Mixed methods assessment reveals early-stage implementation of trauma-informed practices in a nursing school, suggesting strategic improvements are needed.
Background: Trauma-informed practices (TIPs) support academic success and align with nursing values, yet their integration into nursing education is understudied. Method: A mixed-methods online survey was administered in Spring 2024 to faculty and staff at a private U.S. School of Nursing to assess TIPs across three domains using Likert items and open-ended prompts. Results: Overall implementation averaged 1.73 ( SD = 0.39) on a 0 to 3 scale, indicating early stage implementation. Scores were highest for Staff Interaction (2.23) and Awareness (1.99), and lowest for Environment (1.43) and Policies (1.49). Qualitative responses confirmed early-stage implementation and emphasized the need for education, leadership modeling, policy integration, and ongoing evaluation. Conclusion: Findings highlight opportunities to enhance TIPs in nursing education. Targeted strategies can improve well-being and support trauma-sensitive environments for both students and staff.
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