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Assist. Prof. Dr. Sevim Şen Olgay | Education in Nursing | Most Reader’s Article Award

Assistant Professor at Acıbadem University, Turkey

Summary:

Asst. Prof. Dr. Sevim Şen Olgay is an accomplished nursing academic with extensive experience in internal diseases nursing and nurse education. She has held significant academic positions and contributed to various research studies aimed at improving nursing practices and education. Her dedication to the field is evident through her numerous publications and active involvement in academic communities.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

  • Undergraduate: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Istanbul University, Florence Nightingale Nursing Faculty (1993-1997).
  • Postgraduate: Master’s degree in Hospital Administration from Marmara University, Institute of Health Sciences (2006-2009).
  • Doctorate: Ph.D. in Nursing from Istanbul University, Health Sciences Institute, Florence Nightingale Nursing Faculty (2009-2014).
  • Postdoctoral Studies: Internal Medicine Nursing at Marmara University, Institute of Health Sciences (2013-2016).

Professional Experience:

Dr. Şen Olgay has held several academic positions throughout her career. She served as an Assistant Professor at Yeditepe University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Nursing Department from 2018 to 2024, where she also held the position of Deputy Head of the Nursing Department between 2021 and 2024. In 2024, she joined Acıbadem Mehmet Ali Aydınlar University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Nursing Department as an Assistant Professor, a position she currently holds.

Research Interests:

Dr. Şen Olgay’s research focuses on internal diseases nursing, nurse education, and fundamentals of nursing. She has contributed significantly to the development of scales measuring stigma during epidemics and has investigated various aspects of nursing education and practice.

Top Noted Publication:

1. Tendency to Stigmatize Epidemic Diseases Scale (TSEDS): Scale Development and Validity Study

Journal: Asian Nursing Research
Date: January 2024
DOI: 10.1016/j.anr.2024.01.001
ISSN: 1976-1317
Contributors: Sevim Şen Olgay, Hediye Arslan Ozkan, Ceren Zeren, Begüm Kırık

Highlights:
This study developed and validated the TSEDS, providing a reliable tool to measure stigma during epidemics.

2. Determination of the Reasons for Migration and Life Satisfaction of Health Workers Who Migrated from Turkey to the United Kingdom

Journal: Sağlık ve Hemşirelik Yönetimi Dergisi
Date: 2023
DOI: 10.54304/shyd.2023.60565
ISSN: 2149-018X
Contributors: Sevim Şen Olgay, Seher Yurt

Highlights:
Explores factors driving healthcare workers to migrate from Turkey to the UK and examines their satisfaction post-migration.

3. Hemşirelik Öğrencilerinin Sürdürülebilir Kalkınma Farkındalık Düzeyleri ile Yeni Çevresel Paradigmaları Arasındaki İlişkinin İncelenmesi

Journal: Yaşam Boyu Hemşirelik Dergisi
Date: 2023
DOI: 10.29228/llnursing.71820
ISSN: 2757-6272
Contributor: Sevim Şen Olgay

Highlights:
Investigates the relationship between nursing students’ sustainable development awareness and their environmental paradigms.

4. Urban Share of the “Burden”: Impact of a Support Organisation on Caregiver Burden of People Affected by Dementia

Journal: Perspectives in Psychiatric Care
Date: April 5, 2023
DOI: 10.1155/2023/2706698
ISSN: 1744-6163, 0031-5990
Contributors: Oya Gumuskaya, Sevim Şen Olgay, Işıl Işık, Volkan Ayaz, Hediye Arslan Ozkan, Rhonda L. Wilson

Highlights:
Assesses the impact of urban support organizations on the caregiver burden for individuals affected by dementia.

5. Investigation of Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, and Affecting Factors of Health Sciences Students on COVID-19

Journal: Sağlık ve Hemşirelik Yönetimi Dergisi
Date: 2022
DOI: 10.54304/shyd.2022.52386
ISSN: 2149-018X
Contributors: Sevim Şen, Çağla Aydın, Hülya Nuray Bayraktar, Sema Demir

Highlights:
Examines health sciences students’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding COVID-19 and the factors influencing these.

Conclusion:

Asst. Prof. Dr. Sevim Şen Olgay is a strong candidate for the Most Reader’s Article Award, given her impactful, reader-focused research addressing critical issues in nursing and healthcare. Her work aligns with contemporary global challenges, enhancing its accessibility and resonance with readers across disciplines.

To further cement her position as a leading contributor to widely-read research, she could expand her collaborative networks internationally, diversify her research topics, and prioritize public engagement efforts. These steps would enhance the reach and impact of her already impressive body of work.

Dr. Şen Olgay’s achievements and dedication to advancing nursing research make her a deserving nominee for this award.

 

Sevim Şen Olgay | Education in Nursing | Most Reader’s Article Award

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