Nursing Faculty Experiences With Emergent Remote Teaching Transitions: A Qualitative Systematic Review.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Public Health Emergencies
• Qualitative Research

Background:

• Limited information exists on nursing faculty experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic transition.
• Understanding these experiences is vital for adapting nursing education.

Purpose of the Study:

• To synthesize qualitative studies on nursing faculty experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• To identify key challenges and coping mechanisms.

Main Methods:

• A systematic review of 12 qualitative studies adhering to PRISMA guidelines.
• Studies were sourced from 5 electronic databases and registered with PROSPERO.

Main Results:

• Five common themes emerged from 330 nursing faculty experiences: pedagogical concerns, heavy workloads, pandemic acceptance/coping, need for support, and program improvement opportunities.
• Studies were conducted globally, including Australia, Jordan, Pakistan, South Korea, and the US.
• Identified themes span from pedagogical shifts to the necessity of institutional support.

Conclusions:

• Findings can inform educational administrators on challenges and reforms in nursing education.
• Results provide a basis for enhancing teaching approaches and developing strategies for future health crises.
• Recommendations focus on improving support systems and adapting curricula for resilience.