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Occupational health nursing research priorities: a changing focus
1Occupational Health Nursing Program, School of Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA.
Summary
This study updated occupational health nursing research priorities. A Delphi survey identified 12 key areas impacting worker health and the nursing profession.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health Nursing
- Nursing Research
- Public Health
Background:
- Occupational health nursing research priorities require regular reexamination to align with current worker health needs and professional advancements.
- Previous research priorities may not fully address contemporary challenges in workplace health and safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To reexamine and update the critical research priorities within the field of occupational health nursing.
- To identify specific areas requiring targeted research to enhance worker health outcomes and advance the nursing profession.
Main Methods:
- A geographically proportionate random sample of 15% of American Association of Occupational Health Nurses (AAOHN) members participated.
- A two-stage Delphi technique was employed to systematically gather and refine expert opinions on research priorities.
Main Results:
- Participants evaluated 37 potential occupational health research priorities based on their impact on worker health and value to the profession.
- Twelve high-priority research areas were identified through the Delphi process, indicating consensus among experts.
Conclusions:
- The study successfully updated and established a refined set of research priorities for occupational health nursing.
- These identified priorities provide a roadmap for future research endeavors aimed at improving occupational health and safety for workers.