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Hendry, C. (2024). A process to inform rural nursing workforce planning and development. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, . Retrieved July 8, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.36951/001c.115490
Abstract: Describes a four-stage project to identify the current status of the nursing and support-worker workforce to develop a plan to match community health needs: profiles current population and health resources available in the community; profiles the current nursing workfoece; surveys local nurses regarding current work and future plans; seeks perspectives of local nurses, health managers and community representatives on strategies to sustain a future nursing workforce. Focuses primarily on the first two stages of the project.
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Jauny, R., Montayre, J., Winnington, R., Adams, J., & Neville, S. (2024). Nursing students' perceptions of assisted dying: a qualitative study. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, . Retrieved July 8, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.36951/001c.94582
Abstract: Aims to gain insight into nursing students' views about assisted dying, given the questions surrounding nursing practices and responsibilities in relation to the service. Conducts a qualitative descriptive study using a paper-based questionnaire, among nursing students enrolled in a BN programme at a single tertiary institution in 2019. Identifies three categories of responses: approval of personal choice, disapproval due to personal beliefs, maintaining a professional stand.
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Wilkinson, J. (2023). Marking 50 years of nurse education in the tertiary sector. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 39(1). Retrieved July 8, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.36951/001c.73718
Abstract: Reflects on the past 50 years of nursing education in light of the author's own experience of making the transition from hospital training to polytechnic education and then undertaking an RN to BN programme. Considers the challenges to nurse educators for the future education of nurses.
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Adams, S. (2023). 'New Zealand Nurses: Caring for Our People 1880-1950' : An interview with author Pamela Wood. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 39(1). Retrieved July 8, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.36951/001c.75238
Abstract: Draws on a conversation between Wood and Adams, both tauiwi (non-Maori) academics, exploring challenges, innovations, and paradigms of care at a time in NZ history when colonising processes had already affected Maori. Traces the origins of rural, district and Plunket nursing. Provides insight into the structure and content of the book, its value in recording the history, proactive leadership, and practice of modern nursing as instigated by the British nursing diaspora.
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Wiapo, C., Sami, L., Komene, E., Wilkinson, S., Davis, J., Cooper, B., et al. (2023). From kaimahi to enrolled nurse: A successful workforce initiative to increase Maori nurses in primary health care. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 39(1). Retrieved July 8, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.36951/001c.74476
Abstract: Describes a national initiative to increase the capacity and capability of the Maori health workforce by supporting kaimahi (unregulated health workers) to become enrolled nurses (EN) delivering care within their communities. Uses Kaupapa Maori principles to create a strengths-based framework, focusing on self-determination and validating Matauranga Maori (Maori knowledge). Outlines the key components of the Earn as you Learn model.
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Zambas, S., Dewar, J., & McGregor, J. (2023). The Maori student nurse experience of cohorting: Enhancing retention and professional identity as a Maori nurse. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 39(1). Retrieved July 8, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.36951/001c.73358
Abstract: Identifies cohorting as a culturally-responsive teaching and learning strategy, which in the case of a Bachelor of Health Science Nursing programme led to whanaungatanga (connection), tikanga (correct practice), wananga (learning conversation), and manaakitanga (ethic of care) among the Maori cohorts. Conducts focus groups with students in years two and three of the programme to explore their experiences.
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Tarihoran, E., Honey, M., & Slark, J. (2023). Younger women's experiences of stroke: A qualitative study. Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand, 39(1). Retrieved July 8, 2024, from http://dx.doi.org/https://doi.org/10.36951/001c.73355
Abstract: Aims to explore the experiences of younger women who have had a stroke to understand their experience and support needs, using a qualitative description approach and conducting a focus group discussion to collect data. Enrols five participants aged 18 to 64 years at the time of stroke, to collect data from which four themes and 11 sub-themes emerged. Notes the complexity of younger women's burdens after stroke.
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Lindsay, N. (2023). The Leadership practices of nurses in the New Zealand hospital ward: A focused ethnography. Doctoral thesis, Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington. Retrieved July 8, 2024, from https://figshare.com/articles/thesis/The_Leadership_Practices_of_Nurses_in_the_New_Zealand_Hospital_Ward_A_Focused_Ethnography/22827629 Victoria University of Wellington
Abstract: Describes and explores how nursing leadership practices occur in contemporary hospital wards in NZ. Utilises 18 months of episodic fieldwork observations in four wards of a hospital and individual discussions with nurses, to conduct a focussed ethnography from the perspective of leadership-as-practice. Uses qualitative analysis to identify the nature of leadership practices at all levels of the nursing team.
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Barry, C., Severinsen, C., & Towers, A. (2023). Work-related quality of life for support workers and the Pay Equity Settlement Act 2017. Kaitiaki Nursing Research, 14(1), 5–11.
Abstract: Explores the impact of the Care and Support Worker (Pay Equity) Settlement Act (2017) on the quality of life of support workers on the job. Conducts semi-structured interviews with eight support workers, highlighting the following themes: work re-organisation, intensification, collegial working relations, managerial support and communication; pay increments.
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Thomson, P., Hudson, D., Richardson, A., Campbell, A., & Guihen, A. (2023). The placement experience of nursing students in managed isolation and quarantine facilities. Kaitiaki Nursing Research, 14(1), 12–18.
Abstract: Conducts focus group interviews with seven nursing students whose third-year clinical placements occurred in Managed Isolation and Quarantine Facilities (MIQF) during level 3 lockdown in 2020. Describes the experiences of the students in terms of clinical skills, communication, support, safety and NCNZ competencies.
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Moir, C., Taylor, P., Seaton, P., Snell, H., & Wood, S. (2023). Changes noticed following a pressure-injury link-nurse programme. Kaitiaki Nursing Research, 14(1), 19–24.
Abstract: Identifies changes that link nurses noticed in their practice areas as a result of participating in a pressure-injury prevention programme. Uses three nurse focus groups to collect data about changes in pressure-injury prevention within their practice areas following implementation of a link-nurse programme. Talks to 22 nurses about increasing awareness of pressure injury prevention, use of assessment tools and documentation, and acquisition of injury prevention equipment.
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McClunie-Trust, P., & Greenwood, J. (2023). The lived experience of people with psoriasis: a qualitative meta-synthesis. Kaitiaki Nursing Research, 14(1), 25–40.
Abstract: 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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Sibley, E., & Mercer, C. (2023). Management of behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD): an integrative review. Kaitiaki Nursing Research, 14(1), 41–49.
Abstract: Describes the behavioural and psychological symptoms associated with dementia, including depression, agitation, psychosis, hallucinations, delusions and apathy. Employs an integrative review to investigate why care-givers resort to anti-psychotic medication in the first instance instead of non-pharmacological interventions to manage such symptoms. Identifies three themes: low staff-to-patient ratios, insufficient specialised staff; inadequate understanding of the manifestations of dementia.
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Oda, K., Bakri, N., Majeed, S., Ferguson, C., Bartlett, S., Holden, R., et al. (2023). Improving nursing oral care practice for care-dependent older adults though inter-professional collaboration: a study protocol. Kaitiaki Nursing Research, 14(1), 50–57.
Abstract: Aims to establish evidence-based oral care guidelines for nurses, in order to improve oral care for dependent adults. Considers how interprofessional collaboration and education (IPC/IPE) might improve nursing oral care practice. Intends to use guidelines in a pilot programme with community nurses caring for older adults living at home or in aged residential care.
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Weber, H. (2023). Deciding on a safe site for intramuscular injections in an acute mental health setting. Kaitiaki Nursing Research, 14(1), 58–61.
Abstract: Aims to provide practical guidance for health-care providers to ensure the safe and effective administration of intramuscular injections, when there is the potential for violence and agitation, as well as during personal restraint. Undertakes a realist review of the evidence comparing the dorsogluteal and ventrogluteal sites.
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