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Whitehead, N., Parsons, J., & Dixon, R. (2015). Quality and staffing : is there a relationship in residential aged care? Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 6(1), 28–35.
Abstract: Explores whether there is a relationship between staffing and quality indicators in residential care of older people, in both rest homes and continuing-care hospitals. Conducts a longitudinal survey of 18 residential-care rest homes and 16 continuing-care hospitals in the greater Auckland region to explore the relationship between direct-care staffing levels, skill mix and quality indicators. Collects data over a 6-month period on type of staffing, including registered nurses, enrolled nurses, and support workers; quality indicators, including falls, new fractures, pressure ulcers, weight loss, urinary tract infections (UTI), poly-pharmacy or multiple medications, presence of indwelling catheters and use of daily restraints. Uses logistic analysis to analyse the inverse relationship between staffing levels and adverse events, and whether there is an association between staff type and the incidence of the five quality indicators.
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Gilmer, M. J., Meyer, A., Davidson, J., & Koziol-McLain, J. (2010). Staff beliefs about sexuality in aged residential care. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 26(3), 17–24.
Abstract: Surveys 52 staff members from the rest-home component of aged-care facilities in one District Health Board, about how staff in such facilities approach and manage the sexuality needs of residents.
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Darkins, T. (2016). Merging health and social day care: report on a New Zealand-based model of holistic day care service for the elderly, frail and those with disabilities. Wellington, N.Z.: Nursing Education Research Foundation (NERF). Retrieved June 2, 2024, from http://www.nzno.org.nz/resources/library/theses
Abstract: Highlights the service innovation model that establishes a new community relationship between health and nursing services, and day-care providers to the elderly, frail and those with disabilities. Performs a literature review of research on the topic, outlining the goals of adult day care, and describing the Forget Me Not (FMN) programme used at the FMN Centre in Whangarei. Highlights the levels of care within the programme and the proposed outcomes.
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Jenkins, B., & Huntington, A. (2016). 'We are the international nurses': an exploration of internationally-qualified nurses' experiences of transitioning to New Zealand and working in aged care. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 32(2). Retrieved June 2, 2024, from http://www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Explores the experiences of Filipino and Indian internationally-qualified nurses who have immigrated to NZ to work as registered nurses in aged care. Conducts a small-scale study in a large retirement facility in urban NZ using a qualitative approach comprising semi-structured interviews and one focus group. Discusses the physical, social and professional transitions the nurses made to work in aged care in this country.
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Yeung, P., & Rodgers, V. (2017). Quality of long-term care for older people in residential settings -- perceptions of quality of life and care satisfaction from residents and their family members. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 33(1). Retrieved June 2, 2024, from http://www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Explores long-term care-home residents’ quality of life and their family's satisfaction with the care provided. Uses descriptive and correlational analyses, collecting secondary data from 39 residents of two long-term care facilities with a resident-directed care approach. Asks residents to complete a survey of quality-of-life and overall satisfaction measures, and asks 31 of their family members to complete a survey on care satisfaction provided by the facilities. Presents a number of practical considerations for nursing care staff to improve residents' quality of life and staff-family relationships.
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Hendry, C., & Ogden, E. (2016). Hydration in aged residential care: a practical audit process. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 7(1), 41–45.
Abstract: Presents the findings of an audit of 34 hospital-level aged-residential-care clients' hydration over a 24-hour period. Describes the audit, undertaken by health-care assistants, and the strategies implemented to meet daily fluid requirements.
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Burrow, M., Gilmour, J., & Cook, C. (2017). Healthcare assistants and aged residential care: A challenging policy and contractual environment. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 33(2), http://www.nursingpraxis.org.
Abstract: Examines NZ policy and care demands in aged residential care. Maintains that registered nurses need to understand the socio-political, economic and educational factors that influence care delivery in aged residential care. Presents an overview of the current role of healthcare assistants (HCAs)in aged residential care, based on a review of the existing grey literature, current national policy, DHB contract agreements and NZNO collective agreements.
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Andrew, A., Foot-McKay, A., & Ritchie, L. (2017). Staff perspectives of a cafe on the premises of an aged-care facility. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 8(1), 43.
Abstract: Explores the value of a café on the premises of an aged-care facility. Undertakes a qualitative descriptive inquiry to examine participants' perception of the value of the café to staff and residents. Interviews nine staff members using a core set of five questions. Analyses interview data using thematic analysis according to the stages outlined by Marshall and Rossman.
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Sundarajoo, S. (2017). The Lived Experience of Person-Centred Care in Residential Homes in New Zealand and Singapore: the perspectives of residents, frontline caregivers and family members. Ph.D. thesis, University of Otago, .
Abstract: Employs the life-world hermeneutic phenomenology of Van Manen to examine perspectives on person-centred care in residential homes in both NZ and Singapore. Conducts interviews with 30 residents, 10 family members and 10 caregivers at 2 residential facilities. Records the interviews and analyses data using Van Manen's 6-step research process.
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Burrow, M., Cook, C., & Gilmour, J. (2017). Life in the round and aged care: A theoretical exemplar for research with marginalised populations in institutional settings. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 33(3). Retrieved June 2, 2024, from www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Employs the concept of 'life in the round', drawn from social network theory and the model of information dissemination, including the supporting theories of information poverty and normative behaviours, to explore the information behaviours of marginalised populations participating in small institutionalised worlds. Uses the context of residential aged care as an exemplar for the application of the theory of 'life in the round' and provides examples to support application of these concepts to the information practices of health-care assistants.
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Rodgers, V., Marshall, B., Hey, F., Blackwell, A., & Lewer, P. (2017). Readiness for providing primary palliative care. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 33(3). Retrieved June 2, 2024, from www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Undertakes a pilot study by specialist Supportive Education and Quality (SEQUAL) palliative care team in 5 aged residential care (ARC) facilities in regional NZ. Conducts a clinical staff survey and facility desktop document review to determine readiness, need for and level of support required, to enhance primary palliative care for residents. Identifies lack of experience and palliative care education among clinical staff.
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Westrate, J., Cummings, C., Boamponsem, L., & Towers, A. (2019). What factors influence compliance with health and disability service standards for aged residential care in New Zealand? Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 10(1), 47–53.
Abstract: Compares compliance with health and disability services standards (HDSS) in aged residential care (ARC) in 2016 with previous years, and relates the findings to the increase in complaints among the public. Quantifies the degree to which 185 ARC facilities complied with HDSS, and reports their level of compliance.
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Ledesma-Libre, K. (2019). Factors influencing nurses' choice to work in mental health services for older people. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 10(1), 61–62.
Abstract: Explores what influences nurses to work in mental health services for older people (MHSOP)and what factors encourage those who did not choose this area of nursing, to continue in MHSOP. Includes nurses' positive and negative perceptions of MHSOP. Collects data via focus group discussions with 30 mental health nurses.
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Prentice, J. J. (2019). “Tell someone who cares” -- participatory action research of motivation and workplace engagement among caregivers in aged residential care, New Zealand. Doctoral thesis, University of Otago, Dunedin. Retrieved June 2, 2024, from http://hdl.handle.net/10523/9581
Abstract: Aims to understand the factors that encourage motivation and engagement of caregivers who are relatively poorly paid, with limited training, but who are required to provide personal care to an increasingly frail population. Undertakes an initial exploratory study, with participants from four rural aged-residential care (ARC) facilities, to identify three key themes that influence caregiver motivation. Subsequently develops these initial themes, within a 42-bed facility, to explore how to encourage caregiver motivation. Bases the four-step process on Lewin’s cycle: plan, act, observe, and reflect. Establishes an advisory group of caregivers who develop a nine-point action plan, accepted by management and implemented in the facility.
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Stewart, L. (2018). Student nurse knowledge and attitudes about ageing, older people and working with them: does nursing education make a difference? Ph.D. thesis, University of Auckland, Auckland. Retrieved June 2, 2024, from http://hdl.handle.net/2292/46429
Abstract: Develops, implements, and evaluates educational interventions to teach students about the ageing process, older people and how to work with them. Enrols students from a Bachelor of Nursing programme over a four-year period from 2011 to 2012, employing a multi-method approach including focus groups, a questionnaire and an analysis of course documents. Reveals how student nurses' attitudes alter during their course of study.
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