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The nurse influencer: A concept synthesis and analysis
Hollie Gentry1, Maryjo Prince-Paul1
1Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA.
Nursing Forum
|November 4, 2020
Summary
A nurse influencer is a nurse with a platform to drive change through integrity and communication. This study defines the concept, outlining key attributes and contributions for nurses seeking to influence healthcare.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Healthcare Communication
- Digital Health
Background:
- The nursing profession is recognized for its core values of caring, advocacy, and trustworthiness.
- The concept of the nurse influencer is emerging within the healthcare landscape.
- Clarifying the nurse influencer concept is crucial for understanding their attributes and potential impact.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish a clear and comprehensive definition of the nurse influencer concept.
- To analyze the essential characteristics and opportunities associated with nurse influencers.
- To provide a foundational understanding for this evolving role in healthcare.
Main Methods:
- Employed Walker and Avant's established method for concept synthesis and analysis.
- Utilized a rigorous approach to deconstruct and define the nurse influencer concept.
- Focused on identifying core attributes and defining characteristics through systematic analysis.
Main Results:
- A nurse influencer is defined as a nurse who leverages a platform to effect change.
- Key attributes include integrity, a commitment to continuous learning, and effective communication skills.
- Nurse influencers can disseminate knowledge, foster empowerment, and drive positive change in healthcare.
Conclusions:
- This concept analysis offers the first formal definition and explanation of the nurse influencer.
- A concept map detailing the attributes and contributions of nurse influencers has been developed.
- The study provides a framework for understanding the role and impact of nurse influencers in modern healthcare.
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