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Author Bavidge, D.
Title Leadership: Further perspectives Type Journal Article
Year 2006 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal Available online from Eastern Institute of Technology
Volume 14 Issue 1 Pages 20-22
Keywords Leadership; Feminist critique; Nursing philosophy
Abstract This paper uses two perspectives, a feminist analysis and emancipatory leadership model, to analyse the practice and philosophy of leadership. It finds the important components of leadership include communicating understanding, developing a sense of community, and reconstituting the power relationships. This challenges traditional leadership perspectives which privilege individuals hierarchically appointed, or with deemed alienable qualities or traits.
Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 1325 Serial 1309
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Author Nichols, J.
Title An exploration of clinical supervision within mental health nursing Type Journal Article
Year 2004 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue November Pages
Keywords Clinical supervision; Mental health; Psychiatric Nursing
Abstract The purpose of this paper is to shed some light on the concept of clinical supervision specifically in relation to mental health nursing. The author talks briefly about the naming and history of clinical supervision and aims to provide some clarity around defining the concept. There is discussion around the role, value and objectives of clinical supervision before critical examination of two models of clinical supervision within two different contexts. Finally the strengths and weaknesses of each model are discussed, and the differences illustrate some of the contextual factors of clinical supervision.
Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 876 Serial 860
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Author Neville, S.J.; Gillon, D.; Milligan, K.
Title New Zealand registered nurses' use of physical assessment skills: A pilot study Type Journal Article
Year 2006 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue 14(1) Pages
Keywords Clinical assessment; Nursing; Evaluation
Abstract The objective of this project was to ascertain registered nurses' use of selected physical assessment skills before and after participation in a health assessment course. A pre- (also referred to as part I) and post- (part II) test design was used to investigate the research aim. Participants were obtained via a convenience sample. A questionnaire was completed at the beginning of the educational programme and then four to six weeks after completion of the assessment course. A two tailed t-test was used to identify any significant differences in the characteristics of participants from part I (N = 206) to part II (N = 145), with no differences identified. However, there was an overall mean percentage difference of 17.1% in the use of physical assessment skills after having completed the educational programme. In conclusion, the researchers found that four to six weeks after completion of a health assessment course, nurses were using the skills learned to improve their nursing practice more frequently than before the programme.
Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 879 Serial 863
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Author Egan, M.
Title The nursing and midwifery practice structure at Healthcare Hawkes Bay: An evaluation and improvement process Type Journal Article
Year 1999 Publication Vision: A Journal of Nursing Abbreviated Journal
Volume 5 Issue 8 Pages 27-29
Keywords Professional development; Nursing; Midwifery
Abstract This article describes the Nursing and Midwifery Practice Structure, which has been in place at Healthcare Hawkes Bay since 1996. It was developed to provide nurses and midwives in clinical positions with a professional development structure, and uses a framework to recognise and reward competence. It encourages clinical progression and was developed to link nursing competence with remuneration. The Practice Structure, based on the work of Patricia Benner (Benner, 1984), is made up of 4 levels: Beginner/Advance Beginner Practitioner, Competent Practitioner, Proficient Practitioner, Expert Practitioner. The Structure was reviewed in 1998, and a Steering Group was formed to collect feedback from nurses and midwives, identify areas of concern, and make recommendations for improvements. At the time of writing, these recommendations are being implemented and systems are being developed to ensure the Nursing and Midwifery Practice Structure continues to develop.
Call Number (up) NRSNZNO @ research @ 971 Serial 955
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