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Author |
Vandergoot, A. |
Title |
From ward nurse to proficient critical care nurse: A narrative inquiry study |
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Year |
2005 |
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Abbreviated Journal |
Akoranga Theses Collection, Auckland University of Technology |
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Pages |
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Keywords |
Nursing specialties |
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Call Number |
NRSNZNO @ research @ 602 |
Serial |
588 |
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Author |
Kiata, L.; Kerse, N.; Dixon, R. |
Title |
Residential care workers and residents: The New Zealand story |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
New Zealand Medical Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
Access is free to articles older than 6 months, and abstracts. |
Volume |
118 |
Issue |
1214 |
Pages |
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Keywords |
Rest homes; Maori; Pacific peoples; Asian peoples; Ethnicity; Recruitment and retention |
Abstract |
The aim of this study was to describe the nature and size of long-term residential care homes in New Zealand; funding of facilities; and the ethnic and gender composition of residents and residential care workers nationwide. A postal, fax, and email survey of all long-term residential care homes in New Zealand was undertaken, with completed surveys received from an eligible 845 facilities (response rate: 55%). The majority of these (54%) facilities housed less than 30 residents. Of the 438 (94%) facilities completing the questions about residents' ethnicity, 432 (99%) housed residents from New Zealand European (Pakeha) descent, 156 (33%) housed at least 1 Maori resident, 71 (15%) at least 1 Pacific (Islands) resident, and 61 (13%) housed at least 1 Asian resident. Facilities employed a range of ethnically diverse staff, with 66% reporting Maori staff. Less than half of all facilities employed Pacific staff (43%) and Asian staff (33%). Registered nursing staff were mainly between 46 and 60 years (47%), and healthcare assistant staff were mostly between 25 and 45 years old (52%). Wide regional variation in the ethnic make up of staff was reported. About half of all staff were reported to have moved within the previous 2 years. The authors conclude that the age and turnover of the residential care workforce suggests the industry continues to be under threat from staffing shortages. While few ethnic minority residents live in long-term care facilities, staff come from diverse backgrounds, especially in certain regions. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 545 |
Serial |
531 |
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Author |
King, A.; Parsons, M. |
Title |
An evaluation of two respite models for older people and their informal caregivers |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
New Zealand Medical Journal |
Abbreviated Journal |
Access is free to articles older than 6 months, and abstracts. |
Volume |
118 |
Issue |
1214 |
Pages |
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Keywords |
Older people; Evaluation |
Abstract |
The researchers evaluate two case-management models of respite relief care at Waitemata District Health Board. The evaluation consisted of semi-structured interviews and postal surveys for clients utilising respite care and staff members involved in both the North/West and Rodney models of respite care in Auckland. Across the two regions, a total of 2 older people and their informal caregivers, 2 respite coordinators, and the Needs Assessment Service Coordination (NASC) Manager were interviewed. In addition, postal surveys were received from 21 older people, 36 informal caregivers, 11 NASC workers, and 3 allied health professionals. Findings revealed there was generally high satisfaction with both the respite models. Caregivers believed the respite service did give them a break, although it was insufficient. Caregivers reported concerns regarding how respite facilities could improve and the older person's deterioration post respite. Staff identified improvements for each of the models. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 549 |
Serial |
535 |
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Author |
Stewart, A.; Thompson, R. |
Title |
Exploring critical thinking: In conversation with a graduate |
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Book Chapter |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
J. McDrury (Ed.), Nursing matters: A reader for teaching and learning in the clinical setting (pp. 9-26) |
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Volume |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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Keywords |
Critical thinking; Nursing; Education; Students |
Abstract |
This report presents selected aspects of an inquiry based on a conversation with Raeleen, a graduate of a post-graduate nursing programme. Raeleen talks about her experience of critical thinking during her post-graduate studies. The authors suggest that, through this conversation, it is possible to explore the nature of critical thinking and examine the important roles teachers can play in facilitating its development. Includes discussion questions prepared by Rebecca Hennephof that consider the relevance and impact of critical thinking on nursing practice. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
495 |
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Author |
Phillips, B.N. |
Title |
A survey of mental health nurses' opinion of barriers and supports for research |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
21 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
24-32 |
Keywords |
Professional development; Mental health; Nursing research |
Abstract |
This paper reports the findings of a preliminary survey of two district health boards, which shows that high workloads and lack of relief staffing appear as the greatest hurdles to mental health nurses participating in practice-based nursing research. A further constraint on their participation is lack of research expertise and experience. Consultative discussions with senior mental health nurses support these conclusions. In this paper, mentoring and flexible research designs are promoted as possible ways of overcoming these barriers. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
532 |
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Author |
North, N.; Rasmussen, E.; Hughes, F.; Finlayson, M. |
Title |
Turnover amongst nurses in New Zealand's district health boards: A national survey of nursing turnover and turnover costs |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
New Zealand Journal of Employment Relations |
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Volume |
30 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
49-62 |
Keywords |
Recruitment and retention; Nursing; Economics; Cross-cultural comparison |
Abstract |
This article reports on the New Zealand part of an international study, using agreed study design and instruments, to determine the direct and indirect costs of nursing turnover. These costs also include the systemic costs, estimated by determining the impacts of turnover on patient and nurse outcomes. It presents the findings from the pilot study conducted in six countries to test the availability of costs and suitability of the instrument. Reports the results from a survey of directors of nursing in 20 of the 21 district health boards on turnover and workplace practices. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
533 |
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Author |
Richardson, S. |
Title |
Incorporation of research into clinical practice: The development of a clinical nurse researcher position |
Type |
Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
21 |
Issue |
1 |
Pages |
33-42 |
Keywords |
Emergency nursing; Nursing research; Hospitals |
Abstract |
The author backgrounds the development of the role of an innovative Nurse Researcher (Emergency Medicine) role at Christchurch Hospital. She describes the emergency department and the factors leading to the creation of the role. Specific nursing research projects are reviewed, and the nature of nursing in relation to research is discussed. The author argues that the nurse researcher is integral to the expansion of evidence-based nursing, and that the role of Clinical Nurse Researcher in the emergency department has resulted in a higher profile for research, and the gradual integration of research as a clinical skill with direct practical relevance. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
536 |
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Author |
Hughes, M.; Farrow, T. |
Title |
Invisible borders: Sexual misconduct in nursing |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
21 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
15-25 |
Keywords |
Patient safety; Nursing; Guidelines |
Abstract |
This paper identifies the issue of sexual misconduct by nurses in New Zealand. There is evidence that some nurses have been involved in sexual misconduct, resulting in disciplinary proceedings against them. Despite this, there is an absence of guidelines and discussion for New Zealand nurses to prevent such occurrences. This article identifies difficulties in naming and defining sexual misconduct, and discusses sexual misconduct as an abuse of power by nurses. New Zealand and international literature about sexual misconduct by nurses and other health professionals is described, as are guidelines designed to prevent sexual misconduct. Finally, the authors make recommendations for actions needed to facilitate New Zealand nurses in identifying and avoiding sexual misconduct in practice. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
537 |
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Author |
Lyford, S.; Cook, P. |
Title |
The Whanaungatanga model of care |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
21 |
Issue |
2 |
Pages |
26-36 |
Keywords |
Maori; Hospitals; Nursing models |
Abstract |
The authors introduce the Kaupapa nursing service at Te Puna Hauora, Tauranga Hospital. It implements an indigenous health model, the Whanaungatanga Model of Care, to guide nursing practice. This paper describes the concept of care it applies to serving its Maori population and the role of the Kaiawhina Social Worker. The authors highlights the interface between primary and secondary care after patients are discharged. The authors address the shortfall of Maori practitioners in the nursing service and the aims of a year-long pre-entry Kaupapa Health Professional Programme. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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538 |
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Author |
Alavi, C. |
Title |
Breaking-in bodies: Teaching, nursing, initiations or what's love got to do with it? |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
Contemporary Nurse |
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Volume |
18 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
292-299 |
Keywords |
Nursing; Education; Psychology; Nurse-patient relations; Students |
Abstract |
This paper discusses how students become able to work with sick patients for whom they may feel disgust or discomfort. It is a sustained engagement with the literature on abjection and disgust and is not the outcome of evaluation research. It considers the role of problem-based learning pedagogy in facilitating students' negotiation of their own discomfort and horror, and describes experiences which enable them to approach abject patients with more comfort and less disgust. The paper argues the importance of creating spaces where students can explore issues which are distressing and disturbing so that they will feel able to remain in nursing. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
658 |
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Author |
Farrow, T.; O'Brien, A.J. |
Title |
Discourse analysis of newspaper coverage of the 2001/2002 Canterbury, New Zealand mental health nurses' strike |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
International Journal of Mental Health Nursing |
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Volume |
14 |
Issue |
3 |
Pages |
187-195 |
Keywords |
Mental health; Nursing specialties; Industrial relations |
Abstract |
This paper reports on research into print media representations of industrial disputes in Canterbury in 2001, when mental health nurses undertook a variety of strike actions after stalled negotiations with the local district health board. One response to these actions was the temporary reduction of many of the regions' mental health services. The researchers identified themes of juxtaposed but largely deprecatory images of both mental health nursing and of consumers of services. Some professional nursing voices were given print space during the strike; however, these were largely incorporated into existing discourses rather than offering a nursing viewpoint on the strike. The researchers suggest organisational efforts to focus on ways of ensuring that mental health nurses are seen as a legitimate authority by the media. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
692 |
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Author |
Wilson, D.; McBride-Henry, K.; Huntington, A.D. |
Title |
Family violence: Walking the tight rope between maternal alienation and child safety |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
Contemporary Nurse |
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Volume |
18 |
Issue |
1-2 |
Pages |
85-96 |
Keywords |
Nursing; Domestic violence; Nurse-patient relations; Children |
Abstract |
This paper discusses the complexity of family violence for nurses negotiating the 'tight rope' between the prime concern for the safety of children and further contributing to maternal alienation, within a New Zealand context. The premise that restoration of the mother-child relationship is paramount for the long-term wellbeing of both the children and the mother provides the basis for discussing implications for nursing practice. Evidence shows that when mothers are supported and have the necessary resources there is a reduction in the violence and abuse she and her children experience; this occurs even in situations where the mother is the primary abuser of her children. The family-centred care philosophy, which is widely accepted as the best approach to nursing care for children and their families, creates tension for nurses caring for children who are the victims of abuse as this care generally occurs away from the context of the family. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
698 |
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Author |
Spence, D. |
Title |
Hermeneutic notions augment cultural safety education |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
Journal of Nursing Education |
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Volume |
44 |
Issue |
9 |
Pages |
409-414 |
Keywords |
Cultural safety; Nursing; Education; Transcultural nursing |
Abstract |
In this article, the author integrates literature pertaining to the implementation of kawa whakaruruhau, or cultural safety, with the findings of a hermeneutic project that described the experience of nursing people from cultures other than one's own. It is argued that the Gadamerian notions of “horizon,” “prejudice,” and “play” can be used to facilitate understanding of the tensions and contradictions inherent in cross-cultural practice. Strategies are recommended that enable students to explore the prejudices, paradoxes, and possibilities experienced personally and professionally. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
704 |
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Author |
Friedel, J.; Treagust, D.F. |
Title |
Learning bioscience in nursing education: Perceptions of the intended and the prescribed curriculum |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
Learning in Health & Social Care |
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Volume |
4 |
Issue |
4 |
Pages |
203-216 |
Keywords |
Nursing; Education; Teaching methods |
Abstract |
This study used a curriculum inquiry framework to investigate the perceptions of 184 nursing students and nurse educators in relation to bioscience in the nursing curriculum. Nursing students were found to have significantly more positive attitudes to bioscience in nursing education than nurse educators, and nurse educators were not found to have significantly better self-efficacy in bioscience than the students, although this might have been expected. The results of focus group discussions, used to investigate this in more depth, suggested that some nurse educators and clinical preceptors may not have sufficient science background or bioscience knowledge, to help nursing students apply bioscience knowledge to practice. As a result of this, it is suggested that the aims of the intended and prescribed nursing curricula are not being fulfilled in the implemented curriculum. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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713 |
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Author |
Hennephof, R. |
Title |
Preceptorship and mentoring |
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Book Chapter |
Year |
2005 |
Publication |
J. McDrury (Ed.), Nursing matters: A reader for teaching and learning in the clinical setting (pp. 27-45) |
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Volume |
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Issue |
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Pages |
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Keywords |
Preceptorship; Mentoring; Nursingp; Education |
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This paper reviews international and local nursing literature on preceptorship and mentoring. This includes an exploration of ways in which these two terms are defined, a discussion of the essential qualities needed to undertake such roles, and an examination of appropriate preparation and exploration of the ways in which registered nurses can be supported when engaged in providing these roles. At the end of the chapter, discussion questions are provided by Joc Parkes. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
765 |
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