Table 3 Standardized factor loadings for the Implementation Climate Scale
ICS Factor items | 6-factor Solution Factor Loadings |
|---|---|
1. Focus on EBP | |
 Main goal is to use EBP effectively | .89 |
 Think implementation is important | .89 |
 Using EBP is a top priority | .82 |
2. Educational Support for EBP | |
 EBP trainings or in-services | .87 |
 Conferences, workshops, or seminars | .83 |
 Training materials, journals, etc. | .71 |
3. Recognition for EBP | |
 Held in high esteem | .86 |
 Seen as clinical expert | .83 |
 More likely to be promoted | .57 |
4. Rewards for EBP | |
 Financial incentives for use of EBP | .88 |
 More likely to get a bonus/raise | .76 |
 Accumulate compensated time | .68 |
5. Selection for EBP | |
 Previously used EBP | .84 |
 Value EBP | .87 |
 Formal education supporting EBP | .86 |
6. Selection for Openness | |
 Adaptable | .88 |
 Flexible | .90 |
 Open to new interventions | .67 |