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- Publisher
- Wolters Kluwer Health
- Copyright
- Copyright © 2019 International Association of Forensic Nurses
- ISSN
- 1556-3693
- eISSN
- 1939-3938
- DOI
- 10.1097/JFN.0000000000000247
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
Editorial Where Is Your Manuscript? Why Aren’t You Writing for Us? Cindy Peternelj-Taylor, RN, BScN, MSc, DF-IAFN truly believe that every forensic nurse has a story to influences the science underpinning our specialty and provides tell—a manuscript to write. I also know that many fo- a foundation for evidence-informed practice. I rensic nurses shudder at the thought of writing for For those of you pondering this invitation, your motiva- publication. Common responses to my queries often in- tion to write for publication may be as diverse as our spe- clude some version of “I can't write,”“You don't want cialty. Is it fame and notoriety that you seek? Or perhaps me writing for your journal,” or “If only I could write.” you are hoping for an academic position? And for those of Writing, contrary to the beliefs of many, is not some innate youalreadyinacademe,itmightwellbetosecurepromotion skill that we are born with; rather, it is one that requires and tenure. Your intentions may be related to professional nurturance, perseverance, and stick-to-itiveness—skills that recognition and career advancement, or your reasons may are honed over time. I will be the first to admit that writ- be more altruistic and reflect the personal satisfaction that
Journal
Journal of Forensic Nursing – Wolters Kluwer Health
Published: Jan 1, 2019