Research Utilization Projects

• Differentiate among different types of research utilization projects.

Work Setting Problem Identification

• Identify work-setting problems appropriate for research utilization proposal.

Innovation Description

• Develop an innovative solution consistent with a research support base.

Research Support for the Proposed Innovation

• Analyze quantitative and/or qualitative research reports related to the proposed solution for their scientific merit.
• Develop a sufficient and compelling base of research support for the proposed innovative solution.

Development and Monitoring of an Implementation Plan

• Develop a plan to implement the proposed innovative solution.
• Develop a plan to monitor the implementation of the innovative solution.

Development of an Outcome Measure and Evaluation Plan

• Design an outcome measure and a criterion for successful problem resolution.
• Develop a plan to evaluate the success or failure of the innovation to resolve the problem.

Plan for Maintenance, Extension, and Termination of an Innovation

• Develop approaches to maintain, extend, or terminate an innovation.

Components of a Research Utilization Project Proposal

• Develop a proposal for a research utilization project to address a problem or concern in the professional work setting.