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Sue, K., Lee, T. W., & Kim, G. S. and others. (2021). Nurses in advanced roles as a strategy for equitable access to healthcare in the WHO Western Pacific region: a mixed methods study. Human Resources for Health, 19(1). Retrieved May 12, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1186/s12960-021-00555-6
Abstract: Investigates current responsibilities of nurses in advanced roles (NAR) in the Western Pacific. Uses a Delphi survey to identify key barriers and challenges for enhancing role development within the country and the region. Conducts semi-structured individual interviews with 55 national experts from clinical, academic and/or governmental backgrounds in 18 countries, to identify strategies for establishing nurses in advanced roles to improve equitable access to healthcare in the region.
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Rook, H., Hales, C., Milligan, K., & Jones, M. (2021). Dr Jill Wilkinson's discourse analysis of the sources of power and agency for nursing. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 37(1). Retrieved May 12, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.36951/27034542.2021.012
Abstract: Highlights two articles written by Jill Wilkinson in 2008 pertaining to the Ministerial Taskforce on Nursing in 1998, in which she discusses the conflict between autonomy and unionism in nursing and the development of the nurse practitioner (NP) role. Considers the ongoing challenges to establish NP toles in mainstream health services.
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Czuba, K. J. (2021). Improving outcomes for support workers in aged care. Ph.D. thesis, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland. Retrieved May 12, 2024, from http://hdl.handle.net/10292/14224
Abstract: Describes a rigorous and structured approach to development of an evidence-based e-mentoring intervention for NZ aged care support workers. Establishes the conceptual and theoretical bases to define the peer-mentoring intervention protocol, and investigates its feasibility and acceptability. Considers the evidence for improving psychosocial outcomes and turnover rates for support workers in the development of the WeCare Mentoring Programme.
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Hughes, F., Blackwell, A., Bish, T., Chalmers, C., Foulkes, K., Irvine, L., et al. (2021). The coming of age: Aged residential care nursing in Aotearoa New Zealand in the times of COVID-19. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 37(3). Retrieved May 12, 2024, from www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Provides a commentary on the work of executive nurses within the Nursing Leadership Group of the New Zealand Aged Care Association as COVID-19 spread into some aged residential care (ARC) facilities in early 2020 and threatened the health and wellbeing of many residents and nurses. Examines how the Group influenced the agenda and implementation of policies for ARC and brought the voice of nursing and residents of aged care to the forefront at national and regional levels.
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McChesney, R., & McClunie-Trust, P. (2021). Anticipatory prescribing in community palliative and end-of-life care: a realist review. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 12(1), 32–43.
Abstract: Argues that anticipatory prescribing and an interdisciplinary workforce could transform primary palliative care. Aims to identify the factors influencing such prescribing in palliative and end-of-life community care. Conducts a meta-synthesis of 7 primary research studies using a critical realist framework. Identifies expertise, teamwork and prioritisation as the factors influencing anitcipatory prescribing in end-of-life care.
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Manson, L. M. (2021). Te Ao Maori: Maori nurses' perspectives on assisted dying and the Te Ao Maori cultural considerations required to guide nursing practice. Master's thesis, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland. Retrieved May 12, 2024, from https://www.nzno.org.nz/resources/library/theses
Abstract: Explores, through kaupapa Māori (Māori ideology) research principles, the fundamental concepts guiding ten Māori nurses working in end-of-life care settings. Identifies the concepts of whanaungatanga (establishing connections), manaakitanga (generosity and care for others), and kaitiakitanga (guardianship) as central to the practice of these Māori nurses along with the ethical principles of tika (the right way), pono (honesty) and aroha (generosity of spirit). Describes how these concepts and principles shape how these Māori nurses cared for their Māori patients and whānau, and for themselves. Stresses the need for the health system to better understand the Maori world view on death and dying.
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Neville, S., Montayre, J., Napier, S., Macdiarmid, R., Holroyd, E., Britnell, S., et al. (2021). Blended Learning in Aotearoa New Zealand and Australian programmes that lead to registration as a nurse: an integrative review. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 37(2). Retrieved May 12, 2024, from www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Updates what is currently known about blended learning -- the combination of online and face-to-face tuition -- within the NZ and Australian nursing education context, generating new perspectives to inform the evidence-based use of blended learning. Conducts an integrative review, summarising findings in five categories: definitions, teacher qualities; benefits, challenges, and future considerations.
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Hackney, L. H. (2021). Examining the relationship between coping strategies, burnout, bullying, and distress in Registered Nurses working in intensive care and progressive care. Master's thesis, University of Otago, Christchurch. Retrieved May 12, 2024, from http://hdl.handle.net/10523/12778
Abstract: Expands on existing research on the impact of coping constructs, derived from coping theory, on the inter-related issues of burnout, bullying, and psychological distress in RNs working in acute hospital settings, specifically Intensive Care Units (ICU) and Surgical Progressive Care Units (SPCU). Aims to demonstrate a positive relationship between burnout and bullying. Uses a quantitative cross-sectional design, collecting data via electronic questionnaire from RNs working in Christchurch Hospital's ICU and SPCU.
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Foster, M. J., Al-Modaq, M., Carter, B., Neill, S., O'Sullivan, T., Quaye, A. A., et al. (2021). Seeing lockdown through the eyes of children from around the world: Reflecting on a children's artwork project. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 37(3). Retrieved May 12, 2024, from www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Illustrates the impact of the pandemic and children's experiences of lockdowns through their artwork. Describes a cross-cultural project in which members of the International Network for Child and Family-Centered Care collaborated to elicit children's responses to being locked down, compiling their artistic expressions into an eBook. Invites child and family nurses to use the insights provided to inform their interactions with children.
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Chiyesu, W., & Rasmussen, S. (2021). Influence of a pulmonary rehabilitation education programme on health outcimes for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 12(1), 49–59.
Abstract: Considers whether the education component in a pulmonary rehabilitation programme (PRP) influences health outcomes for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients. Performs an integrative review of literature to integrate results from qualitative, quantitative and mixed-methods articles. Highlights the following concepts: disease knowledge, knowledge in relation to self-management, and the relationship between knowledge and education.
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Hales, C., Harris, D., & Rook, H. (2021). Nursing Aotearoa New Zealand and the establishment of the National Close-Contact Service: A critical discussion. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 37(3). Retrieved May 12, 2024, from www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Using exemplars, and the themes of shared human vulnerability and professional authority, this critical discussion draws on theoretical and philosophical nursing perspectives to demonstrate the authors' involvement in the establishment of the National Close-Contact Service (NCCS).
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Lockett, J. (2021). Emergency Department pandemic preparedness: Putting research into action. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 37(3). Retrieved May 12, 2024, from www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Reflects on the introduction of COVID-19 screening protocols for all patients and visitors accessing the Emergency Department (ED) of the hospital where the author was on the senior leadership team. Having just completed research into the perspectives of emergency nurses on pandemic preparedness, shows how these perspectives were incorporated into the protocols.
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Collins, E., & Honey, M. (2021). Access as an enabler and an obstacle to nurses' use of ICT during the COVID-19 pandemic: Results of a national survey. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 37(3). Retrieved May 12, 2024, from www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Conducts an exploratory study to understand nurses' use of technology during the COVID-19 lockdown, in particular which information and communication technologies (ICT) were being used and how nurses felt about using ICT in their practice. Selects an anonymous online survey, with both open- and closed-ended questions, as a safe data-collection method during level 3 lockdown (from March to May 2020), via social media and email networks. Analyses 220 responses from nurses regarding access issues with ICT, with technical support, connectivity, and with patients and colleagues.
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Clark, T. C., Best, O., Bearskin, M. L. B., Wilson, D., Power, T., Phillips-Beck, W., et al. (2021). COVID-19 among Indigenous communities: Case studies on Indigenous nursing responses in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United States. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 37(3). Retrieved May 12, 2024, from www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Presents case studies from NZ, Australia, Canada, and the United States of America, exploring aspects of government policies, public health actions, and indigenous nursing leadership, for indigenous communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Demonstrates that indigenous self-determination, data sovereignty, and holistic approaches to pandemic responses should inform vaccination strategies and pandemic readiness plans.
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Smith, A., Fereti, S. 'a, & Adams, S. (2021). Inequities and perspectives from the COVID-Delta outbreak: the imperative for strengthening the Pacific nursing workforce in Aotearoa New Zealand. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 37(3). Retrieved May 12, 2024, from www.nursingpraxis.org
Abstract: Provides an overview of the COVID-19 pandemic in relation to Pacific communities, in order to identify the lessons for the health system and the Pacific nursing workforce. Cites data to show inequities for Pacific communities before and during the pandemic, to highlight the opportunities missed for prioritising them in the pandemic response. Reflects on the nursing response to COVID-19 in those Pacific communities, particularly the contribution of Pacific nurses, and how to strengthen the Pacific nursing workforce in the future.
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