Author Guideline

Author Guidelines

Authors who wish to submit manuscripts to Optimal Journal of Nursing Research and Innovation (OJNRI) should prepare their manuscripts according to the following guidelines. Authors are encouraged to carefully follow all requirements to ensure an efficient review and publication process.

1. Manuscript Format

  • Manuscripts should be prepared using Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) format. OJNRI does not accept manuscripts submitted in PDF or other non-editable formats.
  • Manuscripts should be written in English using clear academic language.
  • The manuscript should be prepared on A4 paper size (21 cm × 29.7 cm) with margins of at least 2.5 cm on all sides.
  • Manuscripts should use single spacing and follow the formatting requirements provided in the official OJNRI manuscript template.
  • The recommended font is Times New Roman, with the following format:
    • Article title: 14 pt, bold
    • Main manuscript text: 12 pt
    • References, tables, and figures: according to the journal template.
  • Authors must use the official OJNRI manuscript template provided by the journal.

2. Manuscript Length

  • The manuscript should contain approximately 3,000–5,000 words, excluding:
    • Title
    • Author information
    • Abstract
    • Keywords
    • References
  • The recommended manuscript length is approximately 10–15 pages, depending on the article type and complexity of the study.

3. Article Structure

Manuscripts submitted to OJNRI should follow an appropriate scientific structure based on the article category.

For Original Research Articles, the manuscript should follow the IMRaD structure (Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion):

Introduction

  • Background and rationale of the study;
  • Research problems and knowledge gaps;
  • Objectives or research questions.

Methods

  • Research design;
  • Study setting and participants;
  • Sampling methods;
  • Data collection procedures;
  • Research instruments;
  • Data analysis methods;
  • Ethical considerations.

Results

  • Presentation of research findings;
  • Tables and figures when appropriate.

Discussion

  • Interpretation of findings;
  • Comparison with previous studies;
  • Implications for nursing research, education, clinical practice, policy, or innovation.

Conclusion

  • Summary of the main findings;
  • Recommendations for nursing practice, education, research, or healthcare improvement.

Other manuscript categories, including Systematic Review, Literature Review, Case Study, and Innovation Report, should follow appropriate scientific structures.

4. Article Title

  • The title should be concise, informative, and accurately represent the content of the manuscript.
  • The recommended title length is approximately 12–15 words.
  • The title should avoid unnecessary abbreviations and uncommon terminology.
  • The title should clearly indicate the focus of the study and its relevance to nursing research, education, practice, or innovation.

5. Author Information

  • All authors must be listed according to their actual contribution to the manuscript.
  • Author names must be written without academic degrees or professional titles.
  • The author sequence must be agreed upon by all authors before submission.
  • Each author's information should include:
    • Full name;
    • Institutional affiliation;
    • Department or faculty (if applicable);
    • Country;
    • Email address;
    • ORCID ID (recommended).
  • The corresponding author must provide an active email address for communication throughout the review and publication process.

6. Structured Abstract

Authors must provide a structured abstract in English.

The abstract should contain a maximum of 250 words and include:

  • Background
  • Objective
  • Methods
  • Results
  • Conclusion

The abstract should provide a concise summary of the research purpose, methodology, major findings, and implications for nursing practice, education, research, or innovation.

7. Keywords

  • Authors should provide 3–5 keywords that represent the main concepts of the manuscript.
  • Keywords should:
    • Be relevant to the article topic;
    • Be arranged alphabetically;
    • Avoid unnecessary abbreviations.
  • Authors are encouraged to use standardized terminology, such as Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), when applicable.

Example:

Keywords: Evidence-based nursing; Nursing education; Nursing innovation; Patient safety

8. Article Categories

During submission, authors must select the appropriate manuscript category:

  • Original Research Article
  • Systematic Review
  • Literature Review
  • Case Study
  • Innovation Report
  • Other Scholarly Articles

Submitted manuscripts must:

  • Represent original scientific work;
  • Not have been previously published;
  • Not be under consideration by another journal.

Manuscripts should contribute to the advancement of nursing science, including but not limited to:

  • Nursing research;
  • Nursing education;
  • Clinical nursing practice;
  • Nursing leadership and management;
  • Community health nursing;
  • Nursing innovation and technology.

9. Headings and Subheadings

  • Titles and subtitles should be concise and clearly demonstrate the organization and hierarchy of the manuscript.
  • Authors should maintain consistency in formatting throughout the manuscript.
  • Excessive use of subheadings should be avoided.

10. Tables and Figures

  • Tables and figures should be submitted in electronic format and should provide meaningful information that supports the manuscript findings.
  • Tables must be editable and prepared using Microsoft Word table format.
  • Figures should be submitted in high-quality image formats such as JPEG or PNG.
  • All tables and figures must:
    • Have clear and informative titles;
    • Be numbered consecutively using Arabic numerals;
    • Be mentioned in the main text;
    • Include necessary explanations or footnotes when required.
  • Information presented in tables and figures should not be unnecessarily repeated in the text. The manuscript should emphasize the interpretation and significance of the findings.
  • Maximum number of tables:
    5 tables per manuscript
  • Maximum number of figures:
    3 figures per manuscript

Example:

Table 1. Characteristics of Study Participants
Figure 1. Conceptual Framework of the Study

11. Ethical Considerations

  • Research involving human participants, patients, healthcare professionals, or communities must comply with appropriate ethical standards.
  • Authors must provide information regarding ethical approval when applicable.
  • Authors must ensure confidentiality, privacy protection, and informed consent requirements are fulfilled.
  • Research involving patients or vulnerable populations must follow applicable ethical guidelines.

12. References

  • References should primarily consist of recent and reliable scientific sources.
  • Authors should use:
    • Scientific journal articles published within the last 5 years;
    • Relevant textbooks published within the last 10 years.
  • Authors are encouraged to use reference management software such as:
    • Mendeley;
    • Zotero;
    • EndNote.
  • Citations and references must follow the APA 7th Edition referencing style.
  • The reference list should be arranged alphabetically according to APA formatting requirements.
  • Authors should prioritize references from reputable national and international journals.

13. Originality and Publication Ethics

By submitting a manuscript to Optimal Journal of Nursing Research and Innovation (OJNRI), authors confirm that:

  • The manuscript is original work;
  • The manuscript has not been published previously;
  • The manuscript is not simultaneously submitted to another journal;
  • All sources, data, and contributions from other works are appropriately acknowledged;
  • The research complies with ethical and scientific standards.

All submitted manuscripts will undergo editorial screening and plagiarism checking before entering the peer-review process.