Effectiveness of a manuscript writing workshop on writing confidence amongst nursing and health disciplines clinicians

Background: Dissemination of practice-based research findings is critical to advancing evidence and improving practice. While front-line clinicians are well-positioned to identify gaps in practice-based evidence, many barriers exist that challenge their ability to write and submit manuscripts for publication. Purpose: Our study examined whether a manuscript writing workshop effectively increased nursing and health discipline clinicians' self-perceived confidence in manuscript writing. Method: Participants recruited from an ongoing manuscript writing workshop completed an assessment tool at the beginning and end of each session. Thirty-one assessment tools were completed. Results: Participants reported higher levels of confidence following participation in the manuscript writing sessions. They also noted high levels of satisfaction with the session. Conclusions: A manuscript writing workshop providing a supportive environment, mentorship, protected time, and quiet space is an effective way for leadership to increase confidence in manuscript writing amongst nursing and health disciplines clinicians.

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This study found that a manuscript writing workshop effectively increased nursing and health discipline clinicians' self-perceived confidence in manuscript writing, providing a supportive environment and mentorship.