Supporting nurses and advancing better care
In 2025, the evidence-based practice (EBP) program made major strides in helping bedside nurses use research and data to improve patient care. A key milestone was the launch of the Ovid Synthesis platform, which makes it easier for frontline staff to start, track and share EBP and quality improvement projects. More than 100 projects were tied to EBP education this year, with many more initiated independently — showing a strong systemwide culture of inquiry.
Projects came from nearly every MultiCare hospital and covered a range of priorities, including patient safety, care effectiveness, staff experience and engagement. Many aligned with Magnet domains, such as New Knowledge, Innovation & Improvement, while others focused on everyday improvements in care delivery.
Education and skill building for nurses
Education remained central to the program’s impact. In 2025, some 371 nurse residents completed the transition to practice EBP series, while 87 team members completed the EBP mentor class.
Grounded in the Johns Hopkins EBP Model, these programs help nurses at every stage of their careers build confidence in applying evidence to practice. This year, 95 percent of residents attended at least one shared leadership meeting, giving them a chance to see EBP in action and contribute to live projects that shape care.
Improving access to procedures and practice resources
A major accomplishment was integrating Lippincott Procedures into Workday, giving nurses and leaders easier access to evidence-based procedures, knowledge checks and compliance tracking. Collaboration with clinical nurse specialists also significantly reduced outdated or hard-to-find procedures, improving safety and consistency across the system.
In 2025, Yakima’s standalone Lippincott system was retired and fully integrated into a unified platform, ensuring nurses across MultiCare have access to the same reliable, up-to-date information.
The EBP team partnered with the System Operations Council to enhance the Lippincott quarterly newsletter and expand its reach. The newsletter highlights key practice updates and policies, helping bedside nurses stay informed.
Looking ahead to 2026
For 2026, we remain focused on expanding education, increasing engagement and making evidence-based practice even more accessible. By supporting curiosity, collaboration and continuous learning, the EBP program helps strengthen nursing practice and improve patient care across MultiCare. Questions? Contact [email protected].
Written by: Rachel Radenkovic, RN, Program Manager for Evidence‑Based Practice, Advocacy & Policy, MultiCare Nursing Education and Professional Practice