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A strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats analysis– A study of Association of Community/Public Health Nursing Educators members
Author(s) -
Kuchler Elizabeth,
Garner Linda,
Whitten LaDonna,
DeBlieck Conni,
Farra Sharon,
Davis Rebecca,
Eardley Debra,
Stalter Ann
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
public health nursing
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.471
H-Index - 55
eISSN - 1525-1446
pISSN - 0737-1209
DOI - 10.1111/phn.12824
Subject(s) - swot analysis , scholarship , diversity (politics) , competence (human resources) , public health , psychology , nursing research , demographics , medical education , public health nursing , community health , strengths and weaknesses , data collection , nursing , medicine , sociology , social psychology , political science , social science , management , demography , anthropology , law , economics
Abstract Objective Aims of this study were to identify the Association of Community/Public Health Nursing Educators members' 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's 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.