Practice-driven innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
Vision
Bridging evidence and innovation to pioneer a new standard of equitable healthcare.
Misson
Our mission is to bridge research and real‑world practice to shape a healthcare system defined by excellence, equity, and innovation. By empowering professionals with evidence‑based resources, quality improvement skills, and implementation science expertise, we drive meaningful transformation in patient care.
Core Functions
Through strong academic–clinical partnerships, the Center builds workforce capacity by strengthening registered nurse and advanced practice nurse roles, mentorship infrastructure, and workforce models. Its work integrates education, evaluation, and scholarship to advance care quality, safety, population health, and equity through responsible innovation.
Practice Transformation
EBP and quality improvement initiatives
Implementation and sustainment of practice change
Workforce Capacity Building
Development of EBP/QI champions
Mentorship and role development for nurses and APRNs
Academic–Practice Integration
Alignment of educational programs with health system priorities
Practice-based student and faculty engagement
Program Evaluation & Outcomes
Measurement of clinical, operational, and educational impact
Data-informed decision making
Scholarship & Knowledge Translation
Practice-based inquiry and dissemination
Advancement of implementation methodologies in nursing
Consultation & Grant Development
Support for project design, evaluation, and funding strategies
