ISPAN WRITING AWARDS

The journal awards are presented every year at the annual convention to recognize authors who have submitted a manuscript to the Plastic Surgical Nursing journal. The winner is determined through data collection by our publisher, on which articles had the most views on the http://psnjournal.com Web site. Also taken into account are comments submitted by the manuscript reviewers, which rank the timeliness of the article, clarity, flow of information, and prevalence to the industry.

I would like to thank all those who have dedicated hours to write and submit an article to the Plastic Surgical Nursing journal. Your article can be accessed in 54 countries and in 4,179 institutional sites worldwide. The editorial board looks forward to another successful year, as we strive to be the number one journal of clinical excellence for plastic surgical and aesthetic nursing.

FIRST PLACE

Botulinum Toxin Type-A (BoNT-A) Injections of the Corrugator Muscles for Aesthetics and Depression?

Connie Brennan, CPSN, RN, CANS, CPC

Plymouth, MN

Plastic Surgical Nursing, 36(4), 167-169, October/December 2016

The treatment of glabellar lines with botulinum toxin type-A (BoNT-A) is a staple for aesthetic providers who specialize in facial rejuvenation. Clinical efforts are currently underway to substantiate upper facial injections (the corrugators are the target muscles) of BoNT-A as an antidepression therapy. This article describes the origin of "facial feedback" by Charles Darwin nearly 150 years ago, as well as "emotional proprioception"-2 neuroanatomical concepts that help provide the scientific rationale behind the general influence facial muscles have on the emotional centers of the brain and, specifically, how the corrugator muscles-involved with frowning-promote a gloomy mood. The journey researchers have taken to clinically qualify BoNT-A injections of the corrugators-to inhibit frowning, and thereby mitigate depression-will also be highlighted so that the aesthetic provider is up to date on this emerging benefit of BoNT-A.

SECOND PLACE

Advances in Aesthetic Therapies: Plasma-Rich Protein Procedure for the Treatment of Alopecia

Jeanine Harrison, MN, BScN, RNEC, NP

Nobleton, Ontario, Canada

Plastic Surgical Nursing, 37(2), 52-55, April/June 2017

Predominance of aesthetic options are growing and evolving to include procedures that have traditionally been much more invasive and fiscally challenging for the average patient. It is not uncommon now for the Canadian consumers to begin to look for lesser invasive options that show results significant enough to improve their appearance but that may not fall under the traditional health care coverage. One area that is evolving quickly is the nonsurgical treatment of hair loss. This is not a new condition, but generally the methods for treatment are not covered with the current health coverage; therefore, consumers are paying out of pocket to reduce or replace their hair loss. Recently, more options have evolved and utilizing platelet-rich plasma has become more prevalent as a method to support hair growth and prevent hair loss.

THIRD PLACE

Mentoring: Positively Influencing Job Satisfaction and Retention of New Hire Nurse Practitioner

Diane Horner, DNP, MSN, FNP-C

Indianapolis, IN

Plastic Surgical Nursing, 37(1), 7-22, January/March 2017

To determine whether mentoring based on Watson's Caring Model positively influences nurse practitioner (NP) job satisfaction. Nonexperimental mixed methods utilizing an online survey, administered through Qualtrics. Demographic and mentoring variables. Job satisfaction results obtained from the Misener Nurse Practitioner Job Satisfaction Scale (MNPJSS). Also, open-ended questions regarding mentoring were reported. There was a 54% response rate in which 37 of the 69 participants responded (n = 37), with statistical significance set at p < .05. All or 100% of participants reported that the mentor experience/relationship positively influenced job satisfaction. Scores from the MNPJSS ranged from 141 to 246, with a mean of 195.26 (SD = 28.29) corresponding to "minimally satisfied" or a mean of 4.44 on the 6-point scale. These results are similar to MNPJSS, with a mean of 4.39. A mentoring experience can provide a positive environment, which can lead to increased job satisfaction. In turn, a higher level of satisfaction in the work environment can be associated with reduced turnover and improved retention and patient outcomes. Ultimately, a safer health care system will evolve and improve patient care and outcomes. Through Watson's Caring Model, a reciprocal relationship between the mentor and the mentee can provide a new NP hire a sense of community and direct availability. By experiencing a mentor relationship, job satisfaction can improve, which is a key factor in retaining NPs. As e-mentoring is a newer topic in nursing literature, further research is needed. Further studies could also review and develop one-on-one mentoring programs.

Respectfully submitted,

Tracey A. Hotta, RN, BScN, CPSN, CANS, LNC

Editor, Plastic Surgical Nursing