Molly McNett

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Molly Mcnett Portrait
First Name
Molly
Last Name
McNett
Credentials
PhD, RN, CNRN, FNCS, FAAN
Clinical Professor
Helene Fuld Health Trust Endowed Professor for Evidence-based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare
Associate Dean for Evidence-based Practice and Implementation Science
Address
270H Heminger Hall
Address (Line 2)
1577 Neil Avenue
City
Columbus
State
OH
Zip Code
43212

 

Research Interest

Dr. Molly McNett’s research centers on care of critically ill patients after neurological injury. In her work, she leads funded, multi-site, national trials and routinely participates in international trials with diverse research teams. Research contributions include sustained, progressive studies generating evidence to guide interventions for critically ill patients, particularly those with severe neurological injury. Specific work investigates invasive and non-invasive multimodality monitoring techniques for impact on care delivery, patient outcomes, and organizational metrics. Dr. McNett also leads international guideline development groups to critically synthesize the research literature and generate meaningful practice recommendations for healthcare teams.  She is an expert on implementation science and leads interdisciplinary teams to integrate research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement initiatives into healthcare settings. Dr. McNett is certified in neuroscience nursing, and is a designated fellow of the Neurocritical Care Society and the American Academy of Nursing. 

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News

July 22, 2025

New national and international recognition for our faculty, alumni and students highlight impact in research and healthcare

Over the past three months, several members of The Ohio State University College of Nursing community have received honors that spotlight their achievements and impact across nursing and healthcare, including:

June 24, 2025

Faculty member leads evidence-based practice and implementation science efforts

The Ohio State University Board of Trustees has approved Molly McNett, PhD, RN, CNRN, FNCS, FAAN, to assume the Helene Fuld Health Trust Endowed Professorship for Evidence-based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare at the College of Nursing.