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Lewer, D. |
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Analysing the Mental Health Act |
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Journal Article |
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1999 |
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Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
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5 |
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8 |
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14-16 |
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Psychiatric Nursing; Mental health; Law and legislation; Ethics |
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Changes brought by the Mental Health Act (MHA) to clinical practice, and some of the problems it has created for nurses, are examined in this article. Compulsory assessment and treatment orders (CATO) and the role of Duly Authorised Officers (DAO), and moral dilemmas that can arise as a consequence of CATOs used by DAOs are examined. The requirement for DAOs to act as patient advocates and to safeguard cultural beliefs are highlighted. The MHA promotes self responsibility and a treatment philosophy rather than detention of the mentally ill. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 1039 |
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1023 |
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Crowe, M.; Ward, N.; Dunnachie, B.; Roberts, M.H. |
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Title |
Characteristics of adolescent depression |
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Journal Article |
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2006 |
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International Journal of Mental Health Nursing |
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15 |
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1 |
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10-18 |
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Psychiatric Nursing; Mental health; Adolescents |
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This is a descriptive study of the characteristics of depression in a sample of 121 adolescents attending an outpatient specialist adolescent mental health service in New Zealand. The adolescents were required to complete two self-report measures to assess presence of depressive symptoms, severity of depression, and particular characteristics of the depression. The findings revealed that irritability was the most common characteristic along with other interpersonal and thought processing symptoms. It is important that mental health nurses are able to identify the specific characteristics of adolescent depression that may differ from adult depression in order to manage this patient population effectively. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 1065 |
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1050 |
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McKenna, B.; Simpson, A.I.F.; Coverdale, J. |
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Best practice management strategies for mental health nurses during the clinical application of civil commitment: An overview |
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2006 |
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Contemporary Nurse |
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21 |
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1 |
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62-70 |
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Psychiatric Nursing; Law and legislation; Nurse-patient relations; Patient satisfaction |
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The aim of this article is to outline best practice management strategies for nurses during the clinical application of civil commitment of mentally ill persons. A literature search on 'coercion' and 'civil commitment' was undertaken. Published and unpublished research undertaken by the authors in New Zealand on this topic was drawn upon. This research considered the use of civil commitment during admission to acute mental health services, acute forensic mental health services and community mental health services. The experience of coercion by service users coincides with the degree of restriction associated with the service they are involved in. Socio-demographic factors, clinical factors and the experience of coercive events have little bearing on the amount of coercion experienced. Rather, it is the pattern of communication and the use of 'procedural justice' that has the potential to ameliorate the amount of perceived coercion. The authors conclude that 'Procedural justice' aligns with the emphasis placed on the therapeutic relationship in mental health nursing and is an important consideration for nurses during the clinical application of civil commitment |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1051 |
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Codlin, K.C. |
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Mental health nurses and clinical supervision: A naturalistic comparison study into the effect of group clinical supervision on minor psychological disturbance, job satisfaction and work-related stress |
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2004 |
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University of Otago Library |
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Psychiatric Nursing; Clinical supervision; Stress; Job satisfaction; Mental health |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 845 |
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829 |
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Bishop, D.; Ford-Bruins, I. |
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Nurses' perceptions of mental health assessment in an acute inpatient setting in New Zealand: A qualitative study |
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Journal Article |
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Year |
2003 |
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International Journal of Mental Health Nursing |
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12 |
Issue |
3 |
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203-212 |
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Psychiatric Nursing; Clinical assessment; Attitude of health personnel; Nursing models |
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This qualitative study explores the perceptions of mental health nurses regarding assessment in an acute adult inpatient setting in Central Auckland. Fourteen mental health nurses took part in semi-structured interviews answering five open-ended questions. The analysis of data involved a general inductive approach, with key themes drawn out and grouped into four categories (roles, attitudes, skills and knowledge) in order to explore the meaning of information gathered. The outcome of the study acknowledged the importance of contextual factors such as the physical environment and bureaucratic systems, as well as values and beliefs present within the unit. The participants expressed concern that their input to assessment processes was limited, despite belief that 24-hour care and the nature of mental health nursing generally suggested that a crucial role should exist for nurses. In order for nurses to be established as central in the assessment process on the unit the study concludes that a nursing theoretical framework appropriate for this acute inpatient setting needs to be developed. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 1082 |
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1067 |
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Dent, G.W. |
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Mental health nurses' knowledge and views on talking therapies in clinical practice |
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2008 |
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ResearchArchive@Victoria http://hdl.handle.net/10063/675 |
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Psychiatric Nursing; Attitude of health personnel; Evidence-based medicine; Professional development |
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Using a qualitative descriptive research design, this study explored nurses' knowledge and views on their talking therapy training and skills in practice. The study examined the use of talking therapies, or specialised interpersonal processes, embodied within the Te Ao Maramatanga: New Zealand College of Mental Health Nurses Inc (2004) Standards of Practice for Mental Health Nurses in New Zealand. A survey questionnaire was sent to 227 registered nurses from a district health hoard mental health service and a sample of eight nurses participated in a semi-structured interview. Content analysis based on the headings “knowledge views, skill acquisition and skill transfer” established the major themes from the data collection processes. The findings confirmed that nurses believe their knowledge and skills in evidence-based talking therapies to be vitally important in mental health nursing practice. Nurses identified that talking therapy training courses needed to be clinically relevant and that some learning strategies were advantageous. The identification of some knowledge gaps for, nurses with limited post graduate experience, and for nurses who currently work in inpatient areas suggests that further consideration must be given to ensure that a cohesive, sustainable approach is ensured for progression of workforce development projects relevant to training in talking therapies for mental health nurses in New Zealand. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1151 |
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McKenna, B.; O'Brien, A.J.; Dal Din, A.; Them, K. |
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Title |
Responsible clinician role offers opportunities for nurses |
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Year |
2006 |
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Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
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12 |
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11 |
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12-14 |
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Psychiatric Nursing; Advanced nursing practice; Law and legislation; Mental health |
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The authors report on a recent study investigating the statutory role of responsible clinician. Statutory roles under mental health legislation offer mental health nurses a means of having advanced practice skills recognised, as well as contributing to improved access to services. There is a proliferation of roles intended to develop nursing readership, but in most cases they are not primarily clinical roles. The concept of “advanced practice” has become a means of developing clinical leadership roles in nursing. Research on responsible clinician role is presented along with the results of a survey of the 11 Registered Nurses practicing as responsible clinicians, five senior nurses from each of the 21 district health boards, and the Auckland Regional Forensic Psychiatry Services (n = 121). Respondents were asked whether the responsible clinician role was a legitimate one for nurses and whether they were motivated to attain or maintain that role. They were also asked which competencies for the role they believed they met, their perceptions of credentialing processes and the educational requirements needed to achieve the role. A clear majority of the respondents felt the role of the responsible clinician was a legitimate advanced practice role for mental health nurses. Despite this, some respondents expressed ambivalence about taking on the role. The research highlighted deficits in knowledge and skills that could become a focus of education for advanced practitioners seeking appointment as responsible clinicians. Deficits included some assessment skills, knowledge of a range of interventions and knowledge of other legislation affecting mental health legislation. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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992 |
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Valette, D. |
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Nursing an adolescent in an adult inpatient mental health unit |
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2002 |
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ResearchArchive@Victoria |
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Psychiatric Nursing; Adolescents; Nurse-patient relations; Professional competence; Mental health |
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This research paper reports on an exploration of the key elements nurses need to be aware of to effectively nurse adolescents in an adult inpatient unit. It describes the developmental needs and significant influences that affect this age-group, that when incorporated into nursing care, nurses can gain a therapeutic relationship with the adolescent. By means of a literature review, sharing the author's experience in nursing adolescents, and through vignettes of practice, an illustration of some common situations that may occur during the adolescent's inpatient stay are described. These situations are explored and a perspective is offered on how nurses may be effective in their nursing of an adolescent patient from the point of admission through to discharge. More research is needed on adolescent mental health nursing, however the author anticipates that nurses will be able to use this report as a helpful resource in their current practice. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1148 |
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McClunie-Trust, Patricia; Greenwood, Joanne |
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The lived experience of people with psoriasis: a qualitative meta-synthesis |
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Journal Article |
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2023 |
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Kaitiaki Nursing Research |
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14 |
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1 |
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25-40 |
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Psoriasis; Well-being; Self-identity |
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Examines the psycho-social effects for adults living with the chronic dermatological condition. Undertakes a meta-synthesis of research into subjects' experiences of the condition, which yields 19 studies, from which three themes are identified: self-identity, personal well-being, and cultural identity. Makes recommendations for research and education. |
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NZNO @ research @ |
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1849 |
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Harun, Inayah; Trimmer, Wendy; Thompson, Sean R. |
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Identifying and managing the pre-hospital presentation of psychogenic non-epileptic seizures: a literature review |
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Journal Article |
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2019 |
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Whitireia Journal of Nursing, Health and Social Services |
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26 |
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73-80 |
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Pseudo-seizure; Psychogenic non-epileptic serzure; Paramedic; Diagnosis; Somatic; Psychological distress |
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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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NZNO @ research @ |
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1636 |
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Author |
Kennedy, W. |
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How do Registered Nurses utilise self assessment and performance appraisal to inform their professional practice? |
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2008 |
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Eastern Institute of Technology Library |
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Professional development; Registered nurses |
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This thesis describes an exploratory study of registered nurses within a local district health board which pursued 'if' and 'how' professional practice frameworks assisted nurses in their individual professional practice. Self assessment and performance appraisal are identified as critical elements of professional development by the Nursing Council of New Zealand, and this became the focus of the author's research. A qualitative descriptive framework was utilised to explore the research question, where experiences of registered nurses employed within inpatient adult medical and surgical settings were collected through questionnaire. Analysis of the data was through general inductive thematic approach. Eight themes arose, of which, two have sub-themes. The first four themes relate to self assessment and performance appraisal and the second four themes relate to professional practice. The findings from the participant's perspective provide an understanding of how participants' utilised self assessment and performance appraisal to inform their professional practice. There are significant implications for professional practice within the findings of this study, which are presented along with recommendations for future practice, and future avenues for research. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1161 |
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Dellagiacoma, T. |
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Title |
Contracting as a career option for nurses |
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Journal Article |
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2007 |
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Kai Tiaki: Nursing New Zealand |
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13 |
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1 |
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20-22 |
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Professional development; Nursing; Work |
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A nurse presents research and her own experiences of contracting. Contracting, as defined in this article, refers to a nurse not employed permanently on a wage. It covers agency nursing, short and long fixed-term contracts and secondments. The author identifies the need to continue to develop professionally, which is now a mandatory requirement under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance (HPCA) Act. Contractors have little, if any financial support to develop professionally, and time taken to do courses is not paid. Taking study leave within a contract may also not be an option. Options for managing professional development in these conditions are offered, including goal setting, investing in education or training, and considering some longer contracts. Practical financial advice and examples are given, including managing accounts and consideration of employment law. The author recommends that skilled nurses looking for interesting ways to develop their careers and to branch out in an entrepreneurial way should seriously consider taking up contract work. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 996 |
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980 |
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Kennedy, W. |
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Professional supervision to enhance nursing practice |
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Journal Article |
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2007 |
Publication |
Vision: A Journal of Nursing |
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Available online from Eastern Institute of Technology |
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14 |
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2 |
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3-6 |
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Professional development; Clinical supervision; Nursing; Education |
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This article examines the concept of clinical supervision as “professional supervision”. Professional supervision contains many elements, is structured and not without effort. Fundamentally it is about being safe and professional. 'Reflective learning' and 'Live/tutorial' models are reviewed in different contexts for assisting nurses work through everyday issues, conflicts and problems of their role. The author concludes that regardless of which model is used there are benefits for safety and professionalism. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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1310 |
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Carryer, J.B.; Budge, C.; Russell, A. |
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Measuring perceptions of the Clinical Career Pathway in a New Zealand hospital |
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Journal Article |
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2002 |
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Nursing Praxis in New Zealand |
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18 |
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3 |
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18-29 |
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Professional development; Careers in nursing; Nursing; Hospitals |
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The authors outline the Clinical Career Pathways (CCPs) for nurses, which were first established in New Zealand during the late 1980s. This paper introduces a new instrument, the Clinical Career Pathway Evaluation Tool (CCPET) designed to assess nurses' and midwives' knowledge of and attitudes towards their Clinical Career Pathway. The 51 item instrument takes the form of a self-report questionnaire. The development of the CCPET is described and results from an initial application of the instrument with 239 nurses and midwives in a New Zealand hospital are presented. Results indicate that knowledge levels were moderate in this sample and were correlated with both positive and negative attitudes. Results of t-test comparisons indicated that, on average, the group who had already completed a CCP portfolio had greater knowledge and more positive attitudes than the group who had not. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ 634 |
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620 |
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Maxwell-Crawford, K. |
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Huarahi whakatu: Maori mental health nursing career pathway |
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2004 |
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(Trm/04/15) |
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Professional development; Careers in nursing; Maori; Psychiatric nursing; Mental Health |
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Huarahi whakatu describes a pathway for recognising the expertise of nurses working in kaupapa Maori mental health services and recommends a professional development programme that can lead to advancement along the pathway. An emphasis on dual competencies – cultural and clinical – underlies the rationale for regarding kaupapa Maori mental health nursing as a sub-specialty. Eight levels of cultural competencies and twelve levels of clinical competencies are used to differentiate career stages and it is recommended that movement from one level to another should be matched by increased remuneration. The report also contains a recommended professional development programme to support the operationalisation of the career pathway. |
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NRSNZNO @ research @ |
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824 |
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