Ledesma-Libre, K. (2019). Factors influencing nurses' choice to work in mental health services for older people. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 10(1), 61–62.
Abstract: Explores what influences nurses to work in mental health services for older people (MHSOP)and what factors encourage those who did not choose this area of nursing, to continue in MHSOP. Includes nurses' positive and negative perceptions of MHSOP. Collects data via focus group discussions with 30 mental health nurses.
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Corner, K. (2020). Perceptions of Indian IQNs transitioning into a bachelor of nursing programme in New Zealand. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 11(1), 61–62.
Abstract: Aims to understand the experiences of Indian internationally-qualified nurses (IQN) making the transition into a NZ bachelor of nursing (BN) programme. Conducts a focus group with four Indian IQN students enrolled in an 18-month bridging course. Identifies four themes: adaptation to a new way of learning; cultural differences in living and working in NZ; adaptation to a different clinical environment; and cultural safety.
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McGinty, M., Poot, B., & Clarke, J. (2020). Registered nurse prescribing: A descriptive survey of prescribing practices in a single district health board in Aotearoa New Zealand. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 36(3). Retrieved July 9, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.36951/27034542.2020.014
Abstract: Surveys 11 RN prescribers working in cardiology, respiratory health, diabetes and primary care working in one DHB, about the medicines they prescribe for their areas of practice. Reveals the importance of regular updates to the list of medications available for RN prescribers.
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Teunissen, C., Burrell, B., & Maskill, V. (2020). Effective surgical teams: an integrative literature review. Western Journal of Nursing Research, 42(1). Retrieved July 9, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1177/0193945919834896
Abstract: Evaluates the aids and barriers for perioperative teams in functioning effectively, preventing adverse events, and fostering a culture of safety. Undertakes an integrative review of the literature. Highlights the role of theatre nurses in situational awareness (SA), running the theatre and assuming leadership of the team.
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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).
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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Woods, H. (2023). Oral history: a rich tapestry of information. Kaitiaki Nursing Research, 14(1), 62–64.
Abstract: Explains oral history, its types and best practice. Introduces the Oral History and Sound Collection at Turnbull Library, focusing on the Nursing Education and Research Foundation (NERF) special collection of oral history interviews with nurses, which arose out of the NERF Oral History Project. Provides examples of three oral history interview records from the collection.
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Crawford, R. (2019). Using focused ethnography in nursing research. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 10(1), 63–67.
Abstract: Details how the author employed focused ethnography in her doctoral research to investigate nurses' and parents' experience of emotional communication in the context of a children's unit of a regional hospital in NZ. Interviews 10 parents and 10 nurses after the children were discharged. Validates the ethnographic method as a means of inspecting the hidden as well as observable aspects of nurse-parent interaction.
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Harrison, I., & Mercer, C. (2021). Rapid antigen detection testing for diagnosis of group A streptococcus (GAS) in children. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 12(1), 63–65.
Abstract: Evaluates the use of the rapid antigen detection tests (RADT) to diagnose group A streptococcus (GAS) in children with pharyngitis symptoms. Suggests that using RADT for GAS as part of diagnostic screening my help to reduce rheumatic fever hospital admission rates.
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Litchfield, M. (2021). Nursing is -- and has -- a methodology: a nursing voice. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 12(1), 66–72.
Abstract: Argues that a nursing paradigm identifies and differentiates the nursing perspective on health, and reinterprets practical expertise. Posits that nurse researchers present their findings as practice wisdom. Suggests that the significance of nursing lies in its knowledgeable practitioners and that the nursing voice is a collective one. Emphasises the need for a distinctly nursing perspective on health in NZ.
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Sahil, Z. (2021). Are we able to retain nurses in New Zealand in the public health sector? Master's thesis, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland.
Abstract: Performs an integrative literature review to identify the causes of low retention rates among nurses, pinpointing both intrinsic and extrinsic factors, chief among them, low pay. Highlights the exacerbating effect of the pandemic on nursing retention.
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Quiding, J. (2021). Improving assessment inter-rater reliability of a nursing ePortfolio: An Integrative Review. Master's thesis, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland.
Abstract: Analyses 13 articles using an integrative review methodology framework and thematic analysis to support the data analysis process, seeking to clarify the inter-rater reliability of nursing ePortfolio assessment. Identifies two themes emerging from the data: the subjective nature of the assessor, and external factors due to the nature of nursing portfolio requirements. Considers how to minimise assessment variability due to subjective factors.
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Mathew, B. R. (2021). Systematic literature review of the major themes in New Zealand health informatics research. Master's thesis, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland.
Abstract: Uses a systematic literature review to identify the following themes in health informatics research: conceptualisation of health informatics; big data analytics (BDA) in health informatics; types of health information systems; history of health informatics; and teaching nursing informatics. Concentrates on devices, methods, and interventions needed to promote the attainment of big-data analytics in health informatics and its use in medical and health decision-making.
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Lesa, R. (2019). Personal experience of using a case study for a doctorate. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 10(1), 68–70.
Abstract: Draws on personal experience us using a case study for doctoral research. Presents practical insights into the process of designing a credible research case study based on the author's research into the experiences of third-year nursing students in simulation and clinical practice.
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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).
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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Harun, I., Trimmer, W., & Thompson, S. R. (2019). Identifying and managing the pre-hospital presentation of psychogenic non-epileptic seizures: a literature review. Whitireia Journal of Nursing, Health and Social Services, (26), 73–80.
Abstract: Performs a review of the literature on the topic to assist paramedics to identify and manage patients with psychogenic, non-epileptic seizures (PNES). Explores current pre-hospital practice in NZ and makes recommendations to improve health-care and outcomes in such patients.
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