Advancing Global Nursing Knowledge
Stay current on the research and ideas shaping nursing worldwide.
The Journal of Nursing Scholarship (JNS), an official bimonthly publication of Sigma, is one of the most highly ranked and widely read nursing journals with peer-reviewed research from around the globe.
- 3.9 Impact Factor (2025)
- Ranked #15 of 194 nursing journals (Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE))
- Online ISSN: 1547-5069
What JNS Covers
JNS publishes peer-reviewed research and perspectives from around the world, with topics including:
- Clinical nursing practice and patient outcomes
- Nursing education research and pedagogy
- Health policy and nursing leadership
- Technology and innovation
- Global nursing and health
- Nursing workforce issues
Susan Gennaro, PhD, RN, FAAN
— Editor
Read JNS Now
Free access to current and past issues with Sigma member login. NCPD contact hours for select articles.
Included With Your Sigma Nursing Membership
- Free online access
- All current and past issues of JNS
- Mobile-friendly reading on any device
- Free NCPD contact hours for select articles
Have Research to Share?
JNS welcomes original nursing research and scholarship from authors around the world.
Learn about the journal’s scope, submission guidelines, and resources for prospective authors.