Assessing Nurse Educator Competencies: Key Skills and Insight Cultural Competence

Hilmi Yumni, Hepta Nur Anugrahini, Tiana Rachmadita, Sri Wahyuni and Budi Susatia

Seminars in Medical Writing and Education, 2025, vol. 4, 280

Abstract: Introduction: this study addresses the critical need for standardized assessment tools to evaluate the competencies of nurse educators in Indonesia. Understanding the key skills required and the influence of cultural competence on nursing education is essential for improving educational outcomes and healthcare delivery. Previous research highlights the continuous professional development, and cultural competence in enhancing the capabilities of nurse educators. Objective: identify and analyze the competencies of nurse educators in Indonesia, focusing on critical thinking and problem-solving, communication, professionalism, and cultural competence. Method: a total of 626 nurse educators from various educational institutions across Indonesia participated in this study. Data were collected through surveys assessing their competencies in critical thinking and problem solving, communication, professionalism, and cultural competence. Statistical analyses, including t-tests and ANOVA, were used to examine differences in competencies based on demographic and institutional variables. Results: the findings reveal significant gender differences in professionalism, with female educators scoring lower on average compared to their male counterparts (p=0,009). Higher education levels, particularly doctorate degrees, are associated with increased competencies across all areas. Participation in training and development programs significantly improves competency scores (p

Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.56294/mw2025280

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