
This basic and behavioral research develops and/or contributes to new knowledge relevant to nursing practice.

This basic and behavioral research develops and/or contributes to new knowledge relevant to nursing practice.
The National Institute of Nursing Research states that nursing research is the key to leveraging nursing's strengths and unique knowledge and perspectives for the benefit of all people.
All St. Luke's nurses are supported through the Nursing and Patient Care Center of Excellence to develop research questions and pursue formal human subjects research through our Nursing Research Fellowship program or through individually mentored research initiatives.
For more information about nursing research at St. Luke’s, contact the nursing research director at (208) 381-9278.
Nursing research studies span a range of clinical practice areas. Examples of recent studies include:

Donations to our Nursing Education Fund help nurses attend and present their research at local and national conferences.
Every gift makes a difference, no matter the size.

St. Luke's Nursing and Patient Care Center of Excellence brings clinical nurses, nurse leaders, and other professionals together to strengthen and refine clinical knowledge and practice.
The Center serves nurses that seek excellence through professional development opportunities that advance, cultivate and inspire exceptional practice and quality.