Public Health Nurses in an Emergency Response: Highlighting Proficiencies and Training Needs (Blog)


Abstract

Public health nurses and nurse-led local health departments possess unique skills that were important in responding to COVID-19, especially in areas related to justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, and applying evidence-based approaches. Areas for additional training were also identified to guide future public health nurse workforce development.


Authors:

Shahrir SF, Kett PM, Bekemeier B

Journal/Publisher:

Journal of Public Health Management and Practice (JPHMP) Direct

Edition:

Apr 2024.

Funder:

HRSA: HWRC Health Equity

Documents:

Blog

Citation:

Shahrir S, Kett PM, Bekemeier B. Public health nurses in an emergency response: Highlighting proficiencies and training needs (Blog). Journal of Public Health Management and Practice (JPHMP) Direct. Apr 2024

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