Interview (by telephone, in person or by pre-scheduled WebEx meeting) a master or doctoral prepared informatics nurse specialist or technology specialist. Summarize the interview, in the attached template, by addressing the following:
Introduction of the interviewee including job title, years of experience along with employment and educational background.
1. What brought you into the field of informatics and technology?
2. Why do you believe this specialty is important to healthcare?
3. What are three key responsibilities in your role as informatics nurse or technology specialist that supports the healthcare interdisciplinary collaboration?
4. What are the methods for collecting data within your organization?
5. What are the sources of data that you look at in your organization for quality improvement efforts?
6. Is there any theoretical models or frameworks you refer to as a resource to support best practice as it pertains to information technology?
7. Who are key stakeholders, you collaborate with to ensure data is disseminated and addressed?
8. What are some challenges experienced in your role? How did you address these challenges?
9. What is one of the most rewarding experiences in your role?
10. What would be your greatest advice for a new nurse interested in the field of informatics?
