Ball, C. (2016). Are we ready yet?: New graduate nurses' experience of workplace violence and agression and their sense of readiness. Master's thesis, University of Otago, .
Abstract: Uses a qualitative descriptive approach to explore the experience of 7 graduate nurses employed in a range of sectors, of workplace violence and aggression (WPVA). Conducts semi-structured interviews and analyses the data using thematic analysis, generating 3 themes: Part of the Journey, Towards Self-Efficacy, and Maintaining Integrity. Identifies coping strategies.
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Miller, J. S. (2013). Workplace learning: exploring the context and culture in New Zealand. Master's thesis, University of Otago, .
Abstract: Explores the rationale underpinning the development of education programmes within urban district hospitals throughout the country, and ascertains how these workplaces develop education programmes, given that the majority of nurses in New Zealand have identified that they prefer to participate in workplace-based professional development. Cites a clear requirement to foster learning during a nurse's development post-registration, while considering how prepared nurse educators were to fulfil their roles as lifelong learning facilitators and mentors. Utilises the perspective of nurse educators employed in District Health Boards (DHBs) geographically isolated from universities providing post-registration learning.
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Gultiano, J. P. (2022). The experiences of internationally-qualified nurses working in a publicly-funded tertiary hospital in New Zealand: A qualitative descriptive study. Master's thesis, University of Otago, Dunedin.
Abstract: Explores and describes the experiences of Internationally Qualified Nurses (IQN) working in a public hospital in NZ. Uses qualitative descriptive methodology to illuminate their experiences. Employs purposive sampling using maximum variation and snowball sampling methods to recruit 12 IQNs employed in the tertiary hospital. Conducts 12 one-to-one, semi-structured face-to-face interviews, which were analysed using Braun and Clarke's method of thematic analysis. Derives the following three themes: hospital navigation, ambivalence and being an outsider.
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Holloway, K. T. (2011). Development of a specialist nursing framework for New Zealand. Doctoral thesis, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia.
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.
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Pool, L. G. (2021). The Nurse Educator in Aotearoa New Zealand. Doctoral thesis, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland.
Abstract: Aims to contribute to an understanding of the work of nurse educators by illustrating the effect that changing health care and nursing workforce demands have had on the nurse educator role. Employs both academic and narrative writing in order to traverse the complexity of being a nurse educator. Argues that the educator needs to position the role between education and nursing practice, fulfilling the role of Kaiako Tapuhi.
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Czuba, K. J. (2021). Improving outcomes for support workers in aged care. Ph.D. thesis, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland.
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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Minton, C. M. (2017). A multicase study of a prolonged critical illness in the Intensive Care Unit : patient, family and nurses' trajectories. Ph.D. thesis, Massey University, Palmerson North.
Abstract: Examines the experiences of the patient, their family and healthcare professionals during the trajectory of a prolonged critical illness in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Conducts a qualitative, instrumental, multi-case study informed by the Chronic Illness Trajectory Framework. Analyses data from six linked cases (patient, family and clinicians) in four ICUs over a two-year period. Argues that identifying the sub-phases of a prolonged critical illness trajectory allows targeted interventions for each sub-phase.
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D'Souza, N. J. (2017). Cyberbullying at work : exploring understandings and experiences. Doctoral thesis, Massey University, Albany.
Abstract: Explores how workplace cyberbullying is understood and experienced in NZ, with a focus on nursing. Undertakes three-part qualitative, interview-based research to investigate how workplace cyberbullying manifests in nursing. Interviews eight nurses who had experienced bullying. Uncovers the risk of nurses experiencing cyberbullying from external sources such as students, patients, and patient relatives. Posits a multi-factor socio-ecological model as a framework to guide future research.
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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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Ross, J. (2001). Role identification: An impediment to effective core primary health care teamwork. Ph.D. thesis, , .
Abstract: This study, which is methodologically grounded in qualitative research and philosophically informed by critical social science, explores aspects of the socio-political context in which practice nurses and general practitioners (core primary health care team) work within a team environment. It is indicated in the literature that there are benefits for improved health care through the development of collaborative teamwork. However, there have been many barriers identified which prevent collaborative teamwork. Amongst the many barriers, is the lack of role clarity and attitudinal differences. This thesis explored and highlighted whether the lack of role clarity and attitudinal differences do indeed impede the team's success, and are barriers to teamwork. The views and opinions of practice nurses and general practitioners and the understanding of their own and each other's current roles within the general practice setting were explored. The participants had the opportunity to discuss together, in focus group meetings, their thoughts on the topic. This raised their awareness of their taken for granted ideas on role and teamwork. Focus groups offered the participants the added opportunity to question each other which allowed for a deeper and more fulfilling understanding of role. New understandings that emerged could lead to alternative models of health care and influence the future delivery and planning of general practice. The thesis concludes by offering a potentially suitable model/framework which has been developed to further the understanding of teamwork in the future.
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Lidiard, B. (2006). Implementing the Rating Scale for Aggressive Behaviours in the elderly: Can it make a difference to nursing management of aggressive behaviours in elderly patients with dementia? Ph.D. thesis, , .
Abstract: The Rating Scale for Aggressive Behaviours in the Elderly (RAGE) is a twenty-one item rating scale, designed specifically to measure aggressive behaviours in the elderly in the psychogeriatric inpatient setting. The purpose of the scale is to qualify the aggressive behaviour, note any changes in the behaviour, and record intervention and/or treatments. This study combines both qualitative and quantitative methods with exploratory and descriptive designs to explore nurses' experiences of using a consistent tool for monitoring, measuring and managing aggressive behaviours. Data gathered over a three month period of implementing RAGE aimed to provide a 'snapshot' of the prevalence, extent and type of aggressive behaviours within the inpatient setting, providing evidence to nurses in developing strategies for the management of aggression. Focus group interviews were used to enable nurses to discuss their experiences of utilising a clinically validated tool in their practice and how this made a difference to their practice. Findings from this research indicate that nurses within the setting found that RAGE is a consistent tool with which nurses can record, measure and monitor aggressive behaviours. Responses from nurses' experiences of utilising RAGE in their practice were varied, with some being unable to articulate how RAGE had made a difference to their practice. Despite this there was an overwhelming positive response for the continued use of RAGE within the setting as a clinically validated tool by which to measure, record and manage aggressive behaviours.
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Powell, S. (2010). The older nurse in the workplace: retention or retirement. Master's thesis, Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington.
Abstract: Examines the issues facing the older nurse in NZ. Recruits two groups of Clinical/Charge Nurse Managers (CNM) in two District Health Boards (DHB) to interview about the issues confronting older nurses and the strategies they use to retain them.
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Mosley, B. (2005). Seclusion management in an acute in-patient unit. Ph.D. thesis, , .
Abstract: This study was developed to explore the use of seclusion in an acute in-patient unit for people with mental illnesses. Investigation into this issue was considered important due to an identified large increase in seclusion use over the previous two years. The study used a qualitative research methodology with a descriptive and interpretive approach. Data collection included a retrospective file audit of patients who had been secluded over the past seven years, and one-to-one staff interviews. It also includes the author's personal reflections of seclusion events. The principle reason for using seclusion was violence and aggression in the context of mental illness. It was also used for people who were at risk of, or who had previously absconded from the unit. A recovery approach and the use of the strengths model was fundamental to nurses' way of working with patients in the unit. Nurses believed that the strengths process should be adapted to the person's level of acuity and to their ability to engage in this approach in a tangible way. Seclusion continues to be a clinical management option in the unit that is the subject of this study. However, in many circumstances there are other options that could be explored so that the utmost consideration is given to the dignity, privacy and safety of that person.
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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 June 29, 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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Finlayson, M., & Aitken, L. H. (2007). New Zealand nurses' reports on hospital care: An international comparison. Nursing Praxis in New Zealand, 23(1), 17–28.
Abstract: The authors present the results of a 2001 New Zealand survey on nurses' perception of staffing, work organisation and outcomes, comparing this with the 2001 International Hospital Outcomes Study (US, Canada, England, Scotland and Germany). The report describes the findings for job dissatisfaction, burnout and the intent to leave, the work climate in hospitals, workforce management, the structure of nurses' work, and quality of care. The authors discuss these findings and their implications for nursing in New Zealand.
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