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0920_SHSO_Evidence-Based Practice (EBP): Cultivating a Culture of Inquiry_Live- 7/1/26

July 1, 2026

Description: 

This course introduces clinicians to the principles and practice of Evidence‑Based Practice, empowering them to ask clinical questions, appraise research, and apply evidence to improve patient outcomes. Participants will learn how to use PICOT to frame questions, evaluate the quality of studies, interpret key research concepts, and integrate evidence with clinical expertise and patient preferences. Through interactive activities and real-world examples, this course equips learners with practical skills to foster a culture of inquiry and drive continuous improvement in the ambulatory care setting.

Target Audience

Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Nurse, Registered (RN)

Learning Objectives

After completion of this activity, learners will be able to:

1. Define Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) and describe its role in improving quality, safety, and patient outcomes.

2. Construct a clinical question using the PICOT framework to guide evidence searches and decision-making.

3. Locate and select credible, high-quality evidence using clinical databases and organizational resources.

4.Critically appraise research literature by evaluating study design, validity, reliability, and applicability to clinical practice.

5. Foster a culture of inquiry by identifying barriers to EBP and implementing strategies that support evidence-informed care within the clinical team.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 2.50 ANCC

    Nursing Credit - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

    Sutter Health designates this Live activity for a maximum of 2.50 ANCC contact hour(s). Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

     

  • 2.50 CA BRN

    Nursing Credit - California Board of Registered Nursing (CA BRN)
    This activity is approved for 2.50 contact hour(s) by Sutter Health, which is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing. (Provider Number 17182). Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Course opens: 
04/01/2026
Course expires: 
01/02/2027
Event starts: 
07/01/2026 - 9:00am PDT
Event ends: 
07/01/2026 - 12:00pm PDT
Rating: 
0

Disclosure of Financial or In-Kind Commercial Support & Conflict of Interest

No one involved in the planning or presentation of this educational activity have any relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. No financial or in-kind commercial support was received to produce or promote this educational activity.

– Provider Designee/Verification: Fozia Ferozali, Ed.D

Faculty List

Planner(s)

Aaron Alcantara, MSN, BSN, RN has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Speaker(s)

Debra Bliesner, MA, BSN has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Romica Caceres, MSN RN has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Christine Degoey, BSN, RN has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Darla Gonzales, RN, BSN has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Allison Hale, RN, MSN has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Taylor Kilbride, MSN, RN, PHN has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Kimberley Machado  has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Lilly Master, MSN- Education has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Liza Rajesh, RN, MSN has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Betsy Shew Konrad, MSN, PHN, CNL, MEDSURG-BC, NPD-BC has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Michele Smith, MBA-HM, BSN, RN has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Glynis Sturch, Registered Nurse has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Accreditation

In support of improving patient care, Sutter Health, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Designation Statement

Sutter Health designates this LIVE activity for a maximum of 2.50 continuing professional development contact hours for nurses. Learners should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Available Credit

  • 2.50 ANCC

    Nursing Credit - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

    Sutter Health designates this Live activity for a maximum of 2.50 ANCC contact hour(s). Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

     

  • 2.50 CA BRN

    Nursing Credit - California Board of Registered Nursing (CA BRN)
    This activity is approved for 2.50 contact hour(s) by Sutter Health, which is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing. (Provider Number 17182). Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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