Is JHNS already indexed in Scopus?

Yes, it is accepted in February 2025. We're still waiting to be ranked in the quartile in Scimago.

Has JHNS been indexed in Web of Science or included in the PubMed database?

We haven't yet, but we're preparing to submit to Web of Science and PubMed for recognition.

Is there a quota for each issue?

We don't have a quota for each issue. We will publish articles immediately upon acceptance.

Does the journal offer a fast-track publication service?

We don't offer fast-track publication; all articles will be processed in their turn.

Do you have a template for submissions?

The template can be found here.

How long is the review process?

The review takes place around 3-5 weeks, or even longer. This depends on the reviewer’s availability.

Can I receive the Letter of Acceptance (LoA) during the peer review process?

We only provide a Letter of Acceptance after the article has been accepted.

How much does it cost to publish in JHNS?

95 USD as you can find here.

What are the requirements to become an editor or reviewer for JHNS?

To become an editor or reviewer for JHNS, you typically need to have publication experience, article reviewing experience, and a strong understanding of academic writing. For potential opportunities, you can contact the Editor-in-Chief to inquire about available positions.

What are the acceptable topics for JHNS?

The research should have novelty, not be a repetition of previous research elsewhere, have no fundamental issues in the method, and contribute to the development of nursing research.

What are the typical grounds for rejection in JHNS?

Lack of novelty or originality in nursing, methodological flaws or inadequate methodology, insufficient or poorly analyzed data, inconsistencies or gaps in logic or argumentation, failure to adhere to journal guidelines or formatting requirements, poor writing quality, grammar, or clarity, inadequate literature review or context in nursing, lack of significance or contribution to the nursing, flawed or biased research design, unaddressed reviewer comments from previous submissions.

Does JHNS publish special issue articles or supplements for conferences?

We have a policy regarding this question. Please read this.