Author:
Clark Cynthia M.,Davis Sandra,Kuhl Lynne,Priddy Kristen D.,Robinson Marlo D.
Abstract
Background:
Professional identity in nursing (PIN) is a multifaceted construct that evolves throughout one's nursing career. As new knowledge about PIN emerges, the influence of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) becomes increasingly vital in shaping a nurse's identity.
Method:
Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory is used to illustrate the complex, reciprocal, and intersecting influences of DEIB in the transformational process of becoming a nurse.
Results:
The authors provide an in-depth analysis of the nexus of DEIB and PIN conceptual model, examine reciprocal relationships between DEIB and the individual and collective PIN, offer a detailed case study for the application of DEIB and PIN, and make recommendations for implementing the conceptual model.
Conclusion:
The model may be used to integrate DEIB and PIN by nurses in all settings.
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J Contin Educ Nurs.
202x;5x(x):xx–xx.]
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