ANPs and AMPs in Ireland - what is your role in research?
Unlock your potential- what helps you to do research in practice?
Background
We are a group of academics (TCD School of Nursing and Midwifery) and ANPs from Dublin Midlands Hospital Group who are interested in the research aspect of the role of the ANP/AMP. Before you decide whether or not you wish to take part, you should read the information provided on these pages carefully. Take time to read the information and don’t feel rushed or under pressure to make a quick decision to participate or not. You should understand any risks or benefits of taking part in this study so that you can make a decision that is right for you. You may wish to discuss it with your colleagues.
Aim
The aim of this research project is to explore the current role of the Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) or Advanced Midwife Practitioner (AMP) in the research process and to identify the barriers to their participation in research.
The Study
The study involves an online survey. A questionnaire has been developed in Qualtrics, an approved company for conducting online surveys used by TCD that is General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compliant and provides a secure, encrypted service for the transfer of data that keeps your data safe. All data transmitted to the Qualtrics platform are encrypted using the industry standard Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocol.
Participant Information Leaflet
Why Participate in this survey?
• Make a Difference: Your input will influence how ANPs and AMPs engage in research across the healthcare sector.
• Be Heard: Share your experiences, challenges, and recommendations with the research community.
• Contribute to Innovation: Help identify ways to enhance the role of ANPs/AMPs inn research.
Meet the Team
- Prof Gobnait Byrne Principal Investigator
- Aoife Feeney RANP- St James’s Hospital & Adjunct Assistant Professor, SNM TCD
- Sarah Nally Research Fellow SNM, TCD
- Ms July O’Grady Assistant Director of Nursing – Research & Innovation St James’s Hospital
- Ms Catriona Mc Garrell RANP St James’s Hospital
- Ms Ann Fitzpatrick RANP HSE and Tallaght University Hospital
- Ms. Jan Hailey Reyes RANP Naas General Hospital
- Ms Mary Doyle RANP Peamount Healthcare
Please click here or scan the QR code to access the survey: