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Author (up) Bogossian, F.; Cooper, S.; Kelly, M.; Levett-Jones, T.; McKenna, L.; Slark, J.; Seaton, P.
Title Best practice in clinical simulation education -- are we there yet? A cross-sectional survey of simulation in Australian and New Zealand pre-registration nursing education Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Collegian Abbreviated Journal
Volume 25 Issue 3 Pages 327-334
Keywords Simulation education; Nursing students; Clinical simulation; Surveys
Abstract Describes the current use of simulation in tertiary nursing education programmes leading to nurse registration, in Australia and NZ. Determines whether investments in simulation have improved uptake, quality and diversity of simulation experiences. Conducts a cross-sectional electronic survey distributed to lead nursing academics in nursing registration programmes in both countries.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1786
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Author (up) Burrow, Maria; Gilmour, Jean; Cook, Catherine
Title The information behaviour of health care assistants: a literature review Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 34 Issue 3 Pages 6-17
Keywords Health-care Assistants; Information ehaviour; Literature Review; Social Contexts
Abstract Reviews existing research literature to examine health-care assistants'(HCA) and other paid caregivers' information-seeking behaviour. e.g. identifying a need for information; and seeking, avoiding or sharing information. Identifies four social contexts for the behaviour: home health-care, residential dementia care, nursing homes, and acute hospital environments. Garners this data to support registered nurses (RN) who delegate direct care to a growing body of unregistered health-care assistants. Highlights the influence that situational factors and social contexts have on information behaviours.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1605
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Author (up) Carstensen, Cassandra; Papps, Elaine; Thompson, Shona
Title When a child is diagnosed with severe allergies: an auto-ethnographic account Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 34 Issue 2 Pages 6-16
Keywords Childhood allergies; Anaphylactic reaction; Motherhood; Nurse empathy; Auto-ethnography
Abstract Reports research that explores the experience of raising a child with severe allergies in NZ and the potential for an anaphylactic reaction. Utilises an auto-ethnographic research approach to provide details of managing the diagnosis and day to day life of a child with severe allergies through narratives written from the perspective of the child's mother who is also a nurse. Undertakes a thematic analysis of the auto-ethnographic narrative, producing four emergent themes: being the mother; being a nurse; who is supporting us?; and desperately seeking knowledge.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1601
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Author (up) Douche; Jeanie; Mitchell, Mani
Title Aotearoa childhood genital (re)assignment surgery:A case for the right to bodily integrity Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 34 Issue 2 Pages 17-27
Keywords Sex-gender binary; intersex; hetero-normativity; pathologising
Abstract Backgrounds the definition and incidence of Disorders of Sex Development (DSD),and explains the rationale behind Childhood Genital Reassignment Surgery (CGRS). Places the discourse surrounding normalising surgery within essentialist and social constructionist perceptions of sex and gender. Draws upon personal experience and poststructuralist ideas to examine the practice of CGRS.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1603
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Author (up) English, Wendy
Title The moments we meet : lived experiences of rapport for nurses, patients and families in palliative care Type Book Whole
Year 2018 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 135 p.
Keywords Palliative care; Patients; Palliative care nursing; Connectedness; Person-centred care
Abstract Undertakes 12 in-depth interviews with nurses, patients and families about their experiences of rapport and inter-connectedness in the context of palliative care. By means of thematic analysis identifies major themes and associated emotions deriving from connectedness or disconnectedness. Links rapport and connection to holistic care.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1644
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Author (up) Goodyear, Kathryn Ann
Title Talking about menopause: exploring the lived experience of menopause for nurses Type Book Whole
Year 2018 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 135 p.
Keywords Menopause; Ageing; Nurses; Surveys
Abstract Explores through semi-structured, in-depth interviews how 11 nurses working at Christchurch Hospital experienced menopause in the workplace and in their personal lives. Uses thematic analysis to highlight how the stigma surrounding menopause led to the nurses' fear of being treated as a menopausal woman, rather than as a professional.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1646
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Author (up) Green, Cheryl
Title Medication simulation: enhancing nursing students' clinical environmental awareness through self-care and promotion of patient safety Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue 25 Pages 37-51
Keywords Nursing students; Patient safety; Medication error; Stress; Anxiety; Distraction; Simulation; Aromatherapy; Exercise; Sleep; Nutrition; Positive affirmations
Abstract Undertakes an evidence-based practice pilot project to examine the effectiveness of simulation-based learning in teaching nursing students to become aware of the role of stress, anxiety and distraction in medication errors. Stresses the importance of medication-error prevention at the pre-licensure level, by increasing awareness of patient safety culture. Notes the need to teach nursing students self-awareness of the distractions and stresses within the clinical environment and therefore the need for self-care to avoid medication error.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1612
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Author (up) Haji Vahabzadeh, Ali
Title Optimal Allocation of Intensive Care Unit nurses to Patient-At-Risk-Team Type Book Whole
Year 2018 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 224 p.
Keywords Intensive Care Units; Intensive care nursing; Patients; Mortality; Health economics
Abstract Explains the need for nurse-led Patient-at-Risk-Teams(PART) to prevent unnecessary ICU admissions. Investigates which nurse allocation policy between PART and ICU would result in the best outcomes for patients and hospitals. Provides econometric models to estimate the impact of critical care nurses on hospital length of stay. Proposes queueing and simulation models to obtain the optimal nurse allocation policy for minimising the ICU mortality rate. Validates proposed models at Middlemore Hospital from 2015 to 2016. Estimates the financial and mortality impact of allocating another nurse to PART per shift.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1647
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Author (up) Hales, Caz; Curran, Nicky; Vries, Kay de
Title Morbidly obese patients' experiences of mobility during hospitalisation Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 34 Issue 1 Pages 20-31
Keywords Morbid Obesity; Mobility; Bariatric care; Hospitalisation; Rehabilitation
Abstract Examines the mobility experiences and needs of morbidly-obese patients before and during hospital admission. Undertakes semi-structured interviews with seven morbidly obese patients. Identifies two categories of mobility problems: 'compromised pre-existing mobility', with a subcategory of 'accessing services prior to admission' and 'mobilisation difficulties during hospitalisation', with a subcategory of 'dissonance between dependency and need for assistance'. Recommends bariatric-care pathways for the morbidly-obese patient.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1591
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Author (up) Hart, Maria
Title Reducing poverty by addressing equity with a focus on prenatal alcohol exposure and inter-generational trauma: Identify, address and remove systemic barriers Type Report
Year 2018 Publication Margaret May Blackwell Travel Study Fellowship Report Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 53 p.
Keywords Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder; Alcoholism; Pregnancy; Inter-generational trauma; Child health nursing; Community health nursing; Health education; Women's health; Maori health
Abstract Travels to Australia and Canada to examine public health efforts in those countries to inform pregnant women about the risks of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), particularly among indigenous populations. Studies regional initiatives around NZ to inform the establishment of a preventive and assessment programme in the Bay of Plenty DHB.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1664
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Author (up) Houston, Gail
Title The impacts for the registered nurses of the New Entry to Specialty Practice Mental Health and Addiction Nursing Programme, of the programme, on their personal and professional development Type Book Whole
Year 2018 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 123 p.
Keywords Mental health nursing; Addicition nursing; Nursing education; Registered nurses; Professional development; Nurse Entry to Specialty Practice (NESP)
Abstract Explores the impact on nurses three to six years after completion of the New Entry to Specialty Practice (NESP) Programme. Thematically analyses in-depth, semi-structured interviews to identify the aspects of personal and professional development affected by the programme, using a qualitative descriptive approach. Focuses on four key themes: well set up; thinking differently; inter-connectedness; and reciprocation.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1641
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Author (up) Hughes, Kerri-Ann; Carryer, Jennifer; Boldy, Duncan; Jones, Mark; Gower, Shelley
Title Attributes of an effective nurse manager in New Zealand: An analysis of nurse manager perceptions Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 34 Issue 2 Pages 27-37
Keywords Nurse manager; Skills and attributes; Managerial effectiveness
Abstract Analyses nurse managers' perceptions of those attributes they consider important to achieve managerial effectiveness in the New Zealand context. Conducts a quantitative study using a pre-coded survey questionnaire with 149 nurse managers. Identifies managerial effectiveness attributes using an effectiveness dimensions ranking tool, comprising four groups of co-dependent skill dimensions.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1604
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Author (up) Hughes, Margaret; Kirk, Ray; Dixon, Alison
Title Direction and delegation for New Zealand nurses Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Kai Tiaki Nursing Research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 9 Issue 1 Pages 36-37
Keywords Direction; Delegation; Enrolled nurses; Registered nurses
Abstract Investigates how enrolled nurses (EN) and registered nurses (RN) perceive their experiences of direction and delegation. Employs narrative enquiry to describe communication during direction and delegation interactions.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1598
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Author (up) Hughes, Margaret; Kirk, Ray; Dixon, Alison
Title New Zealand nurses' storied experiences of direction and delegation Type Journal Article
Year 2018 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal
Volume 34 Issue 3 Pages 32-45
Keywords Direction; Delegation; Teamwork; Enrolled Nurses; Registered Nurses
Abstract Explores nurses' perceptions about their everyday direction and delegation interactions using a narrative inquiry approach. Invites Registered Nurses (RN)and Enrolled Nurses (EN) who hold a practising certificate, are employed in Canterbury, and registered with the Nursing Council, to participate in this research. Presents 8 narratives that highlight the nature of teamwork, the importance of communication, and the need for a delegation relationship.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1607
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Author (up) Hutton, Gemma
Title How do rural nurse specialists in South Westland perceive their personal safety whilst working in isolation? Type Book Whole
Year 2018 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume Issue Pages 97 p.
Keywords Rural nursing; Personal safety; Rural conditions
Abstract Identifies how rural nurse specialists (RNS) working in South Westland (SW) perceiver their personal safety in a rural environment as compared with an urban one. Uses a focus group to explore RNS responses and to identify the following themes related to safety in isolated environments: community, pressure to perform, and luck versus planning for safety. Suggests recommendations for future practice.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1665
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