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Professional development needs of nurse educators. An Australian case study.
Florin Oprescu1, Margaret McAllister1, David Duncan1
1University of the Sunshine Coast, 90 Sippy Downs Dr, Sippy Downs, Queensland, Australia.
Nurse educators are vital for healthcare, but many lack confidence in their skills. Identifying professional development needs, like IT and assessment, is crucial for supporting these essential professionals.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Health Professions Education
Background:
- Global shortage of nurse educators necessitates enhanced support.
- Rapidly evolving healthcare landscape demands skilled nurse educators.
- Systematic identification of professional development needs is critical.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the practical professional development needs of nurse educators.
- To identify key areas for skill enhancement in nursing education.
Main Methods:
- Online survey distributed to 138 Australian nurse educators in Queensland.
- Data collected on professional development needs and self-perceived skill levels.
Main Results:
- High enthusiasm (83%) for nurse education, but lower confidence (45%) and expertise (<10%).
- Priority areas for development include information technology, assessment, and technical knowledge.
- Significant need for global online and offline support resources and communities of practice.
Conclusions:
- Nurse educators require targeted professional development to meet healthcare demands.
- Developing robust support systems and communities of practice is essential for advancing nursing education.
- Addressing skill gaps in IT, assessment, and technical knowledge will enhance educator effectiveness.
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