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Author Alcorn, G.
Title The youth health specialty in New Zealand: Collaborative practice and future development Type Journal Article
Year 2007 Publication New Zealand Family Physician Abbreviated Journal The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners website
Volume 34 Issue 3 Pages 162-167
Keywords (up) Adolescents; Community health nursing; Primary health care; Nurse practitioners; School nursing
Abstract This paper details the workforce capacity of youth health nursing and medical staffing required for community-based and school-based youth health services. The author shows how youth health services seek to complement the care delivered by Primary Health Organisations (PHOs) and other allied health care services in the community. She outlines the development and operation at VIBE, a community-based youth health service in the Hutt Valley with school-based youth health services delivered at four low deciles secondary schools. She explains that developing workforce capacity for youth health services is a primary health care priority and an important means to address inequalities and to improve the health services of young people.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 518
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Author Vernon, R.A.; Jacobs, S.; Papps, E.
Title An innovative initiative for advanced nursing practice roles Type Journal Article
Year 2007 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal Available online from Eastern Institute of Technology
Volume 14 Issue 2 Pages 16-17
Keywords (up) Advanced nursing practice; Primary health care; Nurse practitioners; Nursing models
Abstract This paper reports an initiative which is an example of partnership between education and health organisations resulting in the implementation of a jointly funded advanced nursing practice role. The model is for community based Nurse Practitioner-managed health care for primary health and disease management. The key partners in this project are the Eastern Institute of Technology, Hawke's Bay District Health Board, and a Primary Health Organisation (Tu Meke – First Choice). This article summarises the objectives, implementation, evaluation and benefits of the programme.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1311
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Author Norris, Katrina A.
Title A position in the making: A Bourdieusian analysis of how RN prescribing influences collaborative team practice in New Zealand Type Book Whole
Year 2022 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 174 p.
Keywords (up) Bourdieusian analysis; RN prescribing; Primary health care nursing; Collaborative interprofessional practice
Abstract Examines designated registered nurse (RN) prescribing among community health nurses. Aims to understand how RN prescribers interact with other members of the health care team and to identify the social processes at play. Employs Bourdieu's 'Theory of Practice' to explore health care teams as competitive social spaces where health professionals vie to establish social position and authority. Recruits three health care teams representing primary health and specialty practice for interviews and observation. Highlights three themes from the data: social topography, working with an RN prescriber; and patterns of communication.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1842
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Author Strickland, A.
Title Nurse-initiated retinoblastoma service in New Zealand Type Journal Article
Year 2006 Publication Insight: The Journal of the American Society of Ophthalmic Registered Nurses Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue 1 Pages 8-10
Keywords (up) Case studies; Nursing specialties; Children; Quality of health care; Evaluation
Abstract This article describes the implementation of a nurse-led, dedicated support network and service for children with a diagnosis of retinoblastoma and their families. Nurses with an interest in retinoblastoma at an Auckland Ophthalmology Department realised that the service provided was not meeting the needs of patients and families, particularly since the numbers had increased over the past two years. This article outlines the development of a cost-effective approach that improved the service.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 884
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Author Nelson, Katherine M; Connor, Margaret; Alcorn, Gillian D
Title Innovative nursing leadership in youth health Type Journal Article
Year 2009 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 25 Issue 1 Pages 27-37
Keywords (up) Clinical leadership; Innovation; Youth health; Nurse practitioner; Primary health care
Abstract Looks one of the eleven health care nursing innovation projects funded by the Ministry of Health: Vibe Youth Transition Services, located in the Hutt Valley, formerly known as the Hutt Valley Youth Service. Highlights the leadership role provided by the nurse practitioner (NP) which led to youth health and development nationally.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1441
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Author Clissold, C.
Title How discourses stifle the Primary Health Care Strategy's intent to reduce health inequalities Type
Year 2006 Publication Abbreviated Journal ResearchArchive@Victoria
Volume Issue Pages
Keywords (up) Community health nursing; Policy; Primary health care
Abstract The Primary Health Care Strategy (PHCS) has a stated commitment to defined populations who suffer disproportionately from ill health. This thesis examines whether some prevailing discourses actually decrease the focus on health inequalities. A study of the nursing and medical media found that it focused predominantly on professional and industrial issues, leaving health workers focused mainly on their own professional interests, rather than considering the effects on health inequalities. She goes on to suggest that current Ministry of Health discourse values decentralised community health decision making. This may gloss over factors in community health which are affected by Government policy such as employment policy, and thus should be dealt with centrally by legislation. These factors have been found to be the most pertinent in health inequalities. So while models of community partnerships may seem to place communities as agents in their own health, this downplays the determinants of health which are beyond their control. Having shown that discourse can decrease the focus on health inequalities due to other professional and political drivers, the author then looked at health initiative concepts which are effective, efficient and equitable given the current set up of PHOs and nursing innovations.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1196
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Author Vick, Margaret; Dannenfeldt Gudrun; Shaw, Bill
Title Do students training to be health-care workers have compassionate attributes? Type Journal Article
Year 2017 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 8 Issue 1 Pages 16-22
Keywords (up) Compassion; Health care students; Surveys; Measurements
Abstract Measures the extent to which health-care students began their training with compassionate attributes. Defines compassion as an awareness of others and a desire to help, using a non-judgmental approach. Highlights the significance of compassion in health care. Provides a self-administered 'compassion to others' psychometric scale to measure compassionate attributes to 146 students enrolled in the first semester of nursing, midwifery and social work at the Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec). Analyses data using the SPSS and ANOVA for descriptive statistics and predictive information.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1538
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Author Davis, J.; Wiapo, C.; Rehana-Tait, H.; Clark, T.C.; Adams, S.
Title Steadfast is the rock: Primary health care Maori nurse leaders discuss tensions, resistance, and their contributions to prioritise communities and whanau during COVID-19 Type Journal Article
Year 2021 Publication Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 37 Issue 3 Pages 84-93
Keywords (up) COVID-19; Primary health care; Maori nursing leadership; Maori communities
Abstract Recounts the experiences of 3 Maori nurses in a primary health entity in Northland, NZ as they negotiated with health providers and organisations to protect the health of Maori communities during the first lockdown, in 2020. Emphasises the role of matauranga Maori (Maori knowledge and tradition) in ensuring local Maori were prioritised in the pandemic response in the region.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1737
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Author Ferguson, Katelyn Maye
Title The appropriation of cultural safety: A mixed methods analysis Type Book Whole
Year 2021 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 250 p.
Keywords (up) Cultural safety; Nursing practice; Cross-cultural communication; Maori health care; Internationally Qualified Nurses (IQN)
Abstract Argues that the concept of cultural safety (CS) has been appropriated from an indigenous-led bicutural context to an inclusive cross-cultural framework for working with diverse patient populations. Investigates nurses' understanding of the 'Guidelines for Cultural Safety, the Treaty of Waitangi and Maori Health in Nursing Education and Practice' published in 2011 by the Nursing Council of NZ. Conducts a mixed-methods survey using both closed and open-ended questions to gauge nurses' confidence in applying the guidelines and their view of their relevance. Describes differences between NZ Registered Nurses (RN) and Internationally Qualified Nurses (IQN) in their understanding of CS. Argues that the CS model should be by Maori, for Maori.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1763
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Title Dementia care: A literature review Type Journal Article
Year 2001 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume 7 Issue 13 Pages 33-36
Keywords (up) Dementia; Nurse-patient relations; Quality of health care; Nursing; Education
Abstract This article defines dementia, and explores recent trends in relation to why it is such a misunderstood condition in the health care setting. Within a theoretical framework of literature development, nurse client relationships, and quality of care and attitudes are analysed. Gaps, inconsistencies and consistencies are outlined, with the implications for nursing practice and education explored.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1279
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Author Kinealy, T.; Arroll, B.; Kenealy, H.; Docherty, B.; Scott, D.; Scragg, R.; Simmons, D.
Title Diabetes care: Practice nurse roles, attitudes and concerns Type Journal Article
Year 2004 Publication Journal of Advanced Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume 48 Issue 11 Pages 68-75
Keywords (up) Diabetes Type 2; Practice nurses; Attitude of health personnel; Primary health care
Abstract The aim of this paper is to report a study to compare the diabetes-related work roles, training and attitudes of practice nurses in New Zealand surveyed in 1990 and 1999, to consider whether barriers to practice nurse diabetes care changed through that decade, and whether ongoing barriers will be addressed by current changes in primary care. Questionnaires were mailed to all 146 practice nurses in South Auckland in 1990 and to all 180 in 1999, asking about personal and practice descriptions, practice organisation, time spent with patients with diabetes, screening practices, components of care undertaken by practice nurses, difficulties and barriers to good practice, training in diabetes and need for further education. The 1999 questionnaire also asked about nurse prescribing and influence on patient quality of life. More nurses surveyed in 1999 had post-registration diabetes training than those in 1990, although most of those surveyed in both years wanted further training. In 1999, nurses looked after more patients with diabetes, without spending more time on diabetes care than nurses in 1990. Nevertheless, they reported increased involvement in the more complex areas of diabetes care. Respondents in 1999 were no more likely than those in 1990 to adjust treatment, and gave a full range of opinion for and against proposals to allow nurse prescribing. The relatively low response rate to the 1990 survey may lead to an underestimate of changes between 1990 and 1999. Developments in New Zealand primary care are likely to increase the role of primary health care nurses in diabetes. Research and evaluation is required to ascertain whether this increasing role translates into improved outcomes for patients.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1100
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Author Clendon, Jill (and others)
Title Nurse perceptions of the diabetes Get Checked Programme Type Journal Article
Year 2013 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 29 Issue 3 Pages 18-30
Keywords (up) Diabetes; Primary health care
Abstract Ascertains the impact of the programme on the practice of nurses and identifies factors that contributed to the success or failure of the programme in their workplaces. Performs an observational study by means of an online survey and descriptively analyses the responses from the 748 respondents. Elicits nurses' suggestions for future improved management and outcomes for people with diabetes.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1486
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Author Robertson, Heather; Carryer, Jenny; Neville, Stephen
Title Diffusion of the Primary Health Care Strategy in a small District Health Board in New Zealand Type Journal Article
Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 31 Issue 3 Pages 17-26
Keywords (up) Diffusion; innovation; primary health care (PHC); primary health care nursing
Abstract Reports the findings of a study examining aspects of the implementation of the Primary Health Care Strategy on primary health care nursing in a small district health board (DHB) in NZ. Conducts an instrumental case study informed by onstructionism and underpinned by a qualitative interpretive design. Collects data from policy documents and strategic plans and by means of interviews with managers at middle and senior levels at the local DHB and two PHOs.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1511
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Author Lindsay, N.M.
Title Family violence in New Zealand: A primary health care nursing perspective Type Journal Article
Year 2007 Publication Whitireia Nursing Journal Abbreviated Journal
Volume 14 Issue 7 Pages 7-16
Keywords (up) Domestic violence; Primary health care; Nursing specialties
Abstract This article explores the implications of clinical decision making by primary health care nurses in relation to identifying family abuse, particularly partner abuse. The historical and sociological background to family violence in New Zealand, and government-led strategies are considered, along with issues for Maori and Pacific peoples. The concept of health literacy in relation to family violence is also briefly discussed.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ 1309 Serial 1293
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Author Shaw, S.
Title Constructing media images of nursing: How does the media represent nurses when reporting on nurse prescribing? Type Journal Article
Year 2007 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 13 Issue 1 Pages 16-18
Keywords (up) Drug administration; Interprofessional relations; Professional competence; Nursing; Eucation; Quality of health care
Abstract This research presents a discourse analysis of articles published in the New Zealand Herald between October 1999 and September 2005. The terms “nurse prescribing” and “prescribing fights” identified seven articles published which referred specifically to this issue. They were predominantly editorial comments and statements attributed to senior doctors. Examples of comments from these articles are presented and discussed in this article, and three inter-related themes are identified – competence, responsibility and competition. Discussion on competence centred on education, skill and experience level of nurses, as described by editorial comment and senior doctors. Positive international research and experience of nurse prescribing did not feature. A number of comments in the articles analysed could be seen to represent concerns about competition between medicine and nursing. One interpretation of the comments contained in these articles is to see medical practitioner groups defending their status and desire to define and control nursing practice. The media has the power to select the information conveyed and, in these instances, appears to have demonstrated a bias towards the medical community's perspective.
Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 979
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