Nursing Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Fellowship
Grow as an EBP leader using the Iowa Model while completing a real-world, team-based project that impacts patient care at Stony Brook Medicine.
About the Program
Stony Brook University Hospital's Nursing Evidence-Based Practice Fellowship program is a 12-month hospital-based scholarly program that pairs nurses with evidence-based practice expert mentors and guides them through the process of designing, implementing and evaluating a practice change.
During the program, Fellows gain expertise in searching and appraising literature and making evidence-based recommendations for practice and make real-world changes that impact nursing practice.
Fellows who are enrolled in any Master's program for Stony Brook School of Nursing have the opportunity to obtain credit, and at the program conclusion will be eligible to apply for EBP-Certificate Holder (CH) designation, accredited by the Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification (ABSNC) and recognized by Magnet®.
EBP Fellowship Podcast
What’s it like to be part of the program? Learn more from Fellow Andrea DeRosa and Mentor Tami Robitsek (2025–2026 Cohort) as they discuss their shared passion for evidence-based practice, reasons for joining the Fellowship, project development, and the reason why EBP is so important in today’s healthcare environment.
“Our mentors for the project are so encouraging and supportive of our project and have helped us ...gather ideas...giving us a lot of resources...that I didn't even know existed until we started this Fellowship. So it's been a really great plus!”
— Andrea DeRosa, 2025–2026 FellowProgram Highlights
This 12-month Fellowship Program uses the Iowa Model of Evidence Based Practice as a framework and has the following key factors.
In-Person Immersion (2 days)
Cohort kickoff, where Fellows learn EBP foundations, how to use the Iowa Model of EBP, and develop project ideas.
Hybrid Monthly Workshops
Fellows meet to develop, implement, evaluate and disseminate their projects.
Mentorship
EBP/content experts work with Fellows throughout the program to guide them through each step in the EBP process.
Project Work
Team-based EBP project targeting a local practice problem with measurable outcomes.
NSC Engagement
Fellows are embedded in the Nursing Science Council meetings to receive project support and integrate into SBM's EBP structure.
College Credit and Certification Opportunities
Portfolio development and prep resources for those pursuing the Magnet-recognized EBP-CH credential. Credit buy-out option for students enrolled in a SBUSON Master’s program.
Hybrid Learning Experience
Flexible hybrid model — mix of in-person and virtual workshops, using the Microsoft Teams classroom platform.
Teams platform supporting collaboration and assignments.
Fellowship Roadmap
The Fellowship begins in April with a 2-day in-person Immersion to work on developing/refining a project idea. From May to August, Fellows search, appraise, and synthesize the literature, developing recommendations for practice change. In September, Fellows develop concrete plans for real-world implementation of the evidence. From October to December, Fellows implement their projects and collect data. From January to March, Fellows analyze their data, develop an abstract and a poster presentation, and optionally attend a review course for the EBP-CH.
Fellowship Dates (2026–2027)
- Apr 8, 2026 — Immersion Day 1
- Apr 9, 2026 — Immersion Day 2
- May 14, 2026
- Jun 11, 2026
- Jul 9, 2026
- Aug 20, 2026
- Sep 10, 2026
- Oct 8, 2026
- Nov 12, 2026
- Dec 10, 2026
- Jan 14, 2027
- Feb 11, 2027
- Mar 11, 2027 — Graduation
Info Sessions (2025 Application Cycle)
Join a live Q&A to learn about eligibility, time commitment, and how to craft a strong application.
Upcoming Sessions
- Wednesday, Nov 5, 2025 — 9:00–10:00 AM
- Monday, Nov 10, 2025 — 10:00–11:00 PM
Apply to the EBP Fellowship
Ready to take the next step?
Click the link or scan the QR to complete the online application.
What you’ll need
- Manager name & support
- Potential project idea
- Brief Personal Statement
- Willingness to attend monthly Fellowship sessions (second Thursday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM)
Questions? Email meghan.doelger@stonybrookmedicine.edu, Program Director
Photo Gallery
2025–2026 Cohort
Past Cohort Projects
Selected projects from prior Cohorts. Click a title to view details.
Pressure Injury Prevention in Proned OR Patients
- Cohort:
- 2025–2026 Cohort
- Project Topic:
- Impact of a standardized pressure injury prevention protocol for prone operating room patient pressure injury development and severity.
- Fellows:
- Michael Doyle, Maureen Higgins, Domenick Russo
- Mentors:
- Ashley Duffner, Jindu Wilson
- Results:
- Pending
- Dissemination:
- Pending
ICU Sleep Bundle & Delirium
- Cohort:
- 2025–2026 Cohort
- Project Topic:
- Impact of a sleep bundle in ICU patients on sleep quality and development of delirium.
- Fellows:
- Tania Prudencio-Martinez, Emily Robinson, Nandini Sukul
- Mentors:
- Kellie Gumersell, Kimberly Johnson, Patricia Woloszyn
- Results:
- Pending
- Dissemination:
- Pending
Stress First Aid Peer Support
- Cohort:
- 2025–2026 Cohort
- Project Topic:
- Impact of implementation of the Stress First Aid Peer Support program on burnout and resilience in MICU and ED nurses.
- Fellows:
- Andrea DeRosa, Katelin Sarich
- Mentors:
- Emily Emma, Katherine Lewin
- Results:
- Pending
- Dissemination:
- Pending
Rapid Response Confidence
- Cohort:
- 2025–2026 Cohort
- Project Topic:
- Impact of an educational intervention for medical-surgical nurses on acute situations (rapid responses) on nurse confidence in caring for patients during these events.
- Fellows:
- Rebecca DeRosa, Lauren Makely, Martina Robotham
- Mentors:
- Jasleen Exline, Lisa Fragapane, Tami Robitsek
- Results:
- Pending
- Dissemination:
- Pending
FAQs
Who is eligible to apply?
Registered nurses at Stony Brook University Hospital or Cancer Center with manager support. Must have at least one year of experience at Stony Brook and must not be enrolled in Nurse Residency program at Fellowship start.
How many Fellows are selected?
Up to 10 Fellows. Fellows work in teams of 2–3 on one project per team.
What is the time commitment?
Immersion (2 days in April) + 11 monthly full-day sessions (Second Thursday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM). Fellows must commit to attending the full 2-day Immersion in person. Fellows must make every effort to attend the monthly Fellowship days. Virtual makeups may be arranged on a case-by-case basis in collaboration with the Program Director.
Do I need a project idea to apply?
Yes. Applicants do not need a full project proposal but must be able to describe a practice problem that they would potentially want to address during the program.
How do I obtain SBUSON Master’s Program credit?
Students who are enrolled in a Stony Brook University School of Nursing (SBUSON) Master’s Degree program may be eligible to obtain credit for the program, which would be applied to the HNG 541 Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice I course. This course is required as part of all SBUSON Master’s degree programs. As part of the Fellowship, nurses create a portfolio showcasing their work. This is submitted to SBUSON to demonstrate content mastery. Fellows then may “buy out” the credit from SBUSON at a discounted rate. For specific questions, please contact the Fellowship Program Director at meghan.doelger@stonybrookmedicine.edu.