Felesia Bowen, Doreen C Harper, Joyce Gillie Gossom, Nevette S Sample, Maria R Shirey
{"title":"Academic Leadership for Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.","authors":"Felesia Bowen, Doreen C Harper, Joyce Gillie Gossom, Nevette S Sample, Maria R Shirey","doi":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000612","DOIUrl":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000612","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Academic nursing prepares nurses for the future to deliver, improve, and innovate health care. Moving forward on this imperative requires nurse leaders to support diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts thus partnering with individuals, families, communities, and other sectors to advance health equity, reduce health disparities, and improve care. The purpose of this article is to describe the creation, launch, and evaluation of an Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in an academic nursing institution. Lessons learned are shared to assist others in their own journey to establish a DEI structure within an academic setting, especially one with a robust academic-practice partnership. The ideas shared are easily transferable to nonacademic settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":35640,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Administration Quarterly","volume":"48 1","pages":"21-32"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138811614","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Can We Finally Move the Needle on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Nursing?","authors":"Dawn M Carroll, Trarina Jerome Harris","doi":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000617","DOIUrl":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000617","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Much attention has been given to diversity, equity, and inclusion in health care for more than a decade. This has resulted in slow progression in moving the needle. Minority nurses continue to be unrepresented and express higher levels of dissatisfaction in comparison with their White counterparts. Minority nurses report significantly higher odds of being dissatisfied with their independence at work, advancement opportunities, salary, and tuition benefits. This article provides a context for minority nurse underrepresentation and dissatisfaction and suggests actionable interventions to make nursing more inclusive.</p>","PeriodicalId":35640,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Administration Quarterly","volume":"48 1","pages":"65-70"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138811615","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Outsiders Within: The Lived Experience of Being Black and Female When Becoming a Nurse Executive.","authors":"Daihnia Dunkley","doi":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000622","DOIUrl":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000622","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Few Black nurses occupy positions of leadership, and even fewer Black female nurses advance to careers as nurse executives. The purpose of this 2018 study was to explore the lived experience of being Black and female when becoming a nurse executive, specifically the nuances of being both a racial and gender minority. Using a hermeneutic phenomenological method, this study explored the experiences of a purposive sample of 10 Black female nurse executives through semistructured telephone interviews. van Manen's approach and Collins' Black feminist thought as the theoretical framework guided data analysis. Three themes emerged: (a) living in a constant state of readiness; (b) embracing the responsibility beyond the job description; and (c) overcoming. Participants testified of the psychological dynamics of Black womanness, and the burdens of the intersectionality of race, gender, and class discrimination, while managing the complexities and rigors of a thriving career. Discussing the results of this research will help leaders in nursing, health care, and related professions to understand further the experiences of Black female nurse executives, which will inform efforts to (a) increase minority representation in positions of nursing leadership and (b) improve health equity.</p>","PeriodicalId":35640,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Administration Quarterly","volume":"48 1","pages":"E1-E13"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138811621","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Diversity, Equity, Inclusion: Where Do You Start?","authors":"Melissa Fritz, Ashley Gresham","doi":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000614","DOIUrl":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000614","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are corresponding values that represent the workforce makeup, ensure fair treatment for all, provide organizations with welcome and support for all employees, and empower them to make a profound impact. Being welcome, included, and valued is a fundamental human need and essential to eliminating inequities in the world. The worlds of 2 nursing leaders collided at the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) Director Fellowship. One was an African American nursing leader, and the other a White nursing leader, realizing that their worlds were very similar in leadership, yet different in many ways. This article gives the reader an inside look at the DEI journeys of both nursing leaders and their impact on DEI in the professional workplace and surrounding community. It showcases the great work of 2 health care organizations, one in the Midwest and one in the Southeast.</p>","PeriodicalId":35640,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Administration Quarterly","volume":"48 1","pages":"5-10"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138811616","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Austin Nation, Jonathan Pelayo, Mathew Trevino, Aleiza Mae Ambalada, J Carlo Hojilla, Phyllis Raynor, Frieda Outlaw
{"title":"Exploring Health Care Access Among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Populations in Orange County, California: A Pilot Cross-sectional Study.","authors":"Austin Nation, Jonathan Pelayo, Mathew Trevino, Aleiza Mae Ambalada, J Carlo Hojilla, Phyllis Raynor, Frieda Outlaw","doi":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000616","DOIUrl":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000616","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>There are approximately 90 000 lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals in Orange County, California. LGBT individuals have significant health disparities, particularly if they are from racial or ethnic minority groups and/or have a disability. There are structural and access barriers in the health care system that increase these health disparities. These individuals experience discriminatory situations when accessing health care and mental health services, which may affect their health-seeking behaviors. The purpose of this pilot quantitative cross-sectional study was to gather information about the current health care experiences and needs of this LGBT population including priority health issues, physical and mental health care utilization, and perceived adequacy of LGBT-friendly physical and mental health care providers. These findings will inform organizational strategies for nursing administrators and other health care leaders when tailoring, planning, and redesigning structures that meaningfully address the service needs of this at-risk group. Seventy-five participants were recruited from 2 organizations serving the LGBT community to complete an online survey. Findings include trouble finding an LGBT competent provider, delays or being unable to access care, and worried about losing insurance. Most participants needed to visit multiple different locations to receive care and preferred a 1-stop shop.</p>","PeriodicalId":35640,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Administration Quarterly","volume":" ","pages":"11-20"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10842985/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138483177","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Janette V Moreno, David R Marshall, Anita Girard, Nicole M B Mitchell, Margo B Minissian, Bernice Coleman
{"title":"An Organizational Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice: A Multipronged Strategic Approach.","authors":"Janette V Moreno, David R Marshall, Anita Girard, Nicole M B Mitchell, Margo B Minissian, Bernice Coleman","doi":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000611","DOIUrl":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000611","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Cedars-Sinai is a sixth continuous Magnet organization in Southern California that embodies inclusive leadership in support of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) principles. The organization adheres to a strategic model prioritizing staff sense of belonging, empowerment, engagement, curiosity, and creativity. Employing inclusive leadership, we have implemented strong programs of professional development and continuous learning, innovation, and research. This leadership and these programs have fostered a culture of inquiry, support evidence-driven practice, quality improvement, and staff engagement. Our organization is committed to creating a caring and healing environment that promotes performance. We believe in practicing loving-kindness toward ourselves and others as a core value. Executive leadership support has been a key element in our successful implementation of DEIJ strategies, including employee resource groups, Shared Leadership Councils, transition to practice programs, health equity research, and innovative solutions. These strategies have been shown to yield a significant return on investment.</p>","PeriodicalId":35640,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Administration Quarterly","volume":" ","pages":"33-48"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138488564","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Fostering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Through the Lens of Gratitude.","authors":"Crystal Lawson, Alicia Truelove","doi":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000608","DOIUrl":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000608","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is the work of leaders. The opportunity to embrace individuality and grow collectively is something to be appreciated. The work requires leadership at all levels and starts from within. Having the courage to lean into discomfort that comes with the work reaps great rewards. Assessing your organization and applying learnings is the start to culture change. This is only the start, this work is ongoing, and it is with gratitude we should embrace to opportunity for inclusion. We as individuals and teams will benefit as well as those we serve.</p>","PeriodicalId":35640,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Administration Quarterly","volume":"48 1","pages":"49-54"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138811617","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Transition to Perioperative Specialty Practice: A Solution to RN Outward Migration.","authors":"Mary Lynne Knighten, Miriam Yvanovich","doi":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000598","DOIUrl":"10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000598","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Frontline nurses are exiting the workforce, fueling a crisis in health care. Years of chronic staffing shortages, trauma experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and faculty shortages resulting in lessened ability to produce new nurses are complicating the ability of hospitals and health systems to provide high-quality care at a time when hundreds of thousands of nurses are predicted to leave the profession. A solution to this problem, which may produce internal \"churn,\" can also create the opportunity for an internal pipeline of transition to specialty practice-recovering nurses who otherwise might be lost. An influx of experienced nurses to the perioperative setting from medical/surgical, telemetry, emergency departments, and intensive care units provides a unique opportunity to fill critical vacancies for a department that traditionally hires less experienced nurses and has expected vacancies due to nurses of retirement age leaving. Key components of a transition to practice arising from the desire to leave stressful, traumatic bedside roles and seek \"safer\" and perceived less stressful clinical positions involve assessing and promoting resilience and demonstrating self-efficacy. Creating the right environment and offering an evidence-based training opportunity for experienced nurses in a specialty transition to practice can leverage years of experience and skill, support new skill acquisition, stem outward migration of nurses, and potentially salvage the careers of nurses who have contributed to the profession.</p>","PeriodicalId":35640,"journal":{"name":"Nursing Administration Quarterly","volume":"47 4","pages":"313-319"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10111980","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}