Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing

Aims & Scope

Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing is published using an open access publication model.

The journal welcomes original research on nursing intervention and health policies using appropriate research methods.

Comprehensive review, concept analysis, and methodological papers are also welcome.

The journal has a distinguished editorial board with extensive academic qualifications, ensuring that the journal maintains high scientific standards and has a broad international coverage.

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Metrics & Ranking

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	13466

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	191

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.414

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	34

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2024	1.00

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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.

• An Introduction to Logistic Regression: From Basic Concepts to Interpretation with Particular Attention to Nursing Domain

  Citation: 250

  Authors: Hyeoun-Ae

• A Guide on the Use of Factor Analysis in the Assessment of Construct Validity

  Citation: 218

  Authors: Hyuncheol

• Construct Validity and Reliability of the Korean Version of the Practice Environment Scale of Nursing Work Index for Korean Nurses

  Citation: 170

  Authors: Eunhee, Mona, Eun-Young, Il Young, Nam-Ju

• Effects of Progressive Resistance Training on Body Composition, Physical Fitness and Quality of Life of Patients on Hemodialysis

  Citation: 88

  Authors: Woo-Jung, Kyeong-Yae

• Effects of Foot Reflexology on Fatigue, Sleep and Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

  Citation: 87

  Authors: Jeongsoon, Misook, Younghae, Jinsun, Jungsook

• Public Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding Antibiotic Use in South Korea

  Citation: 80

  Authors: So Sun, Seongmi, Eun Jung

• Effect of a Simulation-based Education on Cardio-pulmonary Emergency Care Knowledge, Clinical Performance Ability and Problem Solving Process in New Nurses

  Citation: 75

  Authors: Yun Hee, Keum Seong

• New Nurse Turnover Intention and Influencing Factors

  Citation: 68

  Authors: Sang Sook, In Soon, Nam Eun

• A Predictive Model on Turnover Intention of Nurses in Korea

  Citation: 68

  Authors: Sook Ja, Sang Sook

• A Review on the Use of Effect Size in Nursing Research

  Citation: 67

  Authors: Hyuncheol, Kyupil, Sang-Tae

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