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Author Wailling, Joanna url  openurl
  Title How healthcare professionals in acute care environments describe patient safety: a case study Type Book Whole
  Year (up) 2016 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 169 p.  
  Keywords Patient safety; Acute care; Safety capability; Case studies  
  Abstract Explores how patient safety is described from the perspective of clinicians and organisational managers in a NZ acute-care hospital, using embedded case study design. Conducts three interviews with health-care managers and 6 focus groups, comprising 19 doctors and 19 nurses. Develops the theoretical concept of safety capability: the ability to provide safe patient care based on resilient culture, anticipation and vigilance, along a continuum of safety levels.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1698  
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Author Tansley, Susan Elizabeth url  openurl
  Title The role of postgraduate education for registered nurses working in the aged care sector Type Book Whole
  Year (up) 2016 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 122 p.  
  Keywords Postgraduate education; Registered nurses; Aged care; Surveys  
  Abstract Explores the perspectives of registered nurses (RN) working in aged residential care, and their views and experiences of postgraduate education. Performs a qualitative study using mixed-method data triangulation including document review, focus groups and interviews at four aged care facilities. Conducts focus groups and interviews with five nurse managers and 15 RNs on the value of, and access to postgraduate education.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1791  
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Author Marshall, Dianne url  openurl
  Title Surgical nurses' non-technical skills: A human factors approach Type Book Whole
  Year (up) 2016 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 256 p.  
  Keywords Surgical nurses; Non-technical skills (NTS); Adverse patient events; Taxonomy; Surveys  
  Abstract Explores the social and cognitive non-technical skills (NTS) required of nurses practising in general surgical wards, a taxonomy of NTS for general surgical nurses, and identifies the differences in levels of performance of the NTS between experienced and less experienced nurses, by means of applied cognitive task analysis (ACTA). Highlights the association between poor performance of NTS with adverse patient events. Conducts the study in four surgical wards in a metropolitan hospital, using observation and semi-structured interviews with RNs.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1844  
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Author Owen, Katie; Day, Liz; Yang, Diya openurl 
  Title Promoting well-being for Chinese international students in an undergraduate nursing programme: reducing culture shock Type Journal Article
  Year (up) 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue 24 Pages 13-20  
  Keywords International students; English as an additional language (EAL); Culture shock; Acculturation; Mental health  
  Abstract Reviews literature relating to the experience of international tertiary students, particularly Chinese students, undertaking nursing education. Reports that international students cite poorer mental and physical health outcomes than domestic students, and that students with English as an additional language (EAL) experience culture shock, frustration and stress. Suggests that tertiary institutions need to supply targeted interventions for international students in language and cultural adaptation to promote positive acculturation.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1546  
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Author Crick, Michelle; MacDonald, Danielle; Perry, Jane; Poole, Nicky openurl 
  Title Reflections on the influence of grandmothers on the careers of four nurses Type Journal Article
  Year (up) 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue 24 Pages 21-27  
  Keywords Reflection; Grandmothers; Advanced nursing practice  
  Abstract Presents the personal reflections of four nurses who have lived and worked in different parts of the world, revealing the influence of their grandmothers in their career choice. Identifies common values of respect, courage and the importance of listening to others, imparted to the nurses by their grandmothers. Relates these attributes to fundamental elements of the International Council of Nurses (ICN) code of ethics.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1547  
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Author Smit, Charmaine openurl 
  Title Making self-care a priority Type Journal Article
  Year (up) 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue 24 Pages 29-35  
  Keywords Self-care; Compassion fatigue; Burn-out; Compassion; Palliative care  
  Abstract Highlights the importance of prioritising self-care for palliative care nurses whose prolonged exposure to work-related stress may result in burn-out. Recommends a self-care plan that addresses individual strengths and challenges, including physical, emotional, cognitive, relational and spiritual. Suggests the use of self-care strategies, such as the identification of professional and personal strengths, and the application of mindfulness and stress-reduction techniques to improve self-awareness.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1548  
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Author Cameron, Megan openurl 
  Title Evaluation report of a postgraduate specialty programme: is a specialty nursing qualification delivering what it says it does? Type Journal Article
  Year (up) 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue 24 Pages 37-45  
  Keywords Evaluation; Primary health care; Nursing; Well Child/Tamariki Ora; Postgraduate study; Surveys  
  Abstract Examines whether a postgraduate programme for Well Child/Tamariki Ora (WCTO) nurses prepares nurses new to child health to understand primary health care, health promotion, community nursing and nursing theory. Uses on online survey devised by Plunket National Educators to evaluate the (WCTO) strand of the Postgraduate Certificate in Primary Health Care Specialty Nursing curriculum against the delivery of the programme. Assesses student experience and student perceptions of the impact of their learning on their nursing practice. Considers whether it enables nurses to consider the specific populations in their care, or to encourage individuals, families and communities to increase their skills in health-focused daily living. Seeks to ascertain whether the structure of the programme, based on the clinical integration approach, supports nursing practice and academic study.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1549  
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Author Orsborn, Georgina openurl 
  Title Use of rapid e-learning authoring tools in higher education Type Journal Article
  Year (up) 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue 24 Pages 47-51  
  Keywords E-learning; Rapid authoring tools; Articulate 360; Higher learning; Blended learning  
  Abstract Explores the opportunities and challenges presented to tertiary educators using rapid authoring tools to create interactive and meaningful e-learning online content without the need for programming skills. Focuses on the potential of the Articulate Storyline platform in higher education.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1550  
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Author McKellar, Dianne; Rodrigues, Agustilia openurl 
  Title Access to health care for people living in Aotearoa with a serious mental iullness: a social justice issue Type Journal Article
  Year (up) 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue 24 Pages 53-57  
  Keywords Serious mental illness; Physical health; Disparity; Social justice; Person-centred care  
  Abstract Argues for an integrated care model combining mental and primary health care while providing person-centred care that upholds the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. Maintains that there is a need for national guidelines for the management and assessment of people with serious mental illness (SMI)to redress their health disparities. Suggests that nurses have the opportunity to become agents of change to address this issue of social justice.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1551  
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Author Asbury, Elizabeth A openurl 
  Title The importance of conference attendance in developing research collaborations Type Journal Article
  Year (up) 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue 24 Pages 59-62  
  Keywords Research; Collaboration; Presentation; Publication  
  Abstract Suggests that conferences may play a vital role in creating and maintaining collaborative research relationships. Administers an anonymous questionnaire to 146 research-active, degree-teaching staff employed at Whitireia NZ, to elicit information relating to previous or current research collaborations. Reports the association between conference attendance and collaborative research.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1552  
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Author Moana, Brenda; Crawford, Ruth; Isaac, Dorothy openurl 
  Title Discussing sexual health with older clients: are primary health care nurses sufficiently prepared? Type Journal Article
  Year (up) 2017 Publication Whitireia Nursing and Health Journal Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue 24 Pages 63-67  
  Keywords Sexual health; Assessment; Primary health care; Older adults; Surveys  
  Abstract Reports some findings of a study which examined primary health care (PHC) nurses' preparedness for engaging older adults in conversation about sexual health research. Examines the experiences and beliefs of PHC nurses working with older clients. Conducts three focus groups with 16 participants who discussed their experiences, values and perceptions of conversations on sexual health with older clients.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1553  
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Author Ross, Jean url  openurl
  Title 'Place' Matters to Rural Nurses: A Study Located in the Rural Otago Region of New Zealand Type Book Whole
  Year (up) 2017 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 346 p.  
  Keywords Rural nursing; Identity; Otago; Sense of place  
  Abstract Explores the social construction of the evolving professional identity, of rural nurses between the 1990z and early 2000s, a period of time was associated with two

significant national directives impacting on the professional practice of rural nurses and their contribution to the delivery of health care, from the rural Otago region of NZ. Engages with the concepts of place and governmentality. Demonstrates that rural nursing is a place–based practice governed both from within and beyond location, an analytical diagrammatic matrix.
 
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1555  
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Author Seldon, Lucy A url  openurl
  Title Non-pharmacological Methods in Relieving Children's Pain in Hospital: a pilot study Type Book Whole
  Year (up) 2017 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 72 p.  
  Keywords Non-pharmacological; Pain relief; Pain; Hospitals; Paediatric nurses; Children  
  Abstract Adapts the questionnaire used in three international studies of the utilisation of non-pharmacological methods of post-operative pain management for paediatric surgical patients, and distributes it to registered nurses working in a paediatric surgical ward in one district health board (DHB) hospital. Discusses the non-pharmacological methods used and how they correlate with international literature.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1559  
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Author Washbourne, G A url  openurl
  Title Registered Nurses' Experiences of How in Situ Simulation Contributes to Ongoing Clinical Skill Development: A Qualitative Descriptive Study Type Book Whole
  Year (up) 2017 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 56 p.  
  Keywords Simulation; Nursing education; Post-graduate education; Emergency departments (ED)  
  Abstract Recruits Emergency Department (ED) nurses to participate in three semi-structured interviews. Conducts thematic analysis of interview transcripts to identify the effects on clinical skills, and what facilitated participants' learning.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1560  
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Author Zwimpfer, Lucy Annabelle url  openurl
  Title Being with Babies: Vocal soothing for preterm infants during painful procedures in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Type Book Whole
  Year (up) 2017 Publication Abbreviated Journal  
  Volume Issue Pages 290 p.  
  Keywords Pain management; Premture infants; Infant mental health; NICU; Vocal soothing  
  Abstract Investigates the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) nurse-infant relationship, with a focus on vocal soothing. Undertakes two observational studies to record the use of voice by NICU nurses during painful and non-painful procedures. Develops a model of vocal soothing and tests it for its ability to provide comfort to pre-term infants undergoing painful procedures. Measures pain using the Premature Infant Pain Profile Revised.  
  Call Number NZNO @ research @ Serial 1562  
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