Journal of Nursing Scholarship

Aims & Scope

This widely read and respected journal features peer-reviewed, thought-provoking articles representing research by some of the world’s leading nurse researchers.

Reaching health professionals, faculty and students in 103 countries, the Journal of Nursing Scholarship is focused on health of people throughout the world.

It is the official journal of Sigma Theta Tau International and it reflects the society’s dedication to providing the tools necessary to improve nursing care around the world.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.9
2024	2.40

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	4421

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	1031

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	1.056

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	98

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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 Psychometric Toolbox for Testing Validity and Reliability

  Citation: 1249

  Authors: Holli A., Michelle E., Patricia, Diane M., Susan J., Deborah J., Suzanne M., Elizabeth

• The Point of Triangulation

  Citation: 760

  Authors: Veronica A.

• Conceptual Model of Health‐Related Quality of Life

  Citation: 626

  Authors: Carol Estwing, Julie Johnson, Jo Ellen, Janet L.

• Becoming a Mother Versus Maternal Role Attainment

  Citation: 564

  Authors: Ramona T.

• Processes of Self‐Management in Chronic Illness

  Citation: 505

  Authors: Dena, Sarah, Faith, Angelo, Margaret, Ruth, Nancy S., Nancy, Robin

• Factors That Influence the Development of Compassion Fatigue, Burnout, and Compassion Satisfaction in Emergency Department Nurses

  Citation: 421

  Authors: Stacie, Hsiu‐Chin, Dale, Sondra

• The Shifting Perspectives Model of Chronic Illness

  Citation: 404

  Authors: Barbara L.

• What is Patient Safety Culture? A Review of the Literature

  Citation: 389

  Authors: Christine E., Kristine, Karan P., Douglas A., Nuha A.

• Moral Distress Among Healthcare Professionals: Report of an Institution‐Wide Survey

  Citation: 385

  Authors: Phyllis B., Robert K., Ann B., Elizabeth G., Joan M.

• Adherence to Long‐Term Therapies: Evidence for Action

  Citation: 333

  Authors: Patricia V., Eduardo

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