Strategic Analyses in Nursing Schools: Attracting, Educating, and Graduating More Nursing Students

Crow, Stephen M.; Hartman, Sandra J.; Mahesh, Sathiadev; McLendon, Christy L.; Henson, Steve W.; Jacques, Paul H.

doi:10.1097/hcm.0b013e31818c80c3

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“…The Delphi questionnaire was developed from the literature by the Study Group and consisted of three parts: (1) Areas in need of NAR (26 items), which was divided into four sub-domains (field-specific domain, client group-specific domain, area-specific domain, and professional role-specific domain), rated on a five-point Likert scale (1 = not required , to 5 = essential function for NAR ). (2) Positive and negative influences in developing and establishing advanced nursing roles were assessed using the SWOT (Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities, and Threats) format [ 15 ]. Thirty-eight items were rated on a five-point Likert scale (1 = strongly disagree , to 5 = strongly agree ) as well as “not applicable”.…”

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Nurses in advanced roles as a strategy for equitable access to healthcare in the WHO Western Pacific region: a mixed methods study

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Background The Western Pacific region constitutes one-quarter of the world’s population and has diverse health needs. While dialogue on and promotion of advanced practice nurses are ongoing, this study investigated the current responsibilities of nurses in advanced roles, future healthcare needs, and the implications of these components for nurses’ professional development within the Western Pacific region. Methods This study employed three phases, a descriptive survey on the current status of nurses in advanced roles in the Western Pacific region, followed by a Delphi survey, and exploratory interviews. A total of 55 national experts with clinical, academic, and/or government-related backgrounds from 18 countries participated from December 2017 – December 2018. The descriptive survey via email to identify the status of nurses in advanced roles and a working definition was developed. This formed the basis for the Delphi survey, which identified key barriers and challenges for enhancing the development of nurses in advanced roles within the country (round 1) and for the region (rounds 2 and 3). Lastly, semi-structured individual interviews were conducted to identify strategies for establishing nurses in advanced roles to improve equitable access to healthcare. Results Thirty-seven roles and characteristics were identified and categorized for nurses performing advanced roles. Emergency care, critical care, elderly health, child health, and rural/remote communities were identified as fields with particular need for nurses in advanced roles in the Western Pacific region. Providing effective services, influencing government leadership, and advocating for health system sustainability were deemed necessary to improve equitable healthcare access. We found that nurses in advanced roles are not limited to clinical tasks within the hospital but are poised for active participation in primary healthcare, education/teaching, professional leadership, quality management, and research. Conclusions Demand for nurses in advanced roles is high in the Western Pacific region and 15 items were identified across five core strategic areas to enhance development of nurses in advanced roles. Governmental-level recommendations include establishing legislative protection, improving systems for remuneration, strengthening supportive channels, and conducting national needs assessments.

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“…One of the two studies of the nursing industry set goals based on SWOT analysis results and further assessed the results using metrics of employee satisfaction, retention, and productivity (Conway‐Morana, 2009). Other studies used SWOT analysis to combat personnel shortages in nursing (Contino, 2001; Crow et al , 2008).…”

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Exploring SWOT analysis – where are we now?

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Nixon

2010

Journal of Strategy and Management

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PurposeThe purpose of this study is to examine the use of the strategic management tool, Strengths‐Weaknesses‐Opportunities‐Threats or SWOT analysis, and to assess how the methodology has been used as well as changes to the methodology. The findings both for and against SWOT analysis should lead to a balanced view of the technique as well as yield ideas for needed theory building.Design/methodology/approachUsing the ABInform Global® database, academic peer‐reviewed articles were compiled indicating SWOT as one of the article's key index and search words.FindingsThe use of SWOT analysis continues to permeate the academic peer‐reviewed literature. Research supports SWOT analysis as a tool for planning purposes. Over the past decade, SWOT research has focused on analyzing organizations for recommended strategic actions. As a methodology for strategic positioning, SWOT analysis has been extended beyond companies to countries and industries and is used in virtually every published business case positioned for business student analysis. Additional use of SWOT is as teaching tools by consultants, trainers and educators. This paper provides a summary of the research studies and suggests paths for future research.Research limitations/implicationsThis paper is limited to analyzing reports found in a selection of academic peer‐reviewed business journals. However, research implications for applying SWOT analysis provides a broad spectrum of industry analysis in North America, Europe, and Asia. Additional limitations are the need to link SWOT analysis to other strategic tools and methodologies for further theory building, since past research continues to lack quantifiable findings on the success of the SWOT analysis.Practical implicationsA fresh view of new directions and implementations for SWOT analysis, as well as other strategic planning tools that can be combined with SWOT, provides guidance for practitioners and policy makers alike.Originality/valueThe article adds value to the existing literature as the first summary of SWOT research indicating its uses and limitations. Support of its usage and place in the strategic literature is validated. The SWOT methodology is pervasive, in large part, due to its simplicity. In addition, the use of SWOT as a proven developmental, results‐oriented strategic planning tool is also extended, although further research leading to theory building is warranted and recommended.

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“…A SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis was used to assist with implementation of the strategic plan (see Figure 1). Once the SWOT aspects were identified, a plan for implementation could be developed (Crow et al, 2008).…”

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confidence: 99%