A Trauma-Informed Mentoring Framework for Forensic Nurses: An Overview of STEERR—Structure, Process, and Evaluation

Authors

• Sarah J. Hoffman, University of Minnesota School of Nursing
• Tara Dillon, University of Minnesota School of Nursing
• Kaylen M. Moore, Marquette UniversityFollow
• Ellen A. Frerich, University of Minnesota School of Nursing
• Carolyn M. Porta, University of Minnesota School of Nursing

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

10-2023

Publisher

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Inc.

Source Publication

Journal of Froensic Nursing

Source ISSN

1939-3938

Abstract

The STEERR Mentoring Framework, grounded in decolonized and feminist mentorship approaches, integrates foundational principles of mentoring with the unique and complex characteristics of the role of the forensic nurse. The primary objective of the program is to support a competent, sustainable, and resilient forensic nursing workforce. In this article, we describe the development process, framework structure, and evaluation approach implemented within a 1-year pilot initiative focused on forensic nurses in the sexual assault nurse examiner role. We reflect on strategies for broader application and replication in forensic nursing programs across the United States.

Comments

Accepted version. Journal of Forensic Nursing, Vol. 19, No. 4 (October-December 2023): 240-252. DOI. © 2023 International Association of Forensic Nurses. Used with permission.

Recommended Citation

Hoffman, Sarah J.; Dillon, Tara; Moore, Kaylen M.; Frerich, Ellen A.; and Porta, Carolyn M., "A Trauma-Informed Mentoring Framework for Forensic Nurses: An Overview of STEERR—Structure, Process, and Evaluation" (2023). College of Nursing Faculty Research and Publications. 1159.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/nursing_fac/1159