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Julee B Waldrop¹, Frances E Likis²

¹Duke University School of Nursing, Durham, North Carolina, USA.

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|November 20, 2021

Summary

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Nurse editors manage scientific literature, a role often learned on the job. This study highlights their satisfaction in supporting nurses

Keywords:

leadership mentor nurse editor nursing journal

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Medical Informatics
Publishing

Background:

The role of nurse editors in shaping nursing literature is significant but under-documented.
Understanding the contemporary responsibilities and practices of nurse editors is crucial for the profession.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine the contemporary roles and practices of nurse editors in the nursing profession.

Main Methods:

A cross-sectional study was conducted in early 2019 with 129 nurse editors.
An online survey, based on a prior instrument, with 43 primarily multiple-choice questions was utilized.
Descriptive statistics were employed for data analysis.

Main Results:

Nurse editors' roles encompass journal management, editorial decision-making, and professional leadership.
The role is largely learned on the job, with editors deriving satisfaction from assisting nurses in publication.
Nurse editors are older, better educated, receive more submissions, and perceive the role as demanding yet rewarding.
This study is the first to report on the roles of various levels of editors.

Conclusions:

The study describes current nurse editor roles and practices, advocating for increased awareness and consideration of this leadership position.
Promoting visibility and support can encourage more nurses to pursue this attainable and satisfying career path.