Browsing by Author "Jeffers, Stephanie M."
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Becoming aware of compassionate care through a patient's story: Reflections from first year nursing students
Jeffers, Stephanie M.; Engel, Marcus (2016-03-21)Session presented on Monday, November 9, 2015 and Tuesday, November 10, 2015: The purpose of this qualitative descriptive study was to understand how faculty could use literature to teach first year nursing students about ... -
The effect of a formal mentoring program on career satisfaction and intent to stay in the faculty role for novice nurse faculty
Mariani, Bette A.; Jeffers, Stephanie M. (2016-03-21)Session presented on Sunday, November 8, 2015: Background: The transition from the role of a clinician to that of faculty in an academic setting can be challenging and stressful for novice nurse faculty. A lack of support ... -
The effect of an end-of-life communication simulation on nursing students' perceived communication self-efficacy
Jeffers, Stephanie M.; Ferry, DawnNurses require skill to communicate effectively with patients, families and medical professionals at the end of life. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of an End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC) ... -
Hospice clinical experience in an undergraduate nursing curriculum
Jeffers, Stephanie M.; Shellenbarger, Teresa; Forrester, David Anthony (Tony) (2017-10-17)The NFLA scholars each develop and implement a team project, to expand their leadership skills, with assistance from a faculty mentor and advisor. The team project, initiated by this scholar, was an integration of a hospice ... -
The lived experience of novice nurses caring for patients at the end-of-life
Jeffers, Stephanie M.Novice nurses are faced with the reality of learning how to prioritize care for all patients, including those who are terminally ill. The purpose of this research study was to explore the experiences of novice registered ... -
A patient's last breath: An analysis of hospice clinical vs. hospice simulation experiences
Jeffers, Stephanie M. (2017-06-12)Purpose: The literature has shown that registered nurses continue to feel inadequately prepared to address end-of-life issues, due to a lack of education on the process of dying and how to manage patient symptoms, cultural ... -
Sigma Leadership Opportunities: What Are You Waiting For?
Sherwood, Gwen D.; Jeffers, Stephanie M.; Smallheer, Benjamin A.; Naber, Jessica L.; Lockwood, Barbara; Stallings, Devita T.Members of the Leadership Succession Committee will discuss opportunities for serving as an international leader in the Honor Society. Open positions and position descriptions will be identified during this session as well ...