Journal of Holistic Nursing

Aims & Scope

The purpose of the Journal of Holistic Nursing is to publish work that contributes to development of the knowledge, advancement of the science, and promotion of the practice of holistic nursing and health care.

The aims of the Journal of Holistic Nursing are: to provide a venue for the publication and dissemination of significant and exceptional work that makes a contribution to the advancement of holistic nursing and health care; to support the scholarship of holistic nurses and other health care providers by creating a forum for sharing important work of quality; to offer a systematic and precise review of manuscripts using standards that enhance the presentation and expression of important holistic work; to encourage and support the development of excellence in scholarly writing and review in holistic nursing and health care; to create a forum for dialogue associated with diverse and innovative forms of inquiry and scholarship; and to provide a resource of credible and creative scholarship that may improve the quality of holistic health for all people.

Manuscripts are solicited that deal with the processes of knowledge development and application including research, concept analysis and theory development, philosophical analysis, practical applications of research and theory, clinical case studies and analysis, practice applications in general, educational approaches and evaluation, and aesthetic expressions of holistic knowledge.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.4
2024	2.00

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.715

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	50

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	7902

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	278

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Nursing, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• A Concept Analysis of Person-Centered Care

  Citation: 557

  Authors: Stephanie, Linda H.

• Phenomenology

  Citation: 342

  Authors: Danuta M., Kristen M.

• Loving-Kindness Meditation for Chronic Low Back Pain

  Citation: 214

  Authors: James W., Francis J., Thomas R., Kimberly M., Veeraindar, Anne Marie, Steven R.

• The Spirituality Scale

  Citation: 164

  Authors: Colleen

• The Cultural Relevance of Mindfulness Meditation as a Health Intervention for African Americans

  Citation: 158

  Authors: Cheryl L., Susan A.

• Critical Literature Review on the Definition Clarity of the Concept of Faith, Religion, and Spirituality

  Citation: 130

  Authors: Chitra G., Judith V.

• Critical Analysis of Spirituality and its Empirical Indicators

  Citation: 124

  Authors: Martha G.

• The Effects of Mindfulness Meditation on Stress and Burnout in Nurses

  Citation: 124

  Authors: Alyssa A., Elizabeth V.

• Canine Visitation (Pet) Therapy

  Citation: 122

  Authors: Elisa J., Brenda, Nadine

• A Pilot Study Evaluating the Effect of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction on Psychological Status, Physical Status, Salivary Cortisol, and Interleukin-6 Among Advanced-Stage Cancer Patients and Their Caregivers

  Citation: 111

  Authors: Cecile A., Kevin E., Michelle, Janice, Paul B., Maureen, Brandy, Manolete S., Rajendra, Nancy, Loretta, Craig A., Mokenge P., Melissa Molinari

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