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Author Nichols, J.
Title An exploration of clinical supervision within mental health nursing Type Journal Article
Year 2004 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue November Pages
Keywords Clinical supervision; Mental health; Psychiatric Nursing
Abstract The purpose of this paper is to shed some light on the concept of clinical supervision specifically in relation to mental health nursing. The author talks briefly about the naming and history of clinical supervision and aims to provide some clarity around defining the concept. There is discussion around the role, value and objectives of clinical supervision before critical examination of two models of clinical supervision within two different contexts. Finally the strengths and weaknesses of each model are discussed, and the differences illustrate some of the contextual factors of clinical supervision.
Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 876 Serial 860
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Author O'Shea, M.; Reddy, L.
Title Action change in New Zealand mental health nursing: One team's perspective Type Journal Article
Year 2007 Publication Practice Development in Health Care Abbreviated Journal
Volume 6 Issue 2 Pages 137-142
Keywords Experiential learning; Psychiatric Nursing; Communication; Community health nursing
Abstract This paper describes an attempt at effecting change with specific relevance to the discharge planning of clients from a New Zealand inpatient mental health unit to a community setting. It explores how a team of community mental health nurses, practising in an urban/rural area, used the concepts of practice development to endeavour to bring about change while still retaining a client-centred focus. It describes how, in their enthusiasm, they embarked on the road to practice change without undertaking some of the essential ground work, Although they did not achieve all they set out to achieve, much was learnt in the process. In this paper, the authors outline their key learning points concerning the importance of engagement, communication, consistency and cooperation to the process and outcomes of practice change.
Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 897 Serial 881
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Author O'Brien, A.J.
Title The therapeutic relationship: Perceptions of mental health nurses Type
Year 2000 Publication Abbreviated Journal Massey University Library
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords Psychiatric Nursing; Mental health; Nurse-patient relations
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Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 914 Serial 898
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Author Rydon, S.E.
Title The attitudes, knowledge and skills needed in mental health nurses: The perspective of users of mental health services Type Journal Article
Year 2005 Publication International Journal of Mental Health Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 2 Pages 78-87
Keywords Patient satisfaction; Psychiatric Nursing; Attitude of health personnel
Abstract In this study a qualitative descriptive methodology with focus group interviews was used to explore with users of mental health services, the attitudes, knowledge and skills that they need in mental health nurses. Users of mental health services valued the therapeutic work of mental health nurses, and identified positive attitudes towards users of mental health services as essential in mental health nurses. However, they did not consistently experience a therapeutic approach in their interactions with mental health nurses. In a sociopolitical climate where the views of users of mental health services are increasingly incorporated into education and the planning and delivery of services, there is a need for more research that reflects the perspective of users.
Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 961 Serial 945
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Author McKenna, B.; Thom, K.; O'Brien, A.J.
Title Return to nursing programmes: Justifications for a mental health specific course Type Journal Article
Year 2008 Publication Intensive & Critical Care Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume 5 Issue 1 Pages 1-16
Keywords Psychiatric Nursing; Training; Recruitment and retention; Curriculum
Abstract This paper presents the findings from research that investigated the feasibility of developing a specialty return to mental health nursing programme in New Zealand. This was achieved through a scoping of existing return to nursing programmes; a survey of non-active nurses; and stakeholder consultation via interviews or focus groups. Existing generic programmes fail to attract non-active nurses wishing to focus on mental health nursing. The non-active nurses survey found 142 nurses who presently would or might possibly return to mental health nursing and participate in a programme. Most stakeholders supported the idea of implementing such a programme. The findings from this research indicate both feasibility and enthusiasm for the introduction of return to mental health nursing programmes. It is recommended that all aspects of this course mirror the service user focused 'recovery paradigm' that is a central tenet in contemporary mental health service delivery.
Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 984 Serial 968
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