A Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats Analysis–A Study of Association of Community/Public Health Nursing Educators Members

Objective: Aims of this study were to identify the Association of Community/Public Health Nursing Educators members\u27 demographics, educational preparation, and research competencies; and, to complete a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analysis. Methods: A descriptive‐correlational design was employed. Primary data collection was via electronic survey. Authors developed a survey focusing on demographics and aligning Benner\u27s theory with research skills/experience. SWOT and gap analyses were performed. Results: A 27.2% response rate (N = 352) revealed a lack of diversity among 70% doctorally prepared membership, perceived competence with interprofessional collaboration (80%), and applying research to practice (80%). Doctorally prepared members reported experience using longitudinal designs (p =.05). PhD‐prepared members reported experience using psychometrics and evaluations (p =.05). SWOT revealed a lack of service engagement. Gap analysis offered solutions to execute strategic goals. Conclusions: Association of Community/Public Health Nursing Educators may enhance future direction by advancing member diversity, professional development, collaborative scholarship, and mentoring

A Crosswalk between the Omaha System and Guiding Undergraduate Public Health Nursing Education Documents

The Omaha System is the hallmark evidence‐based clinical information management system used in nursing education, research, and practice. Multiple education documents guide public health workforce preparation. This qualitative study identified similarities and gaps between the Omaha System and seven guiding documents commonly used by nurse educators. A crosswalk design was employed. The setting was virtually based using online technology. Recommendations are for public health nurse educators to update their teaching practices using evidence‐based approaches