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