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Author Nakarada-Kordic, Ivana
Title Assessing mental models in multidisciplinary operating room teams Type Book Whole
Year 2016 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume (down) Issue Pages 238 p.
Keywords Mental models; Operating room; Surgery; Assessment; Software; Momento
Abstract Aims to develop a new empirical method for assessing the similarity of mental models in surgery, focusing on laparotomy; to begin the process of validation of the new approach; and to demonstrate how the new approach could be used in clinical practice. Develops a software application (Momento) to sort key tasks in order to capture the information on mental models regarding task sequence and responsibility. Asks 20 6-person operating room (OR) teams, each comprising 3 sub-teams consisting of anaesthesia, surgery and nursing, to complete Momento prior to 2 simulated emergency laparotomies. Suggests the Momento approach could be used to improve teamwork in OR.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1561
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Author Yip, Jacqueline Chi Yan
Title Development of a brief heart healthy eating assessment tool for use by practice nurses in New Zealand Type Book Whole
Year 2014 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume (down) Issue Pages 1v
Keywords Dietary assessment; Practice nurses; Heart healthy eating; Nutrition counselling; Cardiovascular disease
Abstract Aims to determine how a brief dietary assessment tool should be designed for use by practice nurses in New Zealand with the intention of providing individualised nutrition advice to reduce individuals' risk of cardiovascular disease (heart healthy eating counselling). Recruits 11 practice nurses from the Auckland region for interview and analyses data from the 2008/2009 NZ adult nutrition survey. Uses an action research approach as the underlying strategy of inquiry for the study.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1568
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Author Sharma, Mona
Title An exploration of the experiences of registered nurses working in aged residential care facilities regarding interRAI: A qualitative research design Type Book Whole
Year 2020 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume (down) Issue Pages 125 p.
Keywords InterRAI; International resident assessment instrument; Aged residential care; Registered nurses; Surveys
Abstract Assesses the experiences of registered nurses (RNs)working in aged residential care facilities in Christchurch, in performing interRAI assessments using interRAI MOMENTUM software. Explores the positive and negative aspects of their experiences and the factors affecting performance of interRAI-based comprehensive health assessments. Identifies the aids and barriers faced by RNs in applying and using interRAI. Conducts focus-group interviews with 7 RNs. Highlights the need for a unified standard assessment system.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1654
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Author Kussmaul, Joerg
Title An investigation of occupational health and safety workplaces and working conditions in comparison to nursing care quality in residential aged care facilities (RACFs) in New Zealand Type Book Whole
Year 2020 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume (down) Issue Pages 270 p.
Keywords Residential Aged Care Facilities; Ocuupational health and safety; Working conditions; InterRAI; Clinical Assessment Protocols Job stress; Registered nurses; Enrolled nurses; Healthcare assistants
Abstract Identifies critical factors related to the occupational health and safety of workplaces and working conditions in residential aged-care facilities (RACF), from the perspective of nursing staff. Correlates quality indicators for occupational health and safety for workplaces and in working conditions with nursing care quality based on the InterRAI Clinical Assessment Protocols (CAP). Uses a mixed-method approach to conduct an audit of workplace health and safety and environmental conditions in 17 RACFs. Surveys 398 registered nurses (RN), enrolled nurses (EN), and Healthcare Assistants (HCA) about the mental and physical stressors in their work.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1655
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Author Kennedy, Wendy Lynette
Title How do Registered Nurses utilise self assessment and performance appraisal to inform their professional practice? Type Book Whole
Year 2008 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume (down) Issue Pages 97 p.
Keywords Registered Nurses; Self-assessment; Performance appraisal; Surveys
Abstract Describes an exploratory study of Registered Nurses (RNs) within a local District Health Board which pursued the question of 'if' and 'how' professional practice frameworks assisted nurses in their individual professional practice, specifically self-assessment and performance appraisal. Utilises a qualitative descriptive framework to explore the experiences of RNs in inpatient settings, via questionnaire. Identifies 8 themes related to self-assessment, performance appraisal, and professional practice.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1703
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Author Hinvest, Kate
Title The meaning of nurses' caring for clinically-deteriorating patients Type Book Whole
Year 2020 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume (down) Issue Pages 166 p.
Keywords Deterioration; Patients; Acute Assessment Unit; Phenomenology; Registered Nurses
Abstract Reveals and explores the stories of ten Registered Nurses working in Acute Assessment Units caring for clinically-deteriorating patients. Uses the perspectives of hermeneutic phenomenology to explore the meaning of nurses caring for such patients. Conducts semi-structured interviews with the RNs identifying three main themes.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1746
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Author Quiding, Janine
Title Improving assessment inter-rater reliability of a nursing ePortfolio: An Integrative Review Type Book Whole
Year 2021 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume (down) Issue Pages 66 p.
Keywords ePortfolios; Professional Development and Recognition Programmes (PDRP); Nursing assessment
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.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1749
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Author Harvey, Geoffrey
Title 'Thank you for telling our story...': An exploration of the needs of migrant nurses undergoing competence assessment for New Zealand registration Type Book Whole
Year 2022 Publication Abbreviated Journal
Volume (down) Issue Pages 108 p.
Keywords Internationally qualified nurses (IQN); Migrant nurses; Competency assessment; Nursing registration; Surveys
Abstract Seeks to give voice to migrant nurses, using case-study methodology to highlight their experience of the competence assessment process. Distributes a questionnaire to a group of 22 newly-arrived IQNs, and conducts interviews with 10 IQNs who had been working in NZ for several years. Uncovers the motivations among the first group and reflections on the Competence Assessment Programme (CAP) among the second. Makes recommendations for CAP training based on the results of the study.
Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1836
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