Progress in education, research and practice in recent years has become more present and makes a significant contribution to professional nursing development. (1) Evidence-based practice is an important aspect of setting work standards and the overall professionalization of nursing. In addition, it is important to understand scientific research methodology in the field of cardiovascular nursing with the aim of collecting best evidence and their implementation in practice. Such an approach enables keeping up to date with the latest trends and changes in modern cardiology, better application of new technologies and the provision of better overall care. Nurses should also meet employers’ expectation in the field of scientific research competencies. (2)

Understanding the fundamental values ​​of science is crucial in the implementation of research according to the rules of scientific methodology. Planning research, searching bibliographic database and data processing are crucial steps in writing a scientific paper. Knowing the structure of a scientific article and accepting all the basic principles when writing a paper will increase the quality of the work and the possibility of publishing. It is essential to get familiar with the tools that help in the evaluation of the best journal, follow the instructions on preparing the manuscript and the rules of successful communication with editors in order for the publishing process to be successful.

The aim of the lecture is to present the basics of the methodology of scientific work in the process of planning and conducting research, writing and publishing. It should also perform an efficient search of bibliographic databases through the workshop, as well as prepare a manuscript in accordance with the scientific journal.