Preparation for Disasters Among Nurse Leaders in New York State: A Replication Study and Guide for Preparation

Mary G Carey1, Cathy DeChance, Lillian Diaz

  • 1Author Affiliations: Professor, School of Nursing: Director, Clinical Nursing Research Center, (Dr Carey) University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY: Quality Specialist (Dr DeChance), Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY; Assistant Director of Nursing, (Dr Diaz), Northern Metropolitan Rehabilitation Center, Monsey, NY; Assistant Vice President of Nursing (Kabacinski), Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook, NY; Clinical Professor (Dr. Mann) SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY; Adjunct Faculty (Dr Millenbach), SUNY Empire/Utica University, Saratoga Springs/Utica, NY; Regional Sr. Director (Dr Moorehead), NYU Langone Health, Garden City, NY; Adjunct Faculty (Dr Sellers), SUNY Polytechnic Institute, Utica, NY; Senior Clinical Lecturer (Dr Zajc), Iona University, Bronxville, NY.

Summary

Nurse leaders show moderate confidence in disaster preparedness but need enhanced training. Targeted education in emergency management, supply chains, infection control, and well-being is crucial for future readiness.

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