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Author Corbett, A.
Title Cultural safety: A New Zealand experience Type Journal Article
Year 2004 Publication Journal of the Australasian Rehabilitation Nurses Association Abbreviated Journal
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 14-17
Keywords Cross-cultural comparison; Cultural safety; Transcultural nursing
Abstract (up) The Indigenous Nursing Education Working Group report “Gettin em n keepin em”, was presented at the Australasian Nurse Educators Conference held in Rotorua, New Zealand. The practicalities of the implementation of this report were challenged in light of the experiences of New Zealand nurse educators in implementing the concepts of cultural safety into undergraduate nurse education in New Zealand. The experiences of one Maori family with the Australian health system is given to illustrate the points made.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 964 Serial 948
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Author Stone, P.W.; Tourangeau, A.E.; Duffield, C.M.; Hughes, F.; Jones, C.A.; O'Brien-Pallas, L.; Shamian, J.
Title Evidence of nurse working conditions: A global perspective Type Journal Article
Year 2003 Publication Policy, Politics, & Nursing Practice Abbreviated Journal
Volume 4 Issue 2 Pages 120-130
Keywords Nursing; Recruitment and retention; Policy; Cross-cultural comparison; Nursing research
Abstract (up) The purpose of this article is to review evidence about nurse workload, staffing, skill mix, turnover, and organisational characteristics' effect on outcomes; discuss methodological considerations in this research; discuss research initiatives currently under way; review policy initiatives in different countries; and make recommendations where more research is needed. Overall, an understanding of the relationships among nurse staffing and organisational climate to patient safety and health outcomes is beginning to emerge in the literature. Little is known about nursing turnover and more evidence is needed with consistent definitions and control of underlying patient characteristics. Research and policy initiatives in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United States are summarised.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 951
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Author Alcorn, G.
Title Giving voice to school nursing as a primary health care specialty Type
Year 2001 Publication Abbreviated Journal ResearchArchive@Victoria
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords School nursing; Primary health care; Cross-cultural comparison
Abstract (up) The purpose of this thesis is to give voice to school nursing as a primary health care specialty, and to promote the development of school nursing in New Zealand. School nursing is an invisible practice specialty that is largely funded from within the education sector, to address the health needs of student clients. School nursing is a significant primary health care initiative that can positively influence student health outcomes. The author presents her own school nursing practice experience and philosophy, prior to reflecting upon the history of school nursing, and the health concerns present within the student population. The work then moves to review and critique school nursing literature from New Zealand, Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. This thesis highlights the need for collaborative policy and practice development initiatives including a legislative requirement for school nurses, school nursing competencies and standards, school nurse to student ratios, postgraduate training, professional liaison, practice funding, and research. A discourse on the reflective topical autobiographical method introduces autobiographical poetry from school nursing practice and reflective inquiry, as the central research endeavour of this thesis. Autobiographical poetry is offered as a window to this specialty practice, and accompanying reflections allow access to a further layer of practice knowledge.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1143
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Author Hales, A.; Dignam, D.
Title Nurse prescribing lessons from the US Type Journal Article
Year 2002 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 8 Issue 10 Pages 12-15
Keywords Nurse practitioners; Prescriptive authority; Cross-cultural comparison; Advanced nursing practice; Education
Abstract (up) The researchers present a survey of a sample population of 32 advanced practice nurses (APN) in the US about their experiences of acquiring and implementing prescriptive authority. The issues relevant to nurse practitioners in New Zealand are discussed, around acquiring knowledge and education, relationships with other professionals, establishing the role, and retaining the nursing role. The intent and scope of APN prescribing in the US is also discussed.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1007
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Author Milligan, K.; Neville, S.J.
Title Health assessment and its relationship to nursing practice in New Zealand Type Journal Article
Year 2001 Publication Contemporary Nurse Abbreviated Journal
Volume 10 Issue 1/2 Pages 7-11
Keywords Nursing; Education; Professional competence; Nurse practitioners; Cross-cultural comparison
Abstract (up) This article draws on Australian experience to gain insight to three specific areas of health assessment that are topical in New Zealand, which has recently introduced the concept into nursing training. The issues are annual registration based on evidence of competence to practice, a review of undergraduate curricula, and the development of nurse practitioner/advanced nurse practitioner roles. The meaning of the concept 'health assessment' is also clarified in order to provide consistency as new initiatives in nursing are currently being developed.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1090
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Author Carryer, J.B.; Gardner, G.; Dunn, S.; Gardner, A.
Title The core role of the nurse practitioner: Practice, professionalism and clinical leadership Type Journal Article
Year 2007 Publication Journal of Clinical Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume 16 Issue 10 Pages 1818-1825
Keywords Professional competence; Nurse practitioners; Evaluation research; Cross-cultural comparison
Abstract (up) This article draws on empirical evidence to illustrate the core role of nurse practitioners in Australia and New Zealand. A study jointly commissioned by both countries' Regulatory Boards developed information of the newly created nurse practitioner role, to develop shared competency and educational standards. This interpretive study used multiple data sources, including published and grey literature, policy documents, nurse practitioner programme curricula and interviews with 15 nurse practitioners from the two countries. The core role of the nurse practitioner was identified as having three components: dynamic practice, professional efficacy and clinical leadership. Nurse practitioner practice is dynamic and involves the application of high level clinical knowledge and skills in a wide range of contexts. The nurse practitioner demonstrates professional efficacy, enhanced by an extended range of autonomy that includes legislated privileges. The nurse practitioner is a clinical leader with a readiness and an obligation to advocate for their client base and their profession at the systems level of health care.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 932
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Author Horrocks, T.
Title Implementing change combining Maori and Western knowledge in health delivery Type Journal Article
Year 2001 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume 7 Issue 13 Pages 37-41
Keywords Maori; Cross-cultural comparison; Organisational culture; Quality assurance
Abstract (up) This article explores the incorporation of western knowledge with kaupapa Maori in the delivery of health care. It presents a fictional kaupapa Maori service, as a tool to explore the change process and influence that organisational culture and leadership styles have on a process of integrating a kaupapa Maori nursing service. The importance of continual evaluation through quality assurance measures was also conveyed.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1280
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Author North, N.; Rasmussen, E.; Hughes, F.; Finlayson, M.
Title Turnover amongst nurses in New Zealand's district health boards: A national survey of nursing turnover and turnover costs Type Journal Article
Year 2005 Publication New Zealand Journal of Employment Relations Abbreviated Journal
Volume 30 Issue 1 Pages 49-62
Keywords Recruitment and retention; Nursing; Economics; Cross-cultural comparison
Abstract (up) This article reports on the New Zealand part of an international study, using agreed study design and instruments, to determine the direct and indirect costs of nursing turnover. These costs also include the systemic costs, estimated by determining the impacts of turnover on patient and nurse outcomes. It presents the findings from the pilot study conducted in six countries to test the availability of costs and suitability of the instrument. Reports the results from a survey of directors of nursing in 20 of the 21 district health boards on turnover and workplace practices.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 533
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Author Warren, S.
Title Cultural safety, where does it fit? A literature review Type Journal Article
Year 2002 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume 8 Issue 14 Pages 27-30
Keywords Cultural safety; Cross-cultural comparison; History of nursing
Abstract (up) This literature review discusses the history of the inclusion of culture into nursing studies. There is a small sample of overseas literature for critique with a focus on the inclusion of cultural safety in New Zealand. The concept of cultural safety was first introduced into New Zealand in the late 1980s. It was adopted by the New Zealand Nursing Council for nurses and midwives in 1992 and became part of the basic curriculum for nursing and midwifery education.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1095 Serial 1080
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Author Muir-Cochrane, E.; Holmes, C.; Walton, J.A.
Title Law and policy in relation to the use of seclusion in psychiatric hospitals in Australia and New Zealand Type Journal Article
Year 2002 Publication Contemporary Nurse Abbreviated Journal
Volume 13 Issue 2/3 Pages 136-145
Keywords Psychiatric Nursing; Law and legislation; Policy; Patient rights; Cross-cultural comparison
Abstract (up) This paper discusses legal issues associated with the seclusion of acutely disturbed patients in psychiatric hospitals in Australia and New Zealand. There continues to be great variation in opinion and operational definition as to whether seclusion is a medical treatment, nursing intervention and management tool, or merely a form of situational restraint. Reflecting this lack of clarity, mental health acts and policies concerning the regulation and practice of seclusion lack consistency and focus across geographical boundaries and jurisdictions. Australian and New Zealand legislation and institutional policy is discussed in order to shed light on the contemporary issues highlighted by this controversial nursing practice. The authors note that mental health professionals must continue to review the practice of seclusion and to actively promote the use of acceptable alternatives. In addition nurses and other mental health professionals have a responsibility to understand current legislation and policy frameworks and to influence change where this is necessary to ensure the best practice possible in their clinical area.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1074
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Author Esera, F.I.
Title If a client is operating from a Samoan world view how can s/he be holistically and appropriately treated under the western medical model? Type
Year 2001 Publication Abbreviated Journal ResearchArchive@Victoria
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords Mental health; Psychiatric Nursing; Cultural safety; Cross-cultural comparison; Pacific peoples
Abstract (up) This paper is an analysis of the cultural and traditional factors that the author presents as essential considerations in the treatment of Samoan people who have been diagnosed with a mental illness. Just as important to any clinical diagnosis, is the spiritual nature of Samoan culture and traditions, which inform belief systems. A full understanding of these will explain how the traditional beliefs and cultural values of Samoan people have an impact on their perception of mental illness, its causes and cures. The thesis places emphasis on 'ma'i -aitu', the Samoan term for most ailments pertaining to the mind or psyche. The focus is on defining 'ma'i -aitu' as part of a Samoan world view and likewise a description of a similar type of manifestation in the Papalagi (western) context of a psychiatric disorder and how treatment and management is usually undertaken. The issues addressed in this paper aim to highlight the Samoan client's world view from a Samoan perspective of mental illness which then poses the question of how they can be managed holistically and appropriately under the Papalagi medical system. Furthermore, it questions if the traditional belief system of Samoans run deeper than originally thought and can the replacement thereof by a foreign culture be responsible for the increased mental problems in Samoans living in New Zealand? This paper emphasises the importance of integrating the western medical model and Samoan health models, for appropriate mental health service delivery to Samoan people.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1231
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