It’s all about work environment. JONA’s March issue highlights this ever-important topic, with published studies on nursing aspiration for management positions, the role of team work and autonomy, and job satisfaction vs. intent to stay. I hope nurse leaders will reflect on these research findings and evaluate our opportunities to impact practice settings. Follow the links below within our “From the Journals” and “Bonus Content” sections to gain free access to these timely articles.
And don’t forget our app! JONA’s iPad application gives you expanded capabilities, such as supplemental digital content through data files, short videos, and data collection instruments.
I always appreciate hearing from our dedicated readers. Please refer to “Guidelines for Authors” available online at www.jonajournal.com for initial guidance, in addition to individual suggestions and direction.
Sincerely,
Karen S. Hill, RN, DNP, NEA-BC, FACHE
Editor-in-Chief, JONA
jonaeditor@gmail.com
Alert: Five changes coming your way
Providers, payers, and vendors will face a handful of health IT challenges over the coming months.
The cost of care
Overall hospital prices are 2% higher than one year ago, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
“Essential benefits” to expand
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has released policies pertaining to two major health concerns in its core package of benefits that insurers must offer when the Affordable Care Act takes full effect in 2014.
STTI seeks grant candidates
The Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI), seeks applicants for its international nursing research grant that targets health disparities globally.