Prentice, J. J. (2019). “Tell someone who cares” -- participatory action research of motivation and workplace engagement among caregivers in aged residential care, New Zealand. Doctoral thesis, University of Otago, Dunedin.
Abstract: Aims to understand the factors that encourage motivation and engagement of caregivers who are relatively poorly paid, with limited training, but who are required to provide personal care to an increasingly frail population. Undertakes an initial exploratory study, with participants from four rural aged-residential care (ARC) facilities, to identify three key themes that influence caregiver motivation. Subsequently develops these initial themes, within a 42-bed facility, to explore how to encourage caregiver motivation. Bases the four-step process on Lewin’s cycle: plan, act, observe, and reflect. Establishes an advisory group of caregivers who develop a nine-point action plan, accepted by management and implemented in the facility.
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Winters, S. (2019). Exploring the perceptions of nursing students and nursing academic lecturers on the use of gallows humour in the clinical setting. Master's thesis, University of Otago, Dunedin.
Abstract: Investigates the perceptions of students enrolled in any of the three years of an undergraduate nursing degree programme, including the nurse lecturers in charge of their teaching. Compares their results with students' to determine differences in perception between those with clinical experience and those without. Collects data using an online questionnaire to identify differences in perception of gallows humour by lecturers, and by older versus younger students.
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McKelvie, R. (2019). Where we are and how we got here: an institutional ethnography of the Nurse Safe Staffing Project in New Zealand. Doctoral thesis, Massey University, Palmerston North.
Abstract: Charts a detailed description and analysis of how aspects of the strategies of the Nurse Safe Staffing Project work in everyday hospital settings. Argues that nurses' situated knowledge and work are being organised and overridden by competing institutional knowledge and priorities in a competitive institutional environment. Demonstrates the consequences for nurses, patients and staffing strategies. Conducts 30 interviews with 26 participants, including frontline nurses and participants in safe staffing projects.
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Francis, H., Carryer, J., & Cram, F. (2019). Consulting with Maori experts to ensure mainstream health research is inclusive of Maori. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 35(3). Retrieved June 19, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/10.36951/NgPxNZ.2019.010
Abstract: Advocates for the inclusion of Maori participants in research on long-term conditions (LTC). Presents research with 16 participants, including 6 Maori, into how they managed their conditions, and describes the role of consultation with Maori experts to support the cultural responsiveness of such research.
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Haufe, B., & Honey, M. (2019). Role of whanau in self-management for adults receiving haemodialysis in Aotearoa New Zealand: a qualitative study. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 35(3), www.nursingpraxis.org. Retrieved June 19, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/10.36951/NgPxNZ.2019.011
Abstract: Explores the role of family/whanau on self-management of end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Conducts semi-structured interviews with 7 haemodialysis patients, of which 5 were Maori, about their perspectives on whanau's role. Highlights 3 themes: whanau support, whanau importance and whanau hindrance.
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Te Huia, M., & Mercer, C. (2019). Relationships and implications for complementary and alternative medicine in Aotearoa New Zealand: a discussion paper. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 35(3). Retrieved June 19, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/10.36951/NgPxNZ.2019.012
Abstract: Considers the relationship between nursing and complementary and alternative medicine(CAM), and how this could be incorporated into health care, citing its use internationally. Highlights areas of development and future research for CAM in nursing in NZ.
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Bear, R. (2019). Kangaroo Mother Care: Participatory action research within a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Aotearoa New Zealand. Doctoral thesis, Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington.
Abstract: Illustrates the use of participatory action research (PAR) to assist in the improvement of Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) in one Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in a NZ hospital, by means of audit, observation and interview. Describes the unfolding processes of PAR, as well as the inclusion of a secondary discourse analysis and parental perspectives from local and global literature.
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Crowe, M., Jones, V., Stone, M. - A., & Coe, G. (2019). The clinical effectiveness of nursing models of diabetes care: A synthesis of the evidence. International Journal of Nursing Studies, 93. Retrieved June 19, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2019.03.004
Abstract: Determines the clinical effectiveness, in terms of glycaemic control, other biological measures, cost-effectiveness and patient satisfaction, of nurse-led diabetes interventions led by primary health care nurses. Uses PRISMA guidelines for reporting the results of a systematic review of the literature. Compares quantitative studies of physician-led care and cost-effectiveness, with qualitative studies of patient experiences of nurse-led care.
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Shallard, G. A. (2019). What are the perceptions of nurses working in child health regarding their role in child protection? Master's thesis, Massey University, Albany.
Abstract: Explores the current perceptions of nurses working in child health with regard to their potential role in child protection. Conducts a mixed-method study using sequential explanatory design involving 134 survey results and six complementary interviews. Aims to provide insight into current nursing practices of those working in child health settings, and identifies barriers to nurses engaging with social services.
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Sharma, M. (2020). An exploration of the experiences of registered nurses working in aged residential care facilities regarding interRAI: A qualitative research design. Master's thesis, University of Otago, Dunedin.
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.
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Kussmaul, J. (2020). 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. Doctoral thesis, University of Auckland, Auckland.
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.
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Tabakakis, C., McAllister, M., & Bradshaw, J. (2020). Burnout in New Zealand resgistered nurses: the role of workplace factors. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 11(1), 9–16.
Abstract: Investigates the impact of workplace factors on burnout in NZ RNs. Conducts a cross-sectional survey among 480 RNs in which burnout, practice environment and negative acts in the workplace were self-reported by means of the Copenhagen Burnout Inventory (CBI), the Practice Environment Scale (PES), and the Negative Acts Questionnaire (NAQ).
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Briscoe, J., & Harding, T. (2020). Promoting the use of the SOAP (IE) documentation framework in medical nurses' practice. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 11(1), 17–23.
Abstract: Promotes the use of the SOAP(IE) framework for nursing documentation. Conducts action research to identify areas within cycles of planning, implementation, evaluation and reflection in need of improvement. Undertakes three cycles of action research using audits, surveys and a focus group interview with RNs in two DHB medical wards. Increases the uptake of SOAP through education sessions and tools, and nurse champions.
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Wynne-Jones, J., Martin-Babin, M., Hayward, B., & Villa, L. (2020). Patient safety leadership walk-rounds: lessons learrned from a mixed-methods evaluaion. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 11(1), 24–33.
Abstract: Assesses the impact of a patient safety leadership walk-rounds (PSLWR) programme in an Auckland hospital to provide recommendations for programme improvement. Involves senior leaders and other departmental representatives visiting wards to conduct staff and patient interviews to capture their experiences, and to assess the environment. Proposes recommendations for organisations intending to or currently implementing a PSLWR programme.
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Rhodes, J. (2020). Students' perceptions of participating in educational escape rooms in undergraduate nursing eduction. Kai Tiaki Nursing Research, 11(1), 34–41.
Abstract: Captures undergraduate nursing students' perceptions after participation in an educational escape room. Describes the concept of the escape room for undergraduate nursing students, in which students collaboratively solved problems during a specified time before returning to the classroom. Reports the findings of a survey conducted with 181 students on the utility of the experience for teaching teamwork, collaboration, and critical thinking while under pressure.
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