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Author Blair, Wendy url  openurl
  Title Nurses' recognition and response to unsafe practice by their peers Type Book Whole
  Year 2021 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 336 p.  
  Keywords Unsafe practice; Behaviour; Registered nurses; Surveys  
  Abstract (down) Uses a mixed-methods approach to identify the behaviours and cues that nurses recognise as indicators of unsafe practice. Details those factors that influence unsafe practice. Reports the actions and responses taken by nurses who encounter unsafe practice by their peers. Conducts surveys of nurses about their perceptions of unsafe practice and the organisational practices and policies for its prevention.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1690  
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Author Ingram, Lisette url  openurl
  Title There is more than one way of nursing : new graduate nurses' experiences of their first year of practice Type Book Whole
  Year 2021 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 133 p.  
  Keywords Nurse entry-to-practice programme (NETP); New Graduate Registered Nurses (NGRN); Biculturalism; Patient safety  
  Abstract (down) Undertakes to explain the experiences of new graduate registered nurses (NGRN) undertaking a nurse entry-to-practice programme (NETP). Uses focus group data to construct a theory of NGRN experience, utilising constructivist grounded theory method. Interviews NGRNs in the Waikato DHB NETP, which uses a bicultural model. Concludes that NGRNs value culture in assessing patient need. Identifies barriers to valuing patients' culture from short staffing, stress and fear, work pressuress, and lack of insight into the cultural needs of patients from team members.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1800  
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Author Jamieson, Isabel url  openurl
  Title What are the views of Generation Y New Zealand Registered Nurses towards nursing, work and career?: a descriptive exploratory study Type Book Whole
  Year 2012 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 313  
  Keywords Generation Y; Registered nurses; Workforce retention; Work-life balance; Careers in nursing  
  Abstract (down) Undertakes a descriptive exploratory study to ascertain the views of Generation Y NZ Registered Nurses (Gen Y nurses) towards nursing, work and career. Little empirical data exists about why young New Zealanders choose to become nurses in the 21st century. Further, little is known about their future career plans or their intentions to remain in the nursing workforce. Conducts a nationwide on-line survey of 358 Gen Y nurses from late 2009 to early 2010. Reports key findings: young NZ nurses are driven by traditional values of altruism, the desire to care for others, the ability to work closely with people, as well as being able to make a strong contribution to society when deciding to become a nurse, while seeking interesting, challenging and exciting work. Job security, the ongoing demand for nurses, the ability to leave and return, as well as the ability to combine work and family, are also important factors that help them to choose to become nurses.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1423  
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Author Ventura-Madangeng, Judee; Wilson, Denise openurl 
  Title Workplace violence experienced by registered nurses : a concept analysis Type Journal Article
  Year 2009 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 25 Issue 3 Pages 37-50  
  Keywords Workplace violence; Registered nurses and violence; Concept analysis  
  Abstract (down) Undertakes a concept analysis, based on the relevant literature from 1990-2005, to develop an operational definition of workplace violence as experienced by registered nurses (excluding mental health nurses), together with a set of criteria to identify the phenomenon.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1450  
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Author Kennedy, W. openurl 
  Title How do Registered Nurses utilise self assessment and performance appraisal to inform their professional practice? Type
  Year 2008 Publication Abbreviated Journal Eastern Institute of Technology Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Professional development; Registered nurses  
  Abstract (down) This thesis describes an exploratory study of registered nurses within a local district health board which pursued 'if' and 'how' professional practice frameworks assisted nurses in their individual professional practice. Self assessment and performance appraisal are identified as critical elements of professional development by the Nursing Council of New Zealand, and this became the focus of the author's research. A qualitative descriptive framework was utilised to explore the research question, where experiences of registered nurses employed within inpatient adult medical and surgical settings were collected through questionnaire. Analysis of the data was through general inductive thematic approach. Eight themes arose, of which, two have sub-themes. The first four themes relate to self assessment and performance appraisal and the second four themes relate to professional practice. The findings from the participant's perspective provide an understanding of how participants' utilised self assessment and performance appraisal to inform their professional practice. There are significant implications for professional practice within the findings of this study, which are presented along with recommendations for future practice, and future avenues for research.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1161  
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Author Roberts, F. openurl 
  Title The people the programme & the place: Nurses' perceptions of the Lakeland Health Professional Development Programme Type
  Year 1999 Publication Abbreviated Journal NZNO Library, Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Careers in nursing; Professional development; Registered nurses  
  Abstract (down) This thesis concerns the Professional Development Programme at Lakeland Health. In New Zealand, such programmes were introduced as a mechanism to openly recognise the clinical expertise of nurses. Clinical Career Pathways were introduced to nursing in North America in the 1970's at a time of nursing shortage. Prior to their inception, nurses wishing to develop their careers had to move to administration, management or education. The programmes recognised and rewarded expertise in practice. A qualitative, descriptive approach (using focus groups) was used with Registered Nurses to gather their perceptions of what helps nurses enroll in the Professional Development Programme. The ideas and insights of nine Registered Nurses were clustered around three main categories: The People (fear; being struck; motivation; feedback; peer support; ways of learning); the Programme (relevance; flexibility; Bachelor's Degrees; implementation; supporting information; fairness); the Place (time; regular and accessible; support from nurse leaders; management). These perceptions are discussed in more detail in the context of nursing at Lakeland Health and of Clinical Career Pathways in New Zealand. The findings are helpful for the evaluation and future development of the Professional Development at Lakeland Health. The research contributes to our understanding of what helps nurses enroll in a Clinical Career Pathway, and emphasises the importance of the People, the Programme and the Place.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1150 Serial 1135  
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Author Simon, V.N. openurl 
  Title Characterising Maori nursing practice Type Journal Article
  Year 2006 Publication Contemporary Nurse Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 22 Issue 2 Pages 203-213  
  Keywords Registered nurses; Maori; Nursing models; Culture  
  Abstract (down) This paper summarises research which addresses the question What might constitute Maori nursing practice? The research design adopted was influenced by kaupapa Maori methodology and used a semi-structured, qualitative, in-depth interview process. It was found that by understanding the current experiences of Maori registered nurses, their reflections on their preparation for practice, and their current practice, it is possible to identify the present and future training and practice needs of Maori nurses. Maori nursing practice can be characterised as having five features: the promotion of cultural affirmation including cultural awareness and identity; the support of, and access to Maori networks; the adoption of Maori models of health; the enabling of visibility and pro-activity as Maori nurses; and, the validation of Maori nurses as effective health professionals. Three recommendations for promoting Maori nursing practice are made in relation to staff in the workplace and in nurse education programmes: all nursing staff need to be alert to: 1. the impact of western scientific models on Maori healthcare; 2. the (often passive) non-acceptance of Maori within mainstream institutions; and iii) the benefits of valuing indigenous nursing programmes.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 936  
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Author Isles, P. openurl 
  Title An exploration of the difference that academic study makes to Registered General Nurses and Registered General and Obstetric Nurses Type Report
  Year 2003 Publication Abbreviated Journal National Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Registered nurses; Training; Nursing; Education  
  Abstract (down) This paper reports the findings of a three-year longitudinal study of registered nurses studying on a part-time basis towards their Bachelor of Nursing degree. Registered General Nurses and Registered General and Obstetric Nurses have been subject to a good deal of pressure to upgrade their qualifications – from their workplaces, but also from a recognition amongst themselves and their peers that to advance in their careers they need to have equivalent qualifications to new graduates. This study looks at what difference academic study makes to registered nursing practice.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1158  
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Author Hylton, J.A. openurl 
  Title Relearning how to learn: Enrolled nurse transition to degree at a New Zealand rural satellite campus Type Journal Article
  Year 2005 Publication Nurse Education Today Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 25 Issue 7 Pages 519-526  
  Keywords Registered nurses; Enrolled nurses; Education; Maori; Scope of practice; Careers in nursing; Rural nursing  
  Abstract (down) This paper reports a study that examined the factors that assisted or hindered the transition of a group of enrolled nurses to registration/degree programmes, via a flexible course developed by a North Island tertiary institution. The study follows ten enrolled nurses, primarily Maori and working in rural settings, as they continued to work while studying at a small satellite campus. The study was exploratory and descriptive, and utilised focus group interviews. Two major categories emerged from comparative analysis of the data. One category entitled 'relearning how to learn', demonstrated the cognitive and behavioural adaptations made and is the focus of this paper. The other category 'barriers and catapults', demonstrated the physical and environmental factors that influenced the students' transition but is outside the scope of this paper. Recent changes in New Zealand nursing education have witnessed the clarification of scopes of nursing practice and the controversial development of a new Certificate in Health Science (Nurse Assistant). Currently enrolled nurses are again facing threats to employment and it is envisaged that many will be seeking to undertake transition to registered nurse in the near future.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 842  
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Author Pearson, J.R.; Holloway, K. T. openurl 
  Title A postgraduate primary health care programme for experienced registered nurses and newly graduated nurses Type Journal Article
  Year 2006 Publication Whitireia Nursing Journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 13 Issue Pages 44-52  
  Keywords Primary health care; New graduate nurses; Registered nurses; Nursing; Education  
  Abstract (down) This paper outlines the historical development of the Postgraduate Certificate in Primary Health Care Specialty Nursing programme. The paper discusses the multiple contextual considerations for the programme in terms of New Zealand health policy direction, academic level, and appropriate level of competency development for nurses new to primary health care and newly graduated nurses.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1040  
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Author Wilson, L.J. openurl 
  Title Futurist planning, not a shortage stopgap: Recruitment and retention of registered nurses in New Zealand Type
  Year 2001 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Recruitment and retention; Registered nurses; Policy; Careers in nursing  
  Abstract (down) This literature review critically examines contributing factors to the current nursing shortage in New Zealand, centering on recruitment and retention of registered nurses. There is a dramatic widening between the supply of registered nurses and the demand for their services. All regions in New Zealand are reporting difficulty in hiring experienced and specialty nurses, and recruiting time is lengthening. This report suggests that the shortage is closely linked to factors in the nursing care environment. As a result of multiple factors during the centralising, cost-containing, acuity-increasing decade of the 1990s, the care environment has driven practising nurses out of acute care settings and discouraged new students from entering the profession. The availability of numerous alternative career opportunities has heightened the effect. Continuing causes to the non-selection of nursing as a profession are the influences of wage compression and limited career progression over the lifetime of the nurse, and insufficient orientation and mentoring of new nurses. Recent changes in the health care system have gone unevaluated and without oversight by nursing regulatory agencies – a situation not in the best interests of patients or nurses. A number of both literature-supported and resourceful approaches, including recommendations towards addressing the nursing shortage are proposed in this review.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1258  
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Author Wassner, A. openurl 
  Title Labour of love: Childbirth at Dunedin Hospital, 1862-1972 Type Book Whole
  Year 1999 Publication Dissector Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Hospitals; History of nursing; Maternity care; Registered nurses; Nursing; Education  
  Abstract (down) This book covers obstetrical care from a nursing perspective at the Dunedin Hospital's Maternity Units. The researcher found little information on the two lying-in (maternity) wards of the first two Dunedin Hospitals. The book presents historical records outlining obstetric nursing procedures and maternity culture at the Dunedin Hospitals, The Benevolent Institution, The Batchelor Maternity Hospital, and Queen Mary Hospital. It covers cultural, social and legislative changes over the period, and examines conditions and pay for nursing staff across this time. A chapter on the evolution of baby care looks at changes in acceptable practices around nursery care, breast and bottle feeding, and medical procedures. The book has an extensive list of appendices, including staff lists, training notes for staff, duty lists, and interviews with staff and patients.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1049  
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Author Spence, D.; Wood, E.E. openurl 
  Title Registered nurse participation in performance appraisal interviews Type Journal Article
  Year 2007 Publication Journal of Professional Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 23 Issue 1 Pages 55-59  
  Keywords Registered nurses; Management; Professional development; Attitude of health personnel  
  Abstract (down) This article presents the findings of an interpretive study that explored and documented the meaning and impact of nurse participation in performance appraisal interviews. Data gleaned from nine New Zealand registered nurses employed by a single district health board provide evidence that nurses are often disappointed by the process of performance appraisal. Although they believe in the potential value of performance appraisal interviews, they seldom experience the feedback, direction, and encouragement necessary for an effective appraisal process. It is suggested that changes to the current professional development program and its accompanying performance appraisal will require skilled commitment on the part of nurses, managers, and the employing organisation to improve and develop the assessment and promotion of nursing practice.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 840  
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Author Dredge, A. openurl 
  Title An insider's view of professional nursing and care management of the critically ill patient Type Journal Article
  Year 1999 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 5 Issue 8 Pages 13-16  
  Keywords Intensive care nursing; Interprofessional relations; Registered nurses  
  Abstract (down) This article explores the role of the registered nurse (RN) in the critical care environment. It presents the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) as a unique environment, with a specific relationship to technology, and a history that mirrors scientific development. It explores the tensions for a caring profession with a distinct culture practising in a highly medicalised, acute environment, and affirms the value of quality human care.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1302 Serial 1287  
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Author Dal Din, A. openurl 
  Title Accepting the challenge: Registered nurses' experiences of undertaking the statutory role of Responsible Clinician in New Zealand Type
  Year 2006 Publication Abbreviated Journal Victoria University of Wellington Library  
  Volume Issue Pages  
  Keywords Mental health; Registered nurses; Nursing specialties; Scope of practice  
  Abstract (down) This aim of this thesis was to explore and describe registered nurses' experiences of undertaking the statutory role of Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Act 1992. The role of Responsible Clinician has been available to nurses since 1992 yet to date there has been little research into nurses' experiences of undertaking this role. An exploratory descriptive approach was therefore used in this study. A convenience sample of four nurses who had been undertaking the role of Responsible Clinician was recruited. Their experiences were elicited through in-depth interviews. Analysis of the interview material revealed the themes of legitimacy, relationships, expanding practice, responsibility and accountability, approaches to care, nurses' responsiveness to the role and support of the role. The author points to this research being important to nurses who are working in the psychiatric mental health area so that they can understand the role more fully. In this way, more nurses may choose to undertake the role of Responsible Clinician.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 745 Serial 731  
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