Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

metrics 2024

Driving Change in Healthcare Through Scholarly Excellence

Introduction

Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners is a leading publication dedicated to the advancement of nurse practitioner research, education, and practice. Published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, this journal focuses on disseminating innovative findings, clinical approaches, and evidence-based practices that enhance patient care and the profession's stature. With an ISSN of 2327-6886 and an E-ISSN of 2327-6924, the journal has established a significant presence within the academic community, boasting a 2023 Q2 ranking in Nursing and a Q3 in the broader category of Medicine (miscellaneous). Its indexed position—ranked #70 out of 139 in General Nursing by Scopus—reflects its commitment to quality and relevance in the field. Open access options further ensure that research findings are readily available to practitioners, educators, and students, facilitating a greater impact on patient outcomes and nursing practices. With content spanning from 2013 to 2024, the journal continues to serve as a pivotal resource for those endeavoring to enhance the expertise of nurse practitioners worldwide.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.38
Journal Impact Factor1.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.40
H-Index32
Journal IF Without Self1.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.41
Influence0.38
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life5.30
Citing Half Life4.90
JCI0.61
Total Documents1398
WOS Total Citations1558
SCIMAGO Total Citations3641
SCIMAGO SELF Citations319
Scopus Journal Rank0.38
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.09
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.10
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.20

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Nursing in Nursing
Rank #70/139
Percentile 49.64
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

NURSING
Rank 118/191
Percentile 38.50
Quartile Q3
HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES
Rank 140/174
Percentile 19.80
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES
Rank 101/175
Percentile 42.29
Quartile Q3
NURSING
Rank 111/191
Percentile 41.88
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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