Nursing Student Projects Guide

This guide serves as a comprehensive resource for nursing students engaged in quality improvement (QI), evidence-based practice (EBP), or nursing research projects within the Wellstar Health System (WHS). It outlines the necessary steps for project approval, including compliance with organizational credentialing and alignment with academic requirements. The document specifies the roles and responsibilities of students, academic advisors, and site sponsors in the project submission process. It details the required documentation for various project categories and emphasizes the importance of obtaining approvals from the Nursing Innovation Council (NIC) and the Wellstar Research Institute (WRI) before commencing any project activities. Additionally, the guide provides submission pathways for projects requiring Institutional Review Board (IRB) review and those that do not, ensuring students understand the necessary procedures for successful project execution. Appendices include submission instructions and templates to assist students in their project development.