The Advancing Research and Clinical Practice Through Close Collaboration (ARCC) is an evidence-based practice (EBP) model that focuses on the systematic implementation of EBP and sustainability. ARCC centers on training mentors and resources being the primary part of facilitating EBP. In the ARCC model, mentors undergo an intensive program that allows them to acquire advanced knowledge and skills to create an environment and a working culture that supports advanced knowledge (Tucker et al., 2021). According to Melnyk et al. (2021), ARCC in EBP is one of the most widespread frameworks acknowledged for improving the quality of healthcare services. The model consists of five steps, including assessing the organization for the readiness for the EBP project and identifying possible barriers or facilitators. The following steps include defining the mentors in specific clinical units and ten implementing the evidence into practice. The last step of the model focuses on evaluating the results of evidence-based practice.
I chose the ARCC EBP model because it encourages the use of EBP in advanced nursing practice and direct care nursing. For example, the study conducted by Gorsuch et al. (2020) explored the influence of the ARCC model in EBP in 13 essential and 11 additional competencies for advanced nursing practice. The study determined that a five-day education and skill-building program for mentors guided by the ARCC model improved skills, knowledge, and beliefs (Gorsuch et al., 2020). According to Melnyk et al. (2021), ARCC contributes to improvements in clinicians’ knowledge, skills, and competence in periods of up to 12 months after program completion. Therefore, through promoting mentorship, using the ARCC model in EBP increases nurses’ job satisfaction and reduces turnover rates (Melnyk et al., 2021).
References
Gorsuch, C. P. F., Gallagher-Ford, L., Koshy T. B., Melnyk, B. M., & Connor, L. (2020). Impact of a formal educational skill‐building program based on the ARCC model to enhance evidence‐based practice competency in nurse teams.Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing, 17(4)