You're a published author!

Once a nurse author writes a quality manuscript, the article is submitted to an appropriate journal, reviewed by the editor, and sent to review panel members with expertise consistent with the topic of the article or the methodology of research articles. After review, panel members recommend the article be published, accepted for publication after revision, revised without promise of publication, or rejected. Nurse authors have options as to how they handle the recommendation.

It starts with an idea!

Writing for publication is a responsibility of all a profession's members; however, nurses may not have had the opportunity to learn the process of writing and publishing manuscripts in professional journals. The process of writing for publication begins with an idea that is focused on and slanted toward a particular audience. Nurse authors must then create space in their fast-paced day for writing in an environment that supports their concentration and creativity.

Providing leadership in a culturally diverse workplace.

Cultural diversity is an increasingly important characteristic of the work force. Occupational health nurses with sensitivity to the influence of culture on behavior and knowledge of strategies to deliver culturally competent services can lead to and/or help develop a culturally sensitive health care environment and influence corporate culture and policies.