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Author Roberts, Jennifer; Floyd, Sue; Thompson, Shona
Title The clinical nurse specialist in New Zealand : how is the role defined? Type Journal Article
Year 2011 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 27 Issue (down) 2 Pages 24-35
Keywords Clinical nurse specialist; Advanced nursing practice; Clinical expert
Abstract Reports the findings from research designed to investigate the role of the clinical nurse specialist (CNS) and how it is defined by New Zealand District Health Boards (DHBs). Identifies the current requirements and expectations of the CNS role and how it is defined in practice. Collects 15 CNS job descriptions from 8 DHBs, subjecting them to thematic analysis yielding 4 key areas of the CNS role.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1465
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Author Spence, Deborah
Title Preparing registered nurses depends on 'us and us and all of us' Type Journal Article
Year 2012 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 28 Issue (down) 2 Pages 5-13
Keywords Undergraduate nursing; Clinical teaching/learning; Team work; Collaboration
Abstract Reports on the qualitative findings of a collaborative study undertaken to monitor implementation of a new model of clinical education for undergraduate nursing students. Describes the development of a clinical education model devised by 3 District Health Boards (DHBs) and 2 universities, based on the inclusion of student nurses in team nursing.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1473
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Author Donovan, Donna; Diers, Donna; Carryer, Jenny
Title Perceptions of policy and political leadership in nursing in New Zealand Type Journal Article
Year 2012 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 28 Issue (down) 2 Pages 15-25
Keywords Nursing leadership; Policy and politics; Nursing organisations; Qualitative study; NZ nursing
Abstract Describes a qualitative study of 18 nurse leaders interviewed about issues affecting their will to participate in political action, leadership, and policy work. Asks the nurses to describe their personal stages of political development, how they view NZ nurses' and nursing organisations' political development, and their views on increasing the role of nursing in healthcare policy development. Analyses the interviews to identify major themes.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1474
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Author Barnhill, Dianne; McKillop, Ann; Aspinall, Cathleen
Title The impact of postgraduate education on registered nurses working in acute care Type Journal Article
Year 2012 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 28 Issue (down) 2 Pages 27-36
Keywords Postgraduate education; Clinical practice; Nursing education; Surveys
Abstract Undertakes a quantitative descriptive study to investigate the impact of postgraduate education on the practice of nurses working in medical and surgical wards of a District Health Board (DHB) hospital. Distributes an anonymous postal survey to 57 registered nurses and 25 senior nurses in these clinical areas and discusses the findings.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1475
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Author Beasley, Catherine; Dixon, Robyn
Title Phase II cardiac rehabilitation in rural Northland Type Journal Article
Year 2013 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 29 Issue (down) 2 Pages 4-14
Keywords Cardiac rehabilitation; Rural nursing
Abstract Reports a descriptive, exploratory, qualitative study of the perceptions and experiences of nurses who delivered cardiac rehabilitation in a rural health-care setting in Northland. Gathers data from two focus groups of 12 nurses in which five themes relating to cardiac rehabilitation are identified using a general inductive approach.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1482
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Author Clendon, Jill; McBride-Henry, Karen
Title History of the Child Health and Development Book : part 2: 1945-2000 Type Journal Article
Year 2014 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 30 Issue (down) 2 Pages 5-17
Keywords Maternal and child health; History of nursing; Plunket, Child health and development record book
Abstract Highlights how women challenged the concept of 'medicalised mothering' during the period 1945-2000, and how these views affected the development of the Well Child/Tamariki Ora Health book, or Plunket book. Analyses how the language of the book reflects tensions between competing discourses and knowledge sources among mothers and health professionals.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1492
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Author Lim, Anecita Gigi; North, Nicola; Shaw, John
Title Nurse prescribing : the New Zealand context Type Journal Article
Year 2014 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 30 Issue (down) 2 Pages 18-27
Keywords Nurse prescribing; Authorised prescribing; Nurse practitioner; Patient safety; Prescribing education
Abstract Examines the introduction of nurse prescribing in NZ with respect to the level of knowledge and skills required of practitioners for safe prescribing. Compares experiences in NZ with those in the US, UK, and Canada. Critiques the higher educational model as the standard for preparation to prescribe, while supporting alternative models for extending prescribing rights.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1493
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Author Cook, Catherine; Brunton, Margaret
Title The influence of the Cartwright Report on gynaecological examinations and nurses' communication Type Journal Article
Year 2014 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 30 Issue (down) 2 Pages 28-38
Keywords Cartwright Report; Communication; Sexual health; Women's health; Cervical screening
Abstract Reports findings from semi-structured interviews with 6 nurses and 7 women patients at a sexual health clinic where the women reported positive experiences of speculum examinations. Combines data with that from interviews with 16 patients and 16 clinicians regarding positive examinations, and analyses data to identify which clinical communication strategies were used, and how the women responded. Highlights the legacy of the Cartwright Report of the Cervical Cancer Inquiry of 1987/88.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1494
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Author Tipa, Zoe; Wilson, Denise; Neville, Stephen; Adams, Jeffery
Title Cultural Responsiveness and the Family Partnership Model Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue (down) 2 Pages 35-47
Keywords Well-child care; Family partnership model; Child and family nursing; Maori; Biculturalism; Nurse-patient relationship
Abstract Investigates the bicultural nature of the Family Partnership Model for working with Maori whanau in the context of well-child care services. Reports a mixed-methods study in 2 phases: an online survey of 23 nurses trained in the Family Partnership Model and 23 not trained in the model; observation of nurses' practice and interviews with 10 matched nurse-Maori client pairs. Identifies 3 aspects of the findings: respectful relationships, allowing clients to lead, and lack of skills.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1501
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Author Roy, Dianne; Gasquoine, Susan; Caldwell, Shirrin; Nash, Derek
Title Health professional and family perceptions of post-stroke information  Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue (down) 2 Pages 7-24
Keywords Stroke; Patient education; Families; Surveys
Abstract Conducts a mixed-methods descriptive survey to ascertain information needs of stroke families, as part of a longitudinal research programme, Stroke Families Whanau Programme. Asks 19 family members and 23 practitioners via interviews their opinions on current resources, and the appropriateness, accessibility, timeliness or omissions in the information provided, following a stroke. Identifies barriers to information provision.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1502
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Author Roy, Dianne; Gasquoine, Susan; Caldwell, Shirrin; Nash, Derek
Title Health Professional and Family Perceptions of Post-Stroke Information Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue (down) 2 Pages 7-24
Keywords Stroke; Patient education; Health professionals; Families
Abstract Undertakes a mixed-methods descriptive survey to ascertain the information needs of stroke families through identifying current practice and resources, their appropriateness, accessibility, timeliness and the information gaps. Collects qualitative and quantitative data via face-to-face interviews. Identifies barriers to effective provision of information, including language and other communication barriers, time constraints and workload issues for health professionals. Highlights the discrepancy between health professionals' theoretical understanding of information provision and their actual practice.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1508
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Author Ward, Cynthia; Evans, Alicia; Ford, Rosemary; Glass, Nel
Title Health Professionals Perspectives of Care for Seriously Ill Children Living at Home Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue (down) 2 Pages 25-34
Keywords Seriously-ill children; Health professionals; Model of care; Complex health needs
Abstract Reports the findings of health professional's perceptions of beneficial care for seriously ill children and their families. Represents one component of a PhD qualitative evaluation study investigating care provided by a child health trust in NZ. Uses a focus group to identify key aspects of beneficial care and subsequent themes, including: collaboration between health providers, effective communication, expert skills, support for colleagues and after-hours care. availability.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1509
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Author Jenkins, Brittany; Huntington, Annette
Title 'We are the international nurses': an exploration of internationally-qualified nurses' experiences of transitioning to New Zealand and working in aged care Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 32 Issue (down) 2 Pages 9-20
Keywords Aged care; Filipino; Indian; Internationally-qualified nurse; Philippines
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.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1516
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Author Mowat, Rebecca; Parsons, Matthew
Title Exploring the role of health care assistants as mobility activators for older people in an Assessment, Treatment, and Rehabilitation ward Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 32 Issue (down) 2 Pages 21-29
Keywords Rehabilitiation; Health-care assistants; Nurses; Interdisciplinary; Mobility
Abstract Employs a qualitative descriptive approach to examine the feasibility of health care assistants’ participation in rehabilitation for older people. Enrols health care assistants in focus groups before and after a mobility programme for inpatients promoting independence and functional rehabilitation. Involves ten in-patients who had sustained a fractured neck of femur in the functional exercises with the health care assistants. Analyses the interview data thematically.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1517
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Author Wright, Jane; Honey, Michelle
Title New Zealand nurses' experience of tele-consultation within secondary and tertiary services to provide care at a distance Type Journal Article
Year 2016 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 32 Issue (down) 2 Pages 30-38
Keywords Telemedicine; Advanced nursing practice; Remote consultation; Telenursing; Telehealth
Abstract Aims to explore NZ registered nurses' experience of using tele-consultation to provide care at a distance. Using a general inductive approach, single semi-structured interviews were undertaken with nine experienced nurses who provide secondary and tertiary services to patients and healthcare teams. Identifies five themes relating to nurses' role in tele-consultation.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1518
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