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Author Scott, Susan
Title A tripartite learning partnership in health promotion Type Journal Article
Year 2011 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 27 Issue 2 Pages 16-23
Keywords Health promotion; Clinical learning; Partnership; Primary health-care; Nursing students
Abstract Describes a partnership between a NZ nursing programme and a community trust whereby nursing students enrolled with youth at a local high school that promoted health. Argues that the strategy contributes to the students' acquisition of the collaborative skills required to develop nursing partnerships within communities.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1464
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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 (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
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.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1465
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Author Scott, Susan (and others)
Title The graduate nursing workforce : does an international perspective have relevance for New Zealand? Type Journal Article
Year 2011 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 27 Issue 3 Pages 4-12
Keywords Graduates; Nursing workforce; Retention; Recruitment
Abstract Reviews studies of nursing graduates that use local, regional or national populations of graduates to explore reasons for turnover over periods of time longer than the first twelve months of transition to practice. Identifies the reasons for mobility within nursing and out of the profession altogether.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1466
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Author Rodgers, Vivien; Gilmour, Jean
Title Shaping student nurses' attitudes towards older people through learning and experience Type Journal Article
Year 2011 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 27 Issue 3 Pages 13-20
Keywords Ageism; Nursing; Education; Attitudes
Abstract Presents findings of a study comparing student nurse attitudes towards older people before and after an introductory nursing paper that included gerontology theory and clinical practice in an aged-care setting. Administers The Kogan Attitudes Towards Old People Scale to 56 nursing studies students at the beginning and end of the semester of study.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1467
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Author Wong, Grace; Stokes, Gillian
Title Preparing undergraduate nurses to provide smoking cessation advice and help Type Journal Article
Year 2011 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 27 Issue 3 Pages 21-30
Keywords Nursing education; Smoking cessation; Nursing curricula; Student nurses
Abstract Conducts an online survey of NZ's 17 schools of nursing to investigate the extent that smoking cessation education content is included in undergraduate nursing curricula. Reports which schools teach the recommended ABC approach and which teach approaches not recommended by the Ministry of Health.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1468
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Author Batten, Lesley; Dutton, Jane
Title Young tertiary students and help-seeking for health advice Type Journal Article
Year 2011 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 27 Issue 3 Pages 31-42
Keywords Young people; Help-seeking; Health advice; Barker's model; Surveys
Abstract Presents the findings of an anonymous, self-administered questionnaire to investigate help-seeking related to health concerns among young tertiary students. Highlights the need for nurses to be aware of the sources of health advice and support young people choose.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1469
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Author Dallas, Janette; Neville, Stephen
Title Health education and health screening in a sample of older men : a descriptive survey Type Journal Article
Year 2012 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 28 Issue 1 Pages 6-16
Keywords Older men; Health education; Health screening; Gerontological nursing; Surveys
Abstract Describes the health education and health screening received by community-dwelling men aged 65 or older. Undertakes a survey of 59 men in Wanganui via a self-administered questionnaire. Investigates the barriers/benefits to healthy living choices.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1470
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Author Winters, Rosie; Neville, Stephen
Title Registered nurse perspectives on delayed or missed nursing cares in a New Zealand hospital Type Journal Article
Year 2012 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 28 Issue 1 Pages 19-28
Keywords Missed care; Rationing nursing care; Patient care outcomes; Patient safety
Abstract Explores the concept of 'missed care' using a qualitative descriptive approach. Interviews 5 registered nurses within a NZ hospital about fluctuations in nursing-skill mix and staffing levels, inconsistent availability of equipment and supplies, and higher patient acuity. Identifies two main categories of missed care and nurses' resulting moral distress
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1471
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Author Haggerty, Carmel; Holloway, Kathryn; Wilson, Debra
Title Entry to nursing practice preceptor education and support : could we do better? Type Journal Article
Year 2012 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 28 Issue 1 Pages 30-39
Keywords Preceptorship; New graduates; Evaluation; Support and education
Abstract Reveals that recent longitudinal evaluation of 21 Nursing Entry to Practice (NETP) programmes in NZ identified that preceptorship selection, education and support are not properly resourced. Identifies the factors preventing preceptors from receiving appropriate training and recommends development of a clearly-defined preceptor selection and education process.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1472
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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 (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
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.
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 (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
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.
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 (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
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.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1475
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Author Lu, Hongyan; Maithus, Caroline
Title Experiences of clinical tutors with English as an additional language (EAL) students Type Journal Article
Year 2012 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 28 Issue 3 Pages 4-12
Keywords Clinical tutors; Clinical practice; English as an additional language (EAL); Spoken language; Communication skills
Abstract Conducts a study of the perceptions of new nursing graduates, with English as an additional language (EAL), on how they developed spoken language skills for the clinical workplace. Interviews 4 clinical tutors to elicit their views on the language development of EAL students. Outlines the themes that emerged from the tutor interviews.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1476
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Author Hedley, Cath and others
Title The B4 school check behaviour measures : findings from the Hawke's Bay evaluation Type Journal Article
Year 2012 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 28 Issue 3 Pages 13-23
Keywords Before (B4) School Checks; Child behaviour; Nurse evaluation; Parenting support
Abstract Evaluates the B4 School Checks in Hawke's Bay, focusing on children assessed as having behaviour issues, as determined by the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ). Reviews Health Hawke's Bay (HHB) records for the number and demographics of the children assessed, and the interventions recommended. Interviews 36 parents to discover what difference the B4 check made to children's behaviour and which aspects of the check contributed to successful outcomes.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1477
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Author Noble-Adams, Rae
Title Cancer Connect New Zealand : description and retrospective audit Type Journal Article
Year 2012 Publication (up) Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 28 Issue 3 Pages 24-34
Keywords Retrospective audit; Cancer Connect NZ; Cancer Society of NZ; Trained peer support volunteer
Abstract Retrospectively audits the Cancer Connect New Zealand (CCNZ)service to review, assess and describe 156 paper records of CCNZ matches made between July 2008-July 2009. Records baseline demographic data of those using and providing the CCNZ service.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1478
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