Journal of Research in Nursing publishes research on nursing topics and themes. Original research is published with the aim of encouraging evidence-based practice and improving the quality of patient care.

It publishes quality research papers on healthcare issues that inform nurses and other healthcare professionals globally. Through linking policy research and development initiatives to clinical and academic excellence Journal of Research in Nursing aims to support nursing and healthcare professionals in their development, for the overall benefit of quality healthcare services.

"I have used Journal of Research in Nursing extensively in the course of a recent research project and think that it provides an invaluable reference point for nurse researchers particularly for up-to-date policy related information" Dr Donna Fitzsimons, Belfast City Hospital Trust, UK

"Journal of Research in Nursing is an important journal in UK Nursing and has made a significant contribution to the transfer of knowledge with direct relevance to the whole of the nursing community. Researchers have no hesitation in contributing papers to the journal highlighting the respect Journal of Research in Nursing has as a vehicle for the dissemination of research findings. The partnership with SAGE Publications will enable this success to be taken to the world stage. I wish the journal, its editor and editorial team every success in its 're-birth' and ongoing development" Professor Brendan McCormack, Director of Nursing Research & Practice Development, University of Ulster/Royal Hospitals Trust Belfast, UK

"A rip-roaring, highly policy and practice relevant research read" Dr Ann-Marie Rafferty, School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, UK

Electronic Access:

Journal of Research in Nursing is available electronically on SAGE Journals Online at http://jrn.sagepub.com