A strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats analysis- A study of Association of Community/Public Health Nursing Educators members

Elizabeth Kuchler; Linda Garner; LaDonna Whitten; Conni DeBlieck; Sharon Farra; Rebecca Davis; Debra Eardley; Ann Stalter

doi:10.1111/phn.12824

A strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats analysis- A study of Association of Community/Public Health Nursing Educators members

Public Health Nurs. 2021 May;38(3):449-458. doi: 10.1111/phn.12824. Epub 2020 Oct 25.

Authors

Elizabeth Kuchler¹, Linda Garner², LaDonna Whitten³, Conni DeBlieck⁴, Sharon Farra⁵, Rebecca Davis⁶, Debra Eardley⁷, Ann Stalter⁵

Affiliations

¹ New Mexico University, Las Cruces, NM, USA.
² Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO, USA.
³ Maryville University, St. Louis, MO, USA.
⁴ New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM, USA.
⁵ Research Committee, Association of Community Health Nursing Educators, Dayton, OH, USA.
⁶ Creighton University, Omaha, NE, USA.
⁷ Metropolitan State University, St. Paul, MN, USA.

PMID: 33103278
DOI: 10.1111/phn.12824

Abstract

Objective: Aims of this study were to identify the Association of Community/Public Health Nursing Educators members' demographics, educational preparation, and research competencies; and, to complete a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analysis.

Methods: A descriptive-correlational design was employed. Primary data collection was via electronic survey. Authors developed a survey focusing on demographics and aligning Benner's theory with research skills/experience. SWOT and gap analyses were performed.

Results: A 27.2% response rate (N = 352) revealed a lack of diversity among 70% doctorally prepared membership, perceived competence with interprofessional collaboration (80%), and applying research to practice (80%). Doctorally prepared members reported experience using longitudinal designs (p = .05). PhD-prepared members reported experience using psychometrics and evaluations (p = .05). SWOT revealed a lack of service engagement. Gap analysis offered solutions to execute strategic goals.

Conclusions: Association of Community/Public Health Nursing Educators may enhance future direction by advancing member diversity, professional development, collaborative scholarship, and mentoring.

Keywords: community health; nursing education; public health nursing education.

MeSH terms

Humans
Public Health Nursing*