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Amy Glasofer1, Anne Bertino Lapinsky
1Author Affiliations: Nurse Scientist (Dr Glasofer), Virtua, Mt Laurel; and Advanced Nurse Clinician (Ms Lapinsky), Virtua Voorhees, Voorhees, New Jersey.
The Journal of Nursing Administration
|July 16, 2019
Summary
Nursing supervisors, an aging workforce, prioritize emergency response. This study defined their roles and work activities, recommending a national replication.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Management
- Healthcare Leadership
- Workforce Studies
Background:
- The nursing supervisor role lacks clear definition and understanding.
- The academic preparation and specific work activities of nursing supervisors are poorly understood.
- Limited data exists on the demographics and professional backgrounds of nursing supervisors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To delineate the role and describe the work activities of nursing supervisors.
- To characterize the demographic profile of nursing supervisors.
- To understand the prioritization of tasks within the nursing supervisor role.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the American Nurses Credentialing Center® framework for role delineation.
- Recruited a convenience sample of 50 nursing supervisors from New Jersey.
- Administered an online survey to collect demographic data and prioritize work activities.
Main Results:
- The sample comprised a homogeneous, aging nursing workforce with varied professional preparation.
- Factor analysis identified six key categories of nursing supervisor work.
- Participants ranked responding to emergencies as their highest priority.
Conclusions:
- Emergency response is the paramount responsibility for nursing supervisors.
- The study highlights the need for a broader, nationwide investigation into the nursing supervisor role.
- Further research is recommended to validate these findings across a larger, diverse population.
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