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Author Huntington, A.D.; Gilmour, J.A. openurl 
  Title A life shaped by pain: Women and endometriosis Type Journal Article
  Year 2005 Publication Journal of Clinical Nursing Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 14 Issue 9 Pages 1124-1132  
  Keywords Female; Diseases; Nurse practitioners; Pain management; Endometriosis; Feminist critique  
  Abstract The research aim was to explore women's perceptions of living with endometriosis, its effects on their lives and the strategies used to manage their disease. A qualitative research design informed by feminist research principles was chosen for this project. Eighteen women agreed to take part in the research. The individual, audio taped interviews were semi-structured and interactive. The interviews were analysed using a thematic analysis approach. The dominant feature of data from the interviews was the experience of severe and chronic pain impacting on all aspects of life. Analysis related to pain resulted in four themes: manifestations of pain, the pain trajectory, intractable pain and controlling pain. The diagnostic process typically took 5-10 years indicating that primary health care practitioners need higher levels of 'suspicion' for this condition. Case studies and problem-based scenarios focusing on endometriosis in health professional education programmes would enhance diagnostic skills and knowledge development. No formal pain management follow up after diagnosis and treatment meant women actively sought information from other sources as they made major lifestyle changes in the areas of activity and nutrition. Pain management services specifically for women with endometriosis would provide much needed support with this neglected aspect of the disease. The authors conclude this is an area for the development of the nurse practitioner role which, also drawing on the considerable collective expertise of women with endometriosis, could provide significant information and support for women as they manage this highly complex condition.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 940  
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Author Diers, D. openurl 
  Title “Noses and eyes”: Nurse practitioners in New Zealand Type Journal Article
  Year 2008 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 24 Issue 1 (Mar) Pages 4-10  
  Keywords Cross-cultural comparison; Nurse practitioners; History of nursing  
  Abstract Principles for understanding and evolving nurse practitioner practice, politics and policy are distilled from 40 years of experience in the United States and Australia. The issues in all countries are remarkably similar. The author suggests that some historical and conceptual grounding may assist the continuing development of this expanded role for nursing in New Zealand.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 965  
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Author Smith, M.C. openurl 
  Title Reviewing the role of a mental health nurse practitioner Type Journal Article
  Year 2008 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 14 Issue 3 Pages 20-22  
  Keywords Psychiatric Nursing; Nurse practitioners; Evaluation research; Professional competence  
  Abstract The author describes his experience of five years as a nurse practitioner in mental health at Waikato District Health Board. A recent review of the role gave him the opportunity to reflect on the learning associated with assuming the nurse practitioner role. A key area of learning has been in negotiating the shifting responsibilities and changing relationships associated with his role as an nurse practitioner and also as a Responsible Clinician, a role traditionally held by psychiatrists. The Responsible Clinician role is a statutory one under the Mental Health Act (1992), generally performed by psychiatrists but open to other suitably qualified professionals. He reports the results of a review based on feedback from fellow professionals, clients and their families, along with quantitative data from basic statistics connected to the role, such as a time and motion study. The review asked fellow professionals to rate the performance of the nurse practitioner against the Nursing Council competencies. These results indicate the nurse practitioner role is of some value and that other professionals and clients seem satisfied with the role. There is some evidence it is delivering outcomes acceptable to clients and other professionals. The study has many limitations which are discussed, such as a poor response rate and short time frame. Further research is planned to evaluate this role.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 993  
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Author Hales, A.; Dignam, D. openurl 
  Title Nurse prescribing lessons from the US Type Journal Article
  Year 2002 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 8 Issue 10 Pages 12-15  
  Keywords Nurse practitioners; Prescriptive authority; Cross-cultural comparison; Advanced nursing practice; Education  
  Abstract The researchers present a survey of a sample population of 32 advanced practice nurses (APN) in the US about their experiences of acquiring and implementing prescriptive authority. The issues relevant to nurse practitioners in New Zealand are discussed, around acquiring knowledge and education, relationships with other professionals, establishing the role, and retaining the nursing role. The intent and scope of APN prescribing in the US is also discussed.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1007  
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Author Milligan, K.; Neville, S.J. openurl 
  Title Health assessment and its relationship to nursing practice in New Zealand Type Journal Article
  Year 2001 Publication Contemporary Nurse Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 10 Issue 1/2 Pages 7-11  
  Keywords Nursing; Education; Professional competence; Nurse practitioners; Cross-cultural comparison  
  Abstract This article draws on Australian experience to gain insight to three specific areas of health assessment that are topical in New Zealand, which has recently introduced the concept into nursing training. The issues are annual registration based on evidence of competence to practice, a review of undergraduate curricula, and the development of nurse practitioner/advanced nurse practitioner roles. The meaning of the concept 'health assessment' is also clarified in order to provide consistency as new initiatives in nursing are currently being developed.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1090  
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Author Speed, G. openurl 
  Title Advanced nurse practice Type Journal Article
  Year 2003 Publication Nursing dialogue: A Professional Journal for nurses Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 10 Issue Pages 6-12  
  Keywords Nurse practitioners; Cross-cultural comparison; Law and legislation; Advanced nursing practice  
  Abstract The concept and characteristics of advanced nursing practice in New Zealand and overseas is compared with the nurse practitioner role. There is an international debate over definitions of advanced nursing and the range of roles that have developed. The rationale for the nurse practitioner role in New Zealand is examined, along with the associated legislation currently before Parliament. Job titles and roles of nurses within the Waikato Hospital intensive care unit are discussed and ways of developing the role of nurse practitioner are presented.  
  Call Number NRSNZNO @ research @ Serial 1096  
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Author Litchfield, M. openurl 
  Title Professional development: Developing a new model of integrated care Type Journal Article
  Year 1998 Publication Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 4 Issue 9 Pages 23-25  
  Keywords Nursing models; Nurse practitioners; Policy; Nurse-family relations  
  Abstract An overview of the model of nursing practice and nurse roles derived through a programme of nursing research in the context of the policy and strategies directing developments in the New Zealand health system. The emphsis was on the health service configuration model presented diagrammatically to show the position of a new role of family nurse with a distinct form of practice forming the hub.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1324  
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Author Wilkinson, Jillian Ann openurl 
  Title Ministerial Taskforce on Nursing : a struggle for control Type Journal Article
  Year 2008 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 24 Issue 3 Pages 5-16  
  Keywords Nurse practitioner; Politics; Autonomy; Unionism  
  Abstract Traces the constitution and work of the Taskforce, along with the struggle that arose between nursing groups for power to control the future of advanced nursing practice. Backgrounds the factors that led to the withdrawal of the NZ Nurses' Organisation (NZNO) from the Taskforce.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1435  
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Author Wilkinson, Jillian Ann openurl 
  Title Constructing consensus : developing an advanced nursing practice role Type Journal Article
  Year 2008 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 24 Issue 3 Pages 17-26  
  Keywords Nurse practitioner; Consensus; Autonomy; Unionism  
  Abstract Presents a study using a discourse analytical approach to trace the ongoing struggle between nursing groups for power to control the future of advanced nursing practice. Outlines the political discourses dominant in nursing during the period that led to the Nursing Council of New Zealand having regulatory control of the nurse practitioner role.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1436  
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Author Nelson, Katherine M; Connor, Margaret; Alcorn, Gillian D openurl 
  Title Innovative nursing leadership in youth health Type Journal Article
  Year 2009 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 25 Issue 1 Pages 27-37  
  Keywords Clinical leadership; Innovation; Youth health; Nurse practitioner; Primary health care  
  Abstract Looks one of the eleven health care nursing innovation projects funded by the Ministry of Health: Vibe Youth Transition Services, located in the Hutt Valley, formerly known as the Hutt Valley Youth Service. Highlights the leadership role provided by the nurse practitioner (NP) which led to youth health and development nationally.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1441  
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Author Unac, Fiona; Marshall, Bob; Crawford, Ruth openurl 
  Title Nurse practitioner access to radiology and laboratory ser Type Journal Article
  Year 2010 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 26 Issue 1 Pages 27-37  
  Keywords NZ nurse practitioner; Radiology tests; Laboratory tests; Barriers  
  Abstract Reports the findings of a quantitative descriptive survey of all NZ registered nurse practitioners (NPs), exploring NP access to radiology and laboratory services in 2008. Identifies the types of diagnostic tests NPs order from either laboratory or radiology services and the obstacles they face.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1453  
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Author Lim, Anecita Gigi; North, Nicola; Shaw, John openurl 
  Title Nurse prescribing : the New Zealand context Type Journal Article
  Year 2014 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 30 Issue 2 Pages 18-27  
  Keywords Nurse prescribing; Authorised prescribing; Nurse practitioner; Patient safety; Prescribing education  
  Abstract Examines the introduction of nurse prescribing in NZ with respect to the level of knowledge and skills required of practitioners for safe prescribing. Compares experiences in NZ with those in the US, UK, and Canada. Critiques the higher educational model as the standard for preparation to prescribe, while supporting alternative models for extending prescribing rights.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1493  
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Author Adams, Sue; Carryer, Jenny; Wilkinson, Jillian Ann openurl 
  Title Institutional ethnography : an emerging approach for health and nursing research Type Journal Article
  Year 2015 Publication Nursing Praxis in New Zealand Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 31 Issue 1 Pages 18-26  
  Keywords Institutional ethnography; Ruling relations; Nurse practitioners; Health research; Sociological inquiry  
  Abstract Introduces institutional ethnography as an approach to sociological inquiry for health and nursing research in NZ. Provides an overview, introducing key concepts, and describing how institutional ethnography is used in research on the establishment of nurse practitioners and their services in rural primary health care.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1499  
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Author Holloway, Kathryn T url  openurl
  Title Development of a specialist nursing framework for New Zealand Type Report
  Year 2011 Publication Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume Issue Pages 212  
  Keywords Nurse practitioners; Nurse specialists; Workforce planning  
  Abstract Expresses concern that inconsistent specialist nursing workforce planning and pathways for nursing practice development will adversely affect needed service provision for the population. Reports the outcomes of research, which suggests an alternate approach through the development of a single unified capability framework for specialist nursing practice in NZ. Uses a qualitative descriptive and exploratory multi-method enquiry approach to review extant understandings and develop a consensus framework, identifying the essential elements required for a single national framework for specialist nursing in NZ. Widens the understanding of a more holistic approach to specialist nursing development, which holds great promise for the specialist nursing workforce in NZ and internationally.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1506  
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Author McElroy, Jennifer url  openurl
  Title Maternity outcomes and access following regulatory changes for Isotretinoin prescribing in New Zealand Type Book Whole
  Year Publication Abbreviated Journal (down)  
  Volume 2017 Issue Pages 108 p.  
  Keywords Isotretinoin; Primary health care providers; Nurse practitioners; Nurse prescribing; Special Authority; Decision Support Tools; Funded Access  
  Abstract Analyses retrospective prescription data for the years 2007-2015 to determine how access to isotretinoin altered before and after funded access was extended from dermatologists to include GPs and nurse practitioners who obtained a Special Authority. Assesses maternity outcomes for females dispensed the drug with regard to pregnancy terminations and isotretinoin-exposed live births. Examines outcomes based on type of prescriber and use or otherwise of the Best Practice Advocacy Centre (BPAC) electronic isotretinoin decision-support tool.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1586  
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