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Author Sundarajoo, Sarathambal url  openurl
  Title The Lived Experience of Person-Centred Care in Residential Homes in New Zealand and Singapore: the perspectives of residents, frontline caregivers and family members Type (up) Book Whole
  Year 2017 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 232 p.  
  Keywords Person-centred care; Aged care; Residential care; Phenomenology; Lived experience; Hermeneutics; Singapore  
  Abstract Employs the life-world hermeneutic phenomenology of Van Manen to examine perspectives on person-centred care in residential homes in both NZ and Singapore. Conducts interviews with 30 residents, 10 family members and 10 caregivers at 2 residential facilities. Records the interviews and analyses data using Van Manen's 6-step research process.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1563  
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Author Prentice, Jennifer Joan url  openurl
  Title “Tell someone who cares” -- participatory action research of motivation and workplace engagement among caregivers in aged residential care, New Zealand Type (up) Book Whole
  Year 2019 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 180 p.  
  Keywords Aged residential care; Motivation; Action research; Caregivers  
  Abstract Aims to understand the factors that encourage motivation and engagement of caregivers who are relatively poorly paid, with limited training, but who are required to provide personal care to an increasingly frail population. Undertakes an initial exploratory study, with participants from four rural aged-residential care (ARC) facilities, to identify three key themes that influence caregiver motivation. Subsequently develops these initial themes, within a 42-bed facility, to explore how to encourage caregiver motivation. Bases the four-step process on Lewin’s cycle: plan, act, observe, and reflect. Establishes an advisory group of caregivers who develop a nine-point action plan, accepted by management and implemented in the facility.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1638  
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Author Stewart, Lisa url  openurl
  Title Student nurse knowledge and attitudes about ageing, older people and working with them: does nursing education make a difference? Type (up) Book Whole
  Year 2018 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 392 p.  
  Keywords Aged; Ageing; Attitudes; Student nurses; Nursing education; Surveys  
  Abstract Develops, implements, and evaluates educational interventions to teach students about the ageing process, older people and how to work with them. Enrols students from a Bachelor of Nursing programme over a four-year period from 2011 to 2012, employing a multi-method approach including focus groups, a questionnaire and an analysis of course documents. Reveals how student nurses' attitudes alter during their course of study.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1648  
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Author Sharma, Mona url  openurl
  Title An exploration of the experiences of registered nurses working in aged residential care facilities regarding interRAI: A qualitative research design Type (up) Book Whole
  Year 2020 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 125 p.  
  Keywords InterRAI; International resident assessment instrument; Aged residential care; Registered nurses; Surveys  
  Abstract Assesses the experiences of registered nurses (RNs)working in aged residential care facilities in Christchurch, in performing interRAI assessments using interRAI MOMENTUM software. Explores the positive and negative aspects of their experiences and the factors affecting performance of interRAI-based comprehensive health assessments. Identifies the aids and barriers faced by RNs in applying and using interRAI. Conducts focus-group interviews with 7 RNs. Highlights the need for a unified standard assessment system.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1654  
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Author Kussmaul, Joerg url  openurl
  Title An investigation of occupational health and safety workplaces and working conditions in comparison to nursing care quality in residential aged care facilities (RACFs) in New Zealand Type (up) Book Whole
  Year 2020 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 270 p.  
  Keywords Residential Aged Care Facilities; Ocuupational health and safety; Working conditions; InterRAI; Clinical Assessment Protocols Job stress; Registered nurses; Enrolled nurses; Healthcare assistants  
  Abstract Identifies critical factors related to the occupational health and safety of workplaces and working conditions in residential aged-care facilities (RACF), from the perspective of nursing staff. Correlates quality indicators for occupational health and safety for workplaces and in working conditions with nursing care quality based on the InterRAI Clinical Assessment Protocols (CAP). Uses a mixed-method approach to conduct an audit of workplace health and safety and environmental conditions in 17 RACFs. Surveys 398 registered nurses (RN), enrolled nurses (EN), and Healthcare Assistants (HCA) about the mental and physical stressors in their work.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1655  
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Author Foster, Pamela Margaret url  openurl
  Title What undergraduate nurse education actually teaches student nurses about people named as older: A Foucauldian discourse analysis Type (up) Book Whole
  Year 2020 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 198 p.  
  Keywords Nursing education; Aged care; Nurses' perceptions; Stereotypes  
  Abstract Traces the origins of gerontology knowledge among student nurses while considering how people designated as older are perceived by the student nurse, and the effects of functional decline and biomedical discourses on their views of older people when on clinical placement in aged residential care (ARC) facilities. Hghlights the contested domain of gerontology knowledge to generate dialogue about how older age is actually represented in student nurse education, as the current iteration perpetuates stereotypical assumptions about older age.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1745  
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Author Grinlinton, Anne url  openurl
  Title Management of pressure injury prevention in two New Zealand residential aged care facilities: A case study Type (up) Book Whole
  Year 2021 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 120 p.  
  Keywords Pressure injuries; Aged residential care; Injury prevention; High Dependency  
  Abstract Examines how pressure injury prevention is managed in aged residential care (ARC). Using exploratory case study methodology, collects data from Clinical Managers, Regisered Nurses and Health Care Assistants working in two ARC facilities by means of semi-structured interviews. Identifies barriers and facilitators in the prevention of pressure injuries in the context of organisational culture and structure.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1753  
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Author Czuba, Karol Jan url  openurl
  Title Improving outcomes for support workers in aged care Type (up) Book Whole
  Year 2021 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 432 p.  
  Keywords Aged care; Support workers; Peer mentoring; Psychosocial outcomes; Staff turnover  
  Abstract Describes a rigorous and structured approach to development of an evidence-based e-mentoring intervention for NZ aged care support workers. Establishes the conceptual and theoretical bases to define the peer-mentoring intervention protocol, and investigates its feasibility and acceptability. Considers the evidence for improving psychosocial outcomes and turnover rates for support workers in the development of the WeCare Mentoring Programme.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1754  
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Author Tansley, Susan Elizabeth url  openurl
  Title The role of postgraduate education for registered nurses working in the aged care sector Type (up) Book Whole
  Year 2016 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 122 p.  
  Keywords Postgraduate education; Registered nurses; Aged care; Surveys  
  Abstract Explores the perspectives of registered nurses (RN) working in aged residential care, and their views and experiences of postgraduate education. Performs a qualitative study using mixed-method data triangulation including document review, focus groups and interviews at four aged care facilities. Conducts focus groups and interviews with five nurse managers and 15 RNs on the value of, and access to postgraduate education.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1791  
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Author Grinlinton, Anne url  openurl
  Title Management of pressure injury prevention in two New Zealand residential aged care facilities: A case study Type (up) Book Whole
  Year 2021 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 120 p.  
  Keywords Pressure injuries; Residential aged care facilities; Injury prevention  
  Abstract Aims to explore the strategies employed for pressure-injury prevention in two residential aged care facilities in NZ. Investigates how pressure injuries are managed from the perspective of Clinical Managers (CMs), Registered Nurses (RNs) and Health Care Assistants (HCAs). Analyses facility policies and guidelines for pressure injury prevention and management and identifies barriers and facilitators of injury prevention.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1802  
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Author Vuorinen, Minna url  openurl
  Title Registered nurses' experiences with, and feelings and attitudes towards, interRAI-LTCF in New Zealand in 2017 Type (up) Book Whole
  Year 2017 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 157 p.  
  Keywords InterRAI-LTCF; Registered Nurses; Aged residential care; Surveys  
  Abstract Conducts 12 interviews with Registered Nurses (RN) 18 months after the International Resident Assessment Instrument for Long-Term Care Facilities (interRAI-LTCF) became mandatory in NZ. Bases the interviews on a United Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model. Analyses the benefits and drawbacks of InterRAI-LTCF according to RN experience, and what they feel would improve the system.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1815  
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Author Dwyer, Rosemary url  openurl
  Title Exploring the relationships between attitudes to ageing and the willingness of new graduate nurses to work in aged residential care in rural New Zealand Type (up) Book Whole
  Year 2022 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 120 p.  
  Keywords Aged residential care; Rural conditions; Ageism; Surveys  
  Abstract Examines the relationship between attitudes to ageing and the willingness of pre-registration nursing students to work in aged residential care (ARC), and in

rural NZ. Undertakes a cross-sectional study using a self-administered online survey, of third-year nursing students in southern NZ. Recommends gerontology course content and ARC clinical placements for nursing students.
 
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1838  
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Author Whitehead, N.; Parsons, J.; Dixon, R. openurl 
  Title Quality and staffing : is there a relationship in residential aged care? Type (up) Journal Article
  Year 2015 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 6 Issue 1 Pages 28-35  
  Keywords Residential Aged Care; Nursing Homes; Staffing; Relationships  
  Abstract Explores whether there is a relationship between staffing and quality indicators in residential care of older people, in both rest homes and continuing-care hospitals. Conducts a longitudinal survey of 18 residential-care rest homes and 16 continuing-care hospitals in the greater Auckland region to explore the relationship between direct-care staffing levels, skill mix and quality indicators. Collects data over a 6-month period on type of staffing, including registered nurses, enrolled nurses, and support workers; quality indicators, including falls, new fractures, pressure ulcers, weight loss, urinary tract infections (UTI), poly-pharmacy or multiple medications, presence of indwelling catheters and use of daily restraints. Uses logistic analysis to analyse the inverse relationship between staffing levels and adverse events, and whether there is an association between staff type and the incidence of the five quality indicators.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1409  
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Author Gilmer, Mary Jane; Meyer, Alannah; Davidson, Jocelyn; Koziol-McLain, Jane openurl 
  Title Staff beliefs about sexuality in aged residential care Type (up) Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume 26 Issue 3 Pages 17-24  
  Keywords Sexuality; Residential care; Aged; Attitude of health personnel; Surveys  
  Abstract Surveys 52 staff members from the rest-home component of aged-care facilities in one District Health Board, about how staff in such facilities approach and manage the sexuality needs of residents.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1458  
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Author Jenkins, Brittany; Huntington, Annette url  openurl
  Title 'We are the international nurses': an exploration of internationally-qualified nurses' experiences of transitioning to New Zealand and working in aged care Type (up) Journal Article
  Year 2016 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal  
  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.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1516  
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