title: Utilizing a mock trial to demonstrate evidence-based nursing practice: a staff development process.
abstract: In a healthcare environment, programs for staff development are essential. Continuing education promotes nursing competence and enhances a commitment to the profession. In this article, the authors illustrate the experience with a recent staff development initiative, describe lessons learned, and provide recommendations for future staff development programming.
authors.affiliation: Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois 60612, USA. beth_a_staffileno@rush.edu
authors.forename: Beth A
authors.initials: BA
authors.lastname: Staffileno
authors.forename: Cally
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: McKinney
mesh_terms: D002641:Chicago; D003659:Decision Making, Organizational; D004059:Diffusion of Innovation; D034462:Dissent and Disputes; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D055318:Evidence-Based Nursing / Q000193:education*; D006801:Humans; D007603:Jurisprudence; D015402:Nursing Education Research; D015399:Nursing Research / Q000193:education*; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital / Q000193:education / Q000523:psychology; D011367:Professional Staff Committees / Q000458:organization & administration; D016730:Program Development; D015397:Program Evaluation; D012381:Role Playing; D013192:Staff Development / Q000458:organization & administration*