our patients.”
Queen’s University, Lecturer, Dr Mark Dornan, highlighted the importance of partnership working in delivering the initiative and stated, “The Clinical Academic Home Framework is an important step in strengthening how Nurses, Midwives and healthcare professionals are involved in research and evidence-based practice.
“Through partnership working between Health and Social Care Trusts and universities, it brings academic and clinical expertise together around shared priorities, supporting and creating opportunities for innovation, evidence generation and implementation of research in practice.”