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A found academic-practice partnerships, proficiency in implementation science and attention to dissemination of research findings could improve the field of Nursing Administration and Leadership Science (NALS) research and evidence-based leadership decision-making. The study was funded by the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú for Nursing Leadership Research and Education. Published in the October supplement issue of the Journal of Nursing Administration (JONA), the study evaluated survey responses of members of ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉúand the Association of Leadership Science in Nursing. The three major areas with limited evidence to guide nursing practice are quantifying the impact of nursing service; staffing models for point-of-care services; and nursing leadership development. Challenges to conducting NALS research included having personnel with research competencies, time limitations, a lack of leadership support, methodological challenges and funding. The October of JONA offers open access articles of interest to nursing leaders.