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Author |
Roberts, Jennifer; Floyd, Sue; Thompson, Shona |
Title |
The clinical nurse specialist in New Zealand : how is the role defined? |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2011 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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Volume |
27 |
Issue |
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. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1465 |
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Author |
Spence, Deborah |
Title |
Preparing registered nurses depends on 'us and us and all of us' |
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Journal Article |
Year |
2012 |
Publication |
Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
Abbreviated Journal |
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Volume |
28 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
28 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
28 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
29 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
30 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
30 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
30 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
31 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
31 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
31 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
31 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
32 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
32 |
Issue |
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. |
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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 |
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Volume |
32 |
Issue |
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. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
Serial |
1518 |
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