{"title":"Nurse Faculty Job Satisfaction: A Concept Analysis.","authors":"Cori Heier, Heather Nelson-Brantley","doi":"10.3928/00220124-20240301-04","DOIUrl":"10.3928/00220124-20240301-04","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>This study provides an analysis of the concept of nurse faculty job satisfaction.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Walker and Avant's (2019) eight-step method guided this analysis. Searches of the CINAHL, PubMed, Medline, and Cochrane databases were performed with the following terms: <i>faculty</i>, <i>nursing</i>, <i>nurs* faculty</i>, <i>nurs* educator</i>, <i>job satisfaction</i>, <i>work satisfaction</i>, and <i>employee satisfaction</i>. Thirty-seven articles published between 2010 and 2022 in the field of nursing were included.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Three defining attributes of nurse faculty job satisfaction were identified: psychological empowerment, self-efficacy, and motivational factors (achievement, recognition, responsibility, advancement, work, and growth). Antecedents included mentoring, effective leadership, structural support, and work culture and relationships. The consequences of nurse faculty job satisfaction were commitment (professional and organizational) and work efficiency, which included productivity, creativity, and innovation.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This concept analysis showed the attributes of nurse faculty job satisfaction are intrinsic and the antecedents are extrinsic. An operational definition was proposed, and a conceptual model was created. <b>[<i>J Contin Educ Nurs.</i> 2024;55(7):331-337.]</b>.</p>","PeriodicalId":49295,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"331-337"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140102699","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Leadership Succession Planning for ANCC Accredited Providers in Nursing Continuing Professional Development.","authors":"Kelli Schweitzer, Jennifer Graebe","doi":"10.3928/00220124-20240610-02","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3928/00220124-20240610-02","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Succession planning in leadership is a strategic process used to identify and develop future leaders to fill key organizational positions. This process ensures continuity of leadership and helps maintain the organization's performance over time. Succession planning is essential for critical roles and can be part of a broader strategic plan for talent management. Organizations that are accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) in Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) can benefit from implementing succession planning to drive the stability of its work as an Accredited Provider and confirm that the organization maintains its commitment to quality in providing NCPD. This column describes how the Accredited Provider Program Director (AP-PD) role can benefit from implementing succession planning into the structure of the Accredited Provider processes. <b>[<i>J Contin Educ Nurs.</i> 2024;55(7):321-325.]</b>.</p>","PeriodicalId":49295,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing","volume":"55 7","pages":"321-325"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141499427","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Inspiring and Nurturing Human-Centered Leaders: The Vital Role of Mentorship.","authors":"Susan Campis, Lucy Leclerc, Kay Kennedy","doi":"10.3928/00220124-20240516-03","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3928/00220124-20240516-03","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Because health care is a relational profession, logic suggests the structures, processes, and outcomes of nursing leadership and mentoring should be strongly grounded in relational concepts. Human-Centered Leadership in Healthcare™ provides an evidence-based, contemporary structure to carry out the vital process of mentoring for future leaders to deliver on patient and team member outcomes. <b>[<i>J Contin Educ Nurs</i>. 2024;55(6):276-278.]</b>.</p>","PeriodicalId":49295,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing","volume":"55 6","pages":"276-278"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141180289","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Values and Ethics Domain for Professional Identity in Nursing.","authors":"Debra Liebig, Jennifer L Embree, Crissy Lough","doi":"10.3928/00220124-20240516-04","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3928/00220124-20240516-04","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>A crucial domain of professional identity in nursing is the area of values and ethics. Comprising a set of core values and principles, values and ethics are used to guide nurse conduct. Professional development specialists can use the nursing code of ethics and organizational structure and examples to teach nurses the values and ethics domain of professional identity in nursing. <b>[<i>J Contin Educ Nurs</i>. 2024;55(6):279-281.]</b>.</p>","PeriodicalId":49295,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing","volume":"55 6","pages":"279-281"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141180362","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Let Me Be Clear-If Only We Could.","authors":"Patricia S Yoder-Wise","doi":"10.3928/00220124-20240516-01","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3928/00220124-20240516-01","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":49295,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing","volume":"55 6","pages":"271-272"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141180247","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Stephen D Schneid, Hirsh Makhija, Jess Mandel, Amy Kalinowski, Judy E Davidson
{"title":"An Evidence-Based Approach to Constructing Multiple-Choice Test Questions for Knowledge Assessment.","authors":"Stephen D Schneid, Hirsh Makhija, Jess Mandel, Amy Kalinowski, Judy E Davidson","doi":"10.3928/00220124-20240301-06","DOIUrl":"10.3928/00220124-20240301-06","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>This article provides nursing educators practical tips and evidence-based strategies for effective construction of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Well-designed MCQs that align with the intended learning objectives are critical for implementing sound assessment practices.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>This article offers a step-by-step approach to test construction, starting with the assessment blueprint and followed by important considerations when writing the specific components of the MCQ.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Appropriate inclusion of clinical context in the MCQ and a description of common flaws to avoid, with suggested remedies, are also addressed.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Ultimately, the goal of this article is to equip nurse educators with the foundational tools to create high-quality MCQs that effectively assess knowledge acquisition by learners. <b>[<i>J Contin Educ Nurs.</i> 2024;55(6):289-296.]</b>.</p>","PeriodicalId":49295,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"289-296"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140102696","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (JEDI-B) in Transition to Practice Programs.","authors":"Kathryn Reed","doi":"10.3928/00220124-20240516-02","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3928/00220124-20240516-02","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (JEDI-B) are essential for creating safe and productive professional environments. Clear definitions of JEDI-B terms are essential for collective understanding and organizational buy-in. Institutional and transition to practice program efforts should focus on the development of inclusive cultures, diverse curriculum, and data-driven evaluation of JEDI-B policies, processes, and practices. Engagement in bias recognition and the unlearning of those biases is also vital. Despite current legislative challenges, the integration of JEDI-B principles remains a vital component in enhancing health care experiences for patients and fostering inclusive workplaces. <b>[<i>J Contin Educ Nurs</i>. 2024;55(6):273-275.]</b>.</p>","PeriodicalId":49295,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing","volume":"55 6","pages":"273-275"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141180292","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Preceptor Boot Camp: Basic Training for Novice Preceptors.","authors":"Brenda B McNeil, Ivy M Alexander","doi":"10.3928/00220124-20240301-01","DOIUrl":"10.3928/00220124-20240301-01","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>A clinical preceptor (CP) provides the vital link to apply didactic learning in clinical practice for nurse practitioner (NP) students. A nationwide shortage of CPs continues. The goal of this pilot project was to evaluate a model for developing preceptors from the school of nursing alumni that addressed modifiable academic barriers to precepting.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Six NP alumni from the school of nursing participated in a comprehensive novice CP training program based on Kolb's experiential learning theory and unparalleled faculty support through regularly scheduled contact. Pre- and posttests, site visits, and focus groups were used to assess the participants' progress.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Participants' self-reported ability to teach and manage time when working with NP students improved, and 83.9% showed improved knowledge of precepting skills.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Foundational skills and communication are essential elements to support novice CPs. This support may enhance both student and CP experience as well as increase retention of CPs. <b>[<i>J Contin Educ Nurs.</i> 2024;55(6):283-288.]</b>.</p>","PeriodicalId":49295,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"283-288"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140102701","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Translating Person-Centered Care Policy Into Practice: A Pre-Post Study of a Work-Based Learning Intervention for Nurses.","authors":"Jo-Anne Todd, Brenton Shanahan, Letitia Del Fabbro, Lyn Armit, Laurie Grealish","doi":"10.3928/00220124-20240301-02","DOIUrl":"10.3928/00220124-20240301-02","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Person-centered care is critical to quality health care, but difficult to implement. This challenge is attributed to cultural factors derived from group values about work practices. Work-based educational interventions allow nurses to develop shared meanings of practice, in this case, promoting the value of person-centered care.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A 30-minute, work-based educational intervention incorporating reflection on videorecorded practice scenarios was evaluated with a quasi-experimental pre-post design. Nurses (<i>N</i> = 119) completed a survey, including a subset of 16 items from the Person-Centred Practice Inventory-Staff, before and immediately after the intervention.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Nurses' awareness of what patients value about their care, the importance of connecting with the patient, and the value of integrating human elements into actions increased after the intervention. Nurses' perceptions of how they would include patients and their preferences in care decisions did not significantly change.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Educational techniques that allow nursing teams to reflect on practice may help with implementation of person-centered care. <b>[<i>J Contin Educ Nurs.</i> 2024;55(6):303-308.]</b>.</p>","PeriodicalId":49295,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"303-308"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140102702","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Megan M Gray, Rachel Umoren, Cindy Sayre, Anna Hagan, Kim Jackson, Karena Wong, Sara Kim
{"title":"Finding Your Voice: A Large-Scale Nursing Training in Speaking up and Listening Skills.","authors":"Megan M Gray, Rachel Umoren, Cindy Sayre, Anna Hagan, Kim Jackson, Karena Wong, Sara Kim","doi":"10.3928/00220124-20240201-05","DOIUrl":"10.3928/00220124-20240201-05","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Training in speaking up skills for nursing professionals provides the groundwork for promoting a culture of curiosity and inquiry. At the foundation of speaking up is psychological safety for team members to disagree, offer alternative ideas, and ask questions.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>A large-scale training session, Finding Your Voice: Speaking Up & Listening Skills, was designed and delivered to 1,306 nurses at an academic medical center.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Most participants reported that the session met the training goals (97%). There was an increase in participants' confidence in speaking up (pretraining 69% ± 19%; posttraining 73% ± 15%; <i>p</i> < .0001), and listening (pretraining 68% ± 19%; post-training 74% ± 15%; <i>p</i> < .0001). Leaders showed greater increases in confidence in listening and responding to nurses speaking up (leaders 5.6% vs. nonleaders 4.2%, <i>p</i> < .00001).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Nurses benefited from an interactive educational experience by practicing strategies for speaking up and listening. <b>[<i>J Contin Educ Nurs</i>. 2024;55(6):309-316.]</b>.</p>","PeriodicalId":49295,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"309-316"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139703809","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}