Nurses must have strong information literacy skills in order to critically engage with clinical data, support patient safety, and participate in lifelong learning essential for professional competence. According to occupation information from O*NET Online from the U.S. Department of Labor, RNs require higher-level critical thinking, judgment, and evidence-based decision-making, and LPNs need to evaluate instructions and patient information accurately. The information literacy tools on this guide are designed to help nursing students practice and develop these skills to make informed decisions.
