Calling Nursing Informatics Leaders: Opportunities for Personal and Professional Growth

Abstract

New and emerging technologies in healthcare incorporate big data and artificial intelligence analytics change every day. With the continued integration of technology into healthcare, we need more Nursing Informatics (NI) leaders. To identify actionable steps emerging NI leaders can take to mature, we conducted a website scan of eight professional organizations and two interviews with nurse leaders who have experience in those organizations. This article discusses nursing informatics and nursing leadership, and we describe our study methods and findings. Based on our study results, we provide specific recommendations for emerging NI leaders, such as obtaining training or education, seeking mentorship, building a network, cultivating confidence, and being active in professional organizations. Engaging in self-reflection and self-assessment can assist new and emerging NI leaders to prioritize actions they can take to mature in this nursing specialty.