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Hylton, J. A. (2005). Relearning how to learn: Enrolled nurse transition to degree at a New Zealand rural satellite campus. Nurse Education Today, 25(7), 519–526.
Abstract: This paper reports a study that examined the factors that assisted or hindered the transition of a group of enrolled nurses to registration/degree programmes, via a flexible course developed by a North Island tertiary institution. The study follows ten enrolled nurses, primarily Maori and working in rural settings, as they continued to work while studying at a small satellite campus. The study was exploratory and descriptive, and utilised focus group interviews. Two major categories emerged from comparative analysis of the data. One category entitled 'relearning how to learn', demonstrated the cognitive and behavioural adaptations made and is the focus of this paper. The other category 'barriers and catapults', demonstrated the physical and environmental factors that influenced the students' transition but is outside the scope of this paper. Recent changes in New Zealand nursing education have witnessed the clarification of scopes of nursing practice and the controversial development of a new Certificate in Health Science (Nurse Assistant). Currently enrolled nurses are again facing threats to employment and it is envisaged that many will be seeking to undertake transition to registered nurse in the near future.
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Blair, W. (2021). Nurses' recognition and response to unsafe practice by their peers. Ph.D. thesis, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia. Retrieved May 20, 2024, from http://hdl.handle.net/1959.13/1422832
Abstract: Uses a mixed-methods approach to identify the behaviours and cues that nurses recognise as indicators of unsafe practice. Details those factors that influence unsafe practice. Reports the actions and responses taken by nurses who encounter unsafe practice by their peers. Conducts surveys of nurses about their perceptions of unsafe practice and the organisational practices and policies for its prevention.
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Jamieson, I. (2012). What are the views of Generation Y New Zealand Registered Nurses towards nursing, work and career?: a descriptive exploratory study. Doctoral thesis, University of Canterbury, Christchurch.
Abstract: Undertakes a descriptive exploratory study to ascertain the views of Generation Y NZ Registered Nurses (Gen Y nurses) towards nursing, work and career. Little empirical data exists about why young New Zealanders choose to become nurses in the 21st century. Further, little is known about their future career plans or their intentions to remain in the nursing workforce. Conducts a nationwide on-line survey of 358 Gen Y nurses from late 2009 to early 2010. Reports key findings: young NZ nurses are driven by traditional values of altruism, the desire to care for others, the ability to work closely with people, as well as being able to make a strong contribution to society when deciding to become a nurse, while seeking interesting, challenging and exciting work. Job security, the ongoing demand for nurses, the ability to leave and return, as well as the ability to combine work and family, are also important factors that help them to choose to become nurses.
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Hughes, M. E. (2017). Nurses' storied experiences of direction and delegation. Ph.D. thesis, University of Canterbury, Christchurch. Retrieved May 20, 2024, from http://www.nzno.org.nz/resources/library/theses
Abstract: Offers a NZ perspective on direction and delegation, a professional competency required of all NZ nurses. Explores nurses' perceptions about their direction and delegation experiences using a narrative approach, reflecting the importance of story in nursing. Uses the methodology and methods of narrative research to uncover how Enrolled and Registered Nurses understand the knowledge, skills and attitudes required during delegation interactions and how they applied this understanding to their communication. Identifies eight patterns, presented as eight narratives, that emerged from interviews with Enrolled and Registered Nurses, and the implications for nursing practice, research, policy design, and nursing education.
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Jamieson, I. (2012). What are the views of Generation Y New Zealand Registered Nurses towards nursing, work and career?: A descriptive exploratory study. Ph.D. thesis, University of Canterbury, Christchurch.
Abstract: The author has taken a broad approach to this research to explore the views of Generation Y New Zealand Registered Nurses towards the nursing profession, the work itself and their career plans. This study arose out of the author?s interest in health care workforce planning for nursing and in particular the retention of young nurses given the current national and global shortage of nurses. Because of the broad and descriptive nature of the research, a wide variety of topics are included in the literature reviewed.
Chapter one provides background to the study and an overview of generational cohorts.
Chapter two explores selected literature relevant to the concept of work and the characteristics of the Generation Y workforce.
Other topics included in this chapter include Herzberg?s work motivation hygiene/maintenance theory and a selection of literature about key workforce recruitment and retention issues.
A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences
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Kussmaul, J. (2020). An investigation of occupational health and safety workplaces and working conditions in comparison to nursing care quality in residential aged care facilities (RACFs) in New Zealand. Doctoral thesis, University of Auckland, Auckland. Retrieved May 20, 2024, from http://hdl.handle.net/2292/50165
Abstract: Identifies critical factors related to the occupational health and safety of workplaces and working conditions in residential aged-care facilities (RACF), from the perspective of nursing staff. Correlates quality indicators for occupational health and safety for workplaces and in working conditions with nursing care quality based on the InterRAI Clinical Assessment Protocols (CAP). Uses a mixed-method approach to conduct an audit of workplace health and safety and environmental conditions in 17 RACFs. Surveys 398 registered nurses (RN), enrolled nurses (EN), and Healthcare Assistants (HCA) about the mental and physical stressors in their work.
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Budge, C., Carryer, J. B., & Wood, S. (2003). Health correlates of autonomy, control and professional relationships in the nursing work environment. Journal of Advanced Nursing, 42(3), 260–268.
Abstract: The aim of this study was to examine nursing in New Zealand and to see whether aspects of the work environment are associated with health status. A total of 225 registered nurses in a general hospital completed the Revised Nursing Work Index (NWI-R) and Medical Outcomes Study (MOS) 36-Item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36). Ratings indicated that the New Zealand hospital environment was characterized by less autonomy and control and better nurse-physician relations than in USA hospitals. Results of correlations demonstrated that more positive ratings of the three workplace attributes were associated with better health status amongst the nurses. The results of regression analyses were indicative either of a confounding relationship or of a mediating relationship such that nurses' relations with physicians, administration and other departments mediate the associations between autonomy, control and health status.
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North, N. (2007). International nurse migration: Impacts on New Zealand. Policy, Politics, & Nursing Practice, 8(3), 220–228.
Abstract: Nurse migration flows in and out of New Zealand are examined to determine impacts and regional contexts. A descriptive statistics method was used to analyse secondary data on nurses added to the register, New Zealand nurse qualifications verified by overseas authorities, nursing workforce data, and census data. It found that international movement of nurses was minimal during the 1990s, but from 2001 a sharp jump in the verification of locally registered nurses by overseas authorities coincided with an equivalent increase in international registered nurses added to the local nursing register. This pattern has been sustained to the present. Movement of local registered nurses to Australia is expedited by the Trans-Tasman Agreement, whereas entry of international registered nurses to New Zealand is facilitated by nursing being an identified “priority occupation”. The author concludes that future research needs to consider health system and nurse workforce contexts and take a regional perspective on migration patterns.
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Simon, V. N. (2006). Characterising Maori nursing practice. Contemporary Nurse, 22(2), 203–213.
Abstract: This paper summarises research which addresses the question What might constitute Maori nursing practice? The research design adopted was influenced by kaupapa Maori methodology and used a semi-structured, qualitative, in-depth interview process. It was found that by understanding the current experiences of Maori registered nurses, their reflections on their preparation for practice, and their current practice, it is possible to identify the present and future training and practice needs of Maori nurses. Maori nursing practice can be characterised as having five features: the promotion of cultural affirmation including cultural awareness and identity; the support of, and access to Maori networks; the adoption of Maori models of health; the enabling of visibility and pro-activity as Maori nurses; and, the validation of Maori nurses as effective health professionals. Three recommendations for promoting Maori nursing practice are made in relation to staff in the workplace and in nurse education programmes: all nursing staff need to be alert to: 1. the impact of western scientific models on Maori healthcare; 2. the (often passive) non-acceptance of Maori within mainstream institutions; and iii) the benefits of valuing indigenous nursing programmes.
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Hylton, A. (2019). Nurses' knowledge and attitudes regarding pain. Master's thesis, University of Otago, Dunedin. Retrieved May 20, 2024, from http://hdl.handle.net/10523/9447
Abstract: Surveys the knowledge and attitudes of registered nurses (RNs) regarding pain management in the care of the post-operative patient, across five District Health Boards (DHBs). Collects data using a modified version of the Knowledge and Attitudes Survey Regarding Pain (KASRP) tool (Ferrell & McCaffery, 2014), in a cross-sectional descriptive non-experimental design.
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Hinvest, K. (2020). The meaning of nurses' caring for clinically-deteriorating patients. Master's thesis, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland. Retrieved May 20, 2024, from http://hdl.handle.net/10292/13140
Abstract: Reveals and explores the stories of ten Registered Nurses working in Acute Assessment Units caring for clinically-deteriorating patients. Uses the perspectives of hermeneutic phenomenology to explore the meaning of nurses caring for such patients. Conducts semi-structured interviews with the RNs identifying three main themes.
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Vuorinen, M. (2017). Registered nurses' experiences with, and feelings and attitudes towards, interRAI-LTCF in New Zealand in 2017. Master's thesis, Massey University, Albany. Retrieved May 20, 2024, from http://hdl.handle.net/10179/13380
Abstract: Conducts 12 interviews with Registered Nurses (RN) 18 months after the International Resident Assessment Instrument for Long-Term Care Facilities (interRAI-LTCF) became mandatory in NZ. Bases the interviews on a United Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model. Analyses the benefits and drawbacks of InterRAI-LTCF according to RN experience, and what they feel would improve the system.
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Crogan, P. A. (2010). Nurses' perceptions of their role in quality improvement change. Master's thesis, University of Auckland, Auckland.
Abstract: Explores how nurses perceive quality improvement (QI) change, determines what is needed for nursing to further contribute to QI change and identifies the potential disconnect between the two. Undertakes a sequential, mixed-methods approach, using a questionnaire followed by a focus group representing 10 per cent of RNs at Middlemore Hospital.
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Ingram, L. (2021). There is more than one way of nursing : new graduate nurses' experiences of their first year of practice. Master's thesis, Massey University, Albany. Retrieved May 20, 2024, from http://hdl.handle.net/10179/17143
Abstract: Undertakes to explain the experiences of new graduate registered nurses (NGRN) undertaking a nurse entry-to-practice programme (NETP). Uses focus group data to construct a theory of NGRN experience, utilising constructivist grounded theory method. Interviews NGRNs in the Waikato DHB NETP, which uses a bicultural model. Concludes that NGRNs value culture in assessing patient need. Identifies barriers to valuing patients' culture from short staffing, stress and fear, work pressuress, and lack of insight into the cultural needs of patients from team members.
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Sharma, M. (2020). An exploration of the experiences of registered nurses working in aged residential care facilities regarding interRAI: A qualitative research design. Master's thesis, University of Otago, Dunedin. Retrieved May 20, 2024, from http://hdl.handle.net/10523/10009
Abstract: Assesses the experiences of registered nurses (RNs)working in aged residential care facilities in Christchurch, in performing interRAI assessments using interRAI MOMENTUM software. Explores the positive and negative aspects of their experiences and the factors affecting performance of interRAI-based comprehensive health assessments. Identifies the aids and barriers faced by RNs in applying and using interRAI. Conducts focus-group interviews with 7 RNs. Highlights the need for a unified standard assessment system.
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