International Journal of Nursing Sciences
Impact Factor Trend (2023–2026)
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50 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
This journal aims to promote excellence in nursing and health care through the dissemination of the latest, evidence-based, peer-reviewed clinical information and original research, providing an international platform for exchanging knowledge, research findings and nursing practice experience. This journal covers a wide range of nursing topics such as advanced nursing practice, bio-psychosocial issues related to health, cultural perspectives, lifestyle change as a component of health promotion, chronic disease, including end-of-life care, family care giving. IJNSS publishes four issues per year in Jan/Apr/Jul/Oct. IJNSS intended readership includes practicing nurses in all spheres and at all levels who are committed to advancing practice and professional development on the basis of new knowledge and evidence; managers and senior members of the nursing; nurse educators and nursing students etc. IJNSS seeks to enrich insight into clinical need and the implications for nursing intervention and models of service delivery. Contributions are welcomed from other health professions on issues that have a direct impact on nursing practice.
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Societal Impact & Inclusivity (SCImago)
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Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Classification
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisInternational Journal of Nursing Sciences is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Nursing, published by Elsevier in Singapore. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 4.40, ranking in quartile Q1 of Web of Science (ESCI), a Scopus SJR indicator of 1.012 (Q1), an H-index of 50.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with an annual output of approximately 59 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Gold OA model with an estimated APC of $3,267 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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