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Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:54:47 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5639584&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2012.01387.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5639584 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5639584 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5621423&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01367.x Conclusions  The conditional factors are to be seen as either enabling or hindering the accomplishment of evidence‐based patient education and the level of person centredness, patient safe care and ethics – something that has to be considered when designing studies.Implications for nursing management  More detailed studies are required to clarify the nature of patient education work and to create realistic conditions that enable the role to be fulfilled in everyday work. Such knowledge is of significance for nursing management in developing supportive activities for nurses. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5621423 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5621423 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5621422&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01370.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5621422 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5621422 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5621421&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01374.x Conclusions  Internal university processes need to reflect the reality of a diversified workforce. Practice and professional disciplines have responsibilities beyond meeting traditional research output measurements. More flexible and transparent expectation guidelines and career development pathways are needed to build holistic schools and faculty and enable maximum staff productivity.Implications for nursing management  By redefining scholarship, schools and faculties are able to meet the multiple demands of the government, the institution, individual staff, students and the profession. Not everyone can do traditional research all the time, and staff involved in other scholarly work should be able to rewarded and promoted. By taking the lead in this issue, nursing as a discipline can ... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5621421 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5621421 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5621420&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01377.x Conclusions  The results show how important it is to have firm overall leadership and trained group leaders with a common purpose, interdependent roles and complementary skills, who are thus well prepared to prevent or deal with challenging group processes.Implications for nursing management  The leaders of both levels, which are highly interrelated, should have a current theoretical understanding of pain theory, group leadership skills and a cognitive behavioural approach. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5621420 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5621420 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5584950&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01373.x Conclusion  Nursing leadership needs the opinion of nursing staff in order to help formulate a favourable work environment where they can utilize their full potential and improve nursing care.Implications for nursing management  Nursing staff expect feedback and rewards, involvement in the decision making process, and clear vision from nurse leaders. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5584950 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5584950 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5562231&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01368.x Conclusion  The study concludes that supervision in pairs provides unique possibilities for interweaving and developing theory and practice.Implications for nursing management  The supervision model offers unique opportunities for cooperation, for the development of theory and practice and for the development of the professional roll of nurses and teachers. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5562231 Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5562231 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5668939&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01350.x Conclusion  The high degree of burnout is related to dissatisfaction with wages, opportunities for advancement, study leave and a practice environment with inadequate staffing and resources, and lack of nurse participation in hospital affairs.Implications for nursing management  Managers should ensure that adequate numbers of CCNs are on the staff allocation and provide opportunities for CCNS to participate in policy and governance of the hospital, while giving attention to good salaries and providing opportunities for advancement and study leave. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5668939 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5668939 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5639583&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2012.01378.x Conclusions  Implementation processes need to be sustainable at both staff and managerial levels. A key factor in implementing and using a quality registry in prevention care could be described as keeping the flame burning. However, further research is needed on how patient advantages could be developed using other quality registries in order to improve care from a patient perspective.Implications for nursing management  The results of this study could help other organizations implement quality registries or other change processes, for example new guidelines and treatment. Strategies concerning organizational structure and committed leadership could increase the usefulness of knowledge systems on all levels, which could enable continuous learning and quality improvement in health care.... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5639583 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5639583 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5621419&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01369.x Conclusion  Providing insight, confidence and supporting the patients’ feeling of control are of importance for health‐care professionals.Implications for nursing management  Structured organization of the trajectory system should be followed up, while outcome measures (patient satisfaction), education and training programmes for patients and families after discharge to improve coping strategies and reduce uncertainty should be developed. Nurse leaders should work towards the establishment of clinical academic nursing positions to integrate knowledge, skills, experiences and research into everyday routines. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5621419 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5621419 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5584953&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01348.x Conclusion  Adopting a practise Development (PD) framework provided a clear structure and direction for the NGDP.Implications for nursing management  Nurse Managers who invest human, financial and education resources into developing new graduate nurses are likely to retain such staff longer. In the Middle Eastern context, such investment is likely to rapidly promote the goal of increasing the number of indigenous nationals working as nurses. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5584953 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5584953 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5584952&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01349.x Conclusions  Creating healthcare environments that enable excellence in nursing care will not occur without the development of genuine shared working partnerships and collaborations between nurse managers, leaders and educators and their associated organizations.Implications for nursing management  The importance of adopting an authentic sustainable leadership approach to facilitating and supporting frontline staff to innovate and change is imperative in restoring and evidencing that nurses do care and are excellent at what they do. By focusing attention on what resources are required to create a healthcare environment that enables compassion, safety and excellence in nursing care and what this means would be a reasonable start on the journey to excellence in nursing. (Source: Journal ... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5584952 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5584952 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5584951&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01362.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5584951 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5584951 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5584949&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01376.x Conclusion  A quality register gives the users (nurses) feedback on the care provided, which starts a process of change.Implications for nursing management  The value of working with a quality register as a feedback system can be applicable to all professions working with quality assurance. The experiences will increase the motivation and understanding the value of using quality registers as a tool for enhanced quality. Further, nurse managers can use such a register as a feedback system, not only as a motivating tool when implementing a quality register, but in the evaluation of its outcomes. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5584949 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5584949 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5527261&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01343.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5527261 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5527261 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5527260&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01345.x Conclusions  Conclusions are then drawn which the authors believe will be of use to those managing, developing and studying on, Professional Doctorate programmes.Implications for Nursing Management  The present study then explores the issues which the authors have experienced over the past 5 years in running the scheme and highlights the potential benefits of the professional doctorate for organizations. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5527260 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5527260 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5527259&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01346.x Conclusion  Graduates make substantial gains in leadership and management capabilities as a consequence of their higher degree. These capabilities are necessary as nurses take the lead in many areas of healthcare.Implications for nursing management  The masters in nursing degree now has a pivotal role in providing effective continuing education to the nursing profession; especially for those who occupy or intend to occupy senior positions within clinical, management or education branches of the profession. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5527259 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5527259 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5527258&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01348.x Conclusion  Adopting a practise Development (PD) framework provided a clear structure and direction for the NGDP.Implications for nursing management  Nurse Managers who invest human, financial and education resources into developing new graduate nurses are likely to retain such staff longer. In the Middle Eastern context, such investment is likely to rapidly promote the goal of increasing the number of indigenous nationals working as nurses. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5527258 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5527258 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5516428&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01344.x Conclusion  Knowledge and experience are the most significant factors on nurses’ performance of consciousness level assessment.Implications for nursing management  Formal training is needed on a continual basis to maintain skills in consciousness level assessment, and nurses who are more experienced in the use of assessment should mentor those that are less experienced. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5516428 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5516428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5506948&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01339.x Conclusions and implications for nursing managers  Nursing leaders should be trained to become transformational leaders so as to encourage their followers to become innovative and motivated to render high quality nursing care. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5506948 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5506948 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5478181&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01323.x Conclusions  The study shows that of the 14 cases of interruptions at least nine can be defined as ‘avoidable’. An improvement project has been proposed to reduce unnecessary interruptions and distractions to avoid making errors.Implications for nursing management  An additional useful step to reduce the incidence of treatment errors would be to implement the use of a single patient medication sheet for the recording of drug prescription, preparation and administration and also the incident reporting. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5478181 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5478181 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5478184&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01335.x Conclusions  Nursing education in China, both at the pre‐registration and post‐registration level, plays a key role in building a strong team of nurses to fulfil the health mission of the country.Implications for nursing management  Managers in nursing education need to continuously revise the curriculum to produce nurses who meet societal needs at present and for the future. At the same time, nurse managers in the service need to make best use of these nursing talents according to the nurses’ competence and educational levels. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5478184 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5478184 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5478183&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01337.x Conclusions  The interventions made nurses feel their absence rate was less fair and to experience greater feelings of discomfort.Implications for nursing management  The study’s interventions may lead to a reduction in absence without the negative outcomes of a harsh absenteeism policy. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5478183 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5478183 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5478182&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01338.x Conclusion  First‐line nurse leaders were able to successfully manage projects beyond their traditional scope of responsibilities. The majority of projects dealt with staff needs and healthcare restructuring initiatives.Implications for nursing management  Constant change is a global reality. Change management, a universal competency, must be included in leadership development programmes. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5478182 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5478182 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5459777&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01315.x Conclusion  Provision of continuous and active support from nursing management could positively influence computer usage among professional nurses. A closer integration of information technology and computer literacy skills into existing nursing curricula would foster a positive attitude towards computer usage through early exposure.Implications for nursing management  Responses indicated that change of mindset may be needed on the part of nursing management so that they begin to actively promote ready access to computers as a means of creating greater professionalism and collegiality. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5459777 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5459777 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5459776&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01321.x Conclusions  Nurses need clarification of peer review. Issues with common language in a professional environment need to be addressed and nurses can learn collaboration from each other’s cultures.Implications for nursing management  Managers should support RN‐to‐RN peer review on clinical units. Methods used here may be useful to assess current departmental nurse peer review. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5459776 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5459776 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5459775&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01322.x Conclusion  These findings suggested that nurses’ expectation about change were strongly linked to commitment to change. Furthermore, the enhancement of communication and relationship with leader contributed to the development of positive and negative expectations.Implications for nursing management  Strategies to promote commitment to change include developing positive expectations about change outcomes and building high‐quality leadership style oriented to the communication. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5459775 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5459775 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5459774&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01331.x Conclusions  The results suggest that the studied components of the ‘ttl’ programme may be effective in assisting nurse leaders gain new leadership skills and institute positive changes in the nursing work environment.Implications for Nursing Management  Leadership programmes such as ‘ttl’ may provide an effective tool for improving N/MUM performance and role confidence. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5459774 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5459774 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5390265&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01254.x Conclusion  New graduates are aware of their limitations as new practitioners. There is an expectation that their employers will provide a supportive learning environment for them to gain the skills necessary to become proficient and valuable employees.Implications for nursing management  This commentary paper identifies the need for a structured, supported new graduate programme that recognizes and meets the needs, both clinical and social, of new graduate registered nurses in the R&R context. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5390265 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5390265 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5390266&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01328.x Conclusion  To increase job satisfaction, it is important that nurse administrators have the power to achieve their professional goals.Implications for nursing management  Nurse administrators can potentially increase their job satisfaction by achieving their professional goals. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5390266 Fri, 04 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5390266 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5365869&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01266.x Conclusion  Overall, the programme had a positive impact on both the wards studied. Challenges that were identified included the need to sustain momentum once the initial enthusiasm had waned.Implications for Nursing Management  This study highlighted the importance of key transformational leadership skills at ward manager level, such as the ability to inspire nurses to approach old problems in new ways, in the implementation of the ‘Releasing Time to Care – the Productive Ward’ programme. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5365869 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5365869 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5365868&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01319.x Conclusions  Providing consistency of nursing caregivers may significantly improve both health and economic outcomes. New evidence was found to support the efficacy of the primary nursing model in the NICU.Implications for nursing management  Designing nursing care delivery systems in acute inpatient settings with an emphasis on consistency of nursing caregivers could improve health outcomes, increase organizational effectiveness, and enhance satisfaction of nursing staff, patients, and families. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5365868 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5365868 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5365867&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01318.x Conclusion  Nurses migrate for a wide variety of reasons as they respond to push and pull factors.Implications for nursing management  It is important for nurse managers in the source countries to advocate incentives to retain nurses. In the recipient countries the number of international nurses continues to increase implying the need for more innovative ways to mentor and orientate these nurses. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5365867 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5365867 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5562230&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01351.x Conclusions  The introduction of the professional practice model may have raised awareness of the components of job satisfaction that were not being met. Thus, the nurses may have become more knowledgeable about the potential needs in these areas.Implications for nursing management  Nurse managers and leaders must recognize that job satisfaction consists of many dimensions, and each of these dimensions is important to nurse retention. Implementation of a professional practice model may heighten awareness of the missing components within a practice environment and lead to decreased overall satisfaction. A broader understanding of characteristics associated with increased satisfaction may aid in development of organizational change necessary to retain and attract nurses. (Source: Journal... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5562230 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5562230 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5553422&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01347.x Conclusions  Managerial turnover seems high in Swedish healthcare and linked to working conditions, while sustained health are linked to individual resources.Implications for nursing management  Healthcare organizations should focus not only on developing individuals in their managerial role but also on strengthening the conditions that allow managers to exercise their leadership and to ensuring that the managers most suitable for their posts do not leave. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5553422 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5553422 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5539436&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01336.x This study was aimed at describing nursing leadership in an academic hospital in Gauteng, South Africa.Background  Nurse managers’ leadership styles affect nurses’ attitudes, behaviour and work performance. However, little is known about how nurses experience nurse leadership and what leadership styles are found in academic hospitals in Gauteng.Methods  The study was based on Maxwell’s framework of leadership (relationships, equipping, leadership and attitude). A qualitative design was used in order to describe the experiences of registered nurses and nurse managers. The population of the study was all registered nurses and nurse managers of the hospital in which the study was conducted. In phase one of the study, a discussion group with 35 registered nurses using the nominal gro... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5539436 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5539436 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5527257&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01363.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5527257 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5527257 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5516427&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01341.x Conclusion  Suffering is good when the mission of caring is mastered and the nurse leader feels recognized as unique and trustable, leading to his or her sense of dignity being preserved. Suffering is evil when the mission of caring is threatened, when questioned and not considered a unique and trustable person, leading to loss of dignity.Implications for nursing management  Nurse leaders’ suffering needs to be acknowledged and a caring culture that permeates the entire organization should be developed. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5516427 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5516427 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5506947&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01361.x Conclusion  Research supervision is a mutual, interactive process aimed at improving the supervisor’s ability to be sensitive to the students’ competence and limitations.Implications for nursing leadership  Academic leaders have a wide range of roles, research activities and serve as role models within their professions. Research supervision needs to be valued in order to promote closer and more collaborative research between clinical practice and academia. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5506947 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5506947 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5496130&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01342.x Conclusion  Different role players are involved in critical issues regarding the management and education of nursing in South Africa. Nurse managers are central to the success of service redesign, delivery and education.Implications for nursing management  Nurse managers need to influence policy decisions regarding nursing service design and delivery, and the education required to prepare the next generation of practitioners for these new services. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5496130 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5496130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5488708&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01364.x Conclusion  The Norwegian model for managing cultural diversity in maternity care needs to be developed. Capacity building and a closer cooperation between maternity care services is necessary.Implications for midwives and nursing management  Maternity care requires reflection at several levels to reduce disparities in individual health. In order to ensure continuity and a trusting relationship, it is necessary to organize leadership and adopt flexible models that support migrant women’s health. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5488708 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5488708 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5478180&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01340.x Conclusions  Collaborative approaches between educational and clinical settings are needed to ensure quality, relevant educational support for managers and leaders, and enhance curriculum integrity.Implications for Nursing Management  There is a need for contemporaneous and relevant research to inform innovative models of collaborative education. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5478180 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5478180 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5459773&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01326.x Conclusion  The nurse–patient relationship is influenced by the patients’ pre‐understanding and existential dilemmas. Leadership qualities associated with being formative and mindful represent important aspects of this relationship and should be investigated and thematically described in greater detail in future research.Implications for nursing management  The nurse–patient relationship should focus on clinical supervision, in order to strengthen the nurses’ leadership qualities in terms of being aware and dialectical. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5459773 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5459773 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5443153&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01320.x Conclusions  The results of the study emphasized the importance of transformational leadership, which indicates the need for further attention to training and development of effective leadership behaviours.Implications for nursing management  Nurse administrators in Saudi Arabia should capitalize on the importance of transformational leadership style in enhancing the level of job satisfaction. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5443153 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5443153 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5410863&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01297.x Conclusion  Translation of an instrument for cross‐cultural nursing research is important, although there are methodological limitations associated with construct validity.Implication for Nurse Managers  Instruments for the evaluation of nursing care are necessary in order to formulate strategies at a managerial level. Nurse managers who encourage nurses to attend supervision promote professional development and enhance patient safety. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5410863 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5410863 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5401762&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01334.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5401762 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5401762 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5325610&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01293.x Conclusions  Modifiable workplace factors play an important role in influencing new graduates’ job and career satisfaction and turnover intentions.Implications for nursing management  Managers can employ strategies to enhance quality work environments that promote retention of new graduates and lessen the nursing workforce shortage. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5325610 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5325610 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5306184&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01298.x Conclusion  The paper presents important insights into the collaborative nature of the agreement and the unique outcomes; dual awards from UAE and Australia.Implications for nursing management  The success of this initiative required ongoing commitment from the collaborating partners. The programme required ongoing support from the School of Nursing and Midwifery in Australia. Griffith University provided the Head of School and Deputy Head of School for Abu Dhabi and the curriculum. The academic and administrative support from Australia was significant and must be incorporated into any business plan when planning such a venture. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5306184 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5306184 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5390264&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01317.x This study illustrates how King’s theory of goal attainment was used to focus an examination of whole‐person care (WPC) and to extend the range of knowledge needed for WPC and nursing practice.Background  Leadership implemented a faith‐based innovation using continuing education for patient care that incorporates body‐mind‐spirit and eight principles called CREATION. Three questions arose: (1) Is there an evidence‐based framework to determine whether the philosophy supports the discipline of nursing? (2) How extensive is the adoption and application of WPC? (3) Does the model make a difference in the context of nurse–patient interactions and outcomes in support of Magnet recognition criteria?Methods  Interpretative phenomenology was used and an interview protocol was deve... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5390264 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5390264 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5365866&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01324.x Conclusions  Nurse managers’ challenges in project management can be viewed from the perspective of the following paradoxes: (1) keeping up projects–ensuring patient care, (2) enthusiastic management–effective management of daily work and (3) supporting the work of a multiprofessional team–leadership of individual employees.Implications for nursing management  It is important for nurse managers to learn to relate these paradoxes to one another in a positive way. Further research is needed, focusing on nurse managers’ ability to promote workplace spirituality, nurse managers’ emotional intelligence and their enthusiasm in small projects. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5365866 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5365866 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5349914&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01327.x Conclusions  Modelling and Role‐Modelling demonstrated capacity to structure nursing thought and action in patient care in a major medical centre. Uniformity of patient care language was valued by nurses as well as by allied health providers who wished to learn the holistic MRM style of practice. The processes of MRM and action research contributed to project success.Implications for nursing management  A positive health‐care change project was carried out in a large medical centre with action research. Introducing MRM theory‐based practice was a beneficial decision by nursing administration that improved care and nurse satisfaction. Attention to nursing practice stimulated career development among the nurses to pursue bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees. (Source: Journal of ... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5349914 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5349914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5338378&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01311.x Conclusion  Our findings suggest that F‐LNMs were able to cope with high‐demand job situations because of relatively high control over work.Implication for nursing management  The implication for nursing management shows the needs for a work environment for both F‐LNMs and RNs that includes high job control and good managerial support. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5338378 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5338378 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5325609&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01314.x Conclusions  The semantic revision demonstrated content validity for the revised SKAGOAO. When used by nursing groups to assess their level of outcome attainment, the instrument should continue to be psychometrically evaluated.Implications for nursing management  A nursing group of any size can use the SKAGOAO to both assess the group’s level of outcome attainment or empowerment and direct plans to further improve that level. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5325609 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5325609 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5317095&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01296.x garon m. (2011) Journal of Nursing Management
Speaking up, being heard: registered nurses’ perceptions of workplace communicationAims  The aim of the present study was to explore nurses’ perceptions of their own ability to speak up and be heard in the workplace.Background  Nurses are central to patient care and patient safety in hospitals. Their ability to speak up and be heard greatly impacts their own work satisfaction, team work as well as patient safety.Method  The present study utilized a qualitative approach, consisting of focus group interviews of 33 registered nurses (RNs), in staff or management positions from a variety of healthcare settings in California, USA. Data were analysed using thematic content analysis.Results  Findings were organized into three categories:... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5317095 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5317095 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5306188&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01325.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5306188 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5306188 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5306187&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01312.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5306187 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5306187 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5306186&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01303.x Conclusion  Nursing students agreed that computer literacy should be included in the curriculum to allow them to become independent computer users. The Department of Health should have IT in all health‐care facilities and also train all health‐care workers to use IT.Implications for Nurse Managers  With the positive attitudes expressed by the students, nurse managers need to create a conducive environment to ensure such a positive attitude continues to excel. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5306186 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5306186 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5306185&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01295.x Conclusions  Health information technology (HIT)‐related patient outcomes are mediated through nurses’ acting on new information but HIT designed for critical care may not transfer to acute care settings. Exploratory action‐feedback approaches can assist nurse managers in assessing and mitigating the real‐world effects of HIT implementations.Implications for Nursing Management  It is strongly recommended that nurse managers identify stakeholders and develop comprehensive plans for monitoring the effects of HIT in their units. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5306185 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5306185 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5306183&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01316.x Conclusions  There is a risk of adopting a narrow approach to education if management programmes are overly influenced by the immediate needs of application of knowledge to practice. Education is influenced by the needs of the students themselves in coming to the programme to acquire knowledge and skills for application to practice.Implications for nursing management  Nurses undertaking management programmes need to be facilitated to cope with the conflicting demands of completing tasks on the job, engaging deeply with learning from these demands and becoming empowered to develop professionally and personally. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5306183 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5306183 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5240219&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01309.x Conclusions  Frontline community nurses and nurse leaders need to articulate how they intend quality of nursing care to be appreciated and actively indicate ways to show this.Implications for nursing management  Mechanisms to monitor patient safety, a key aspect of the policy agenda for quality care and other technical aspects of care are important for nurse leaders to develop with frontline community nurses. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5240219 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5240219 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5240223&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01278.x Conclusions and implications for nursing management  The development and first evaluation of the model proved encouraging for further use, but it needs further evaluation. Involvement of nursing managers is necessary in order to satisfy new demands on competence and staffing of clinical nurses. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5240223 Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5240223 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5240222&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01301.x Conclusions  The advanced nurse practitioner‐led rehabilitation service was fit for purpose and an emerging model of a non‐medical led care. However, important organizational constraints were identified.Implications for nursing management  An advanced nurse practitioner team, working in collaboration with medical consultants, was a model for future service redesign in the acute hospital setting. Nevertheless, it presented challenges to senior health‐care managers on current organizational infrastructures. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5240222 Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5240222 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5240221&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01307.x Conclusions  Transformational leadership practices of senior nurses empower middle‐ and first‐line nurse managers, leading to increased perceptions of organizational support, quality care and decreased intent to leave.Implications for Nursing Management  Empowered nurse managers at all levels who feel supported by their organizations are more likely to stay in their roles, remain committed to achieving quality patient care and act as influential role models for potential future leaders. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5240221 Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5240221 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5240220&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01308.x Conclusion  The findings suggest transformational leadership style may improve perceptions of work–life balance and employee wellbeing.Implications for nursing management  Managers should adopt transformational leadership styles to reduce work–life conflict and enhance the wellbeing of their staff. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5240220 Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5240220 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228306&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01303.x Conclusion  Nursing students agreed that computer literacy should be included in the curriculum to allow them to become independent computer users. The Department of Health should have IT in all health‐care facilities and also train all health‐care workers to use IT.Implications for Nurse Managers  With the positive attitudes expressed by the students, nurse managers need to create a conducive environment to ensure such a positive attitude continues to excel. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228306 Fri, 16 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228306 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228308&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01282.x Conclusion  There were significant differences among the generations’ psychological empowerment scores. Generational differences related to psychological empowerment could provide insight into inconsistent findings related to nurse job satisfaction.Implications for nursing management  Nurse administrators may consider this evidence when working on strategic plans to motivate and entice Generation X nurses and retain Baby Boomers. Although implications based on this study are tentative, the results indicate the need for administrators to consider the differences between Baby Boomer and Generation X nurses. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228308 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228308 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228307&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01306.x Conclusions  It was concluded that the magnitude, uniqueness and complexity of the phenomenon necessitate effective and sound scientific management principles. This is achieved by providing legal clarity of the concept; developing relevant policies and ensuring effective implementation thereof; rigorous monitoring and evaluation based on comprehensive empirical data; and protecting the rights and safety of these children and ensuring an enabling environment for all stakeholders to address needs and challenges.Implications for nursing management  The role of the nurse manager is to ensure a holistic approach to children living in child‐headed households by acting as a facilitator, advocate, leader, coordinator and consultant. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228307 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228307 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228312&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01203.x Conclusions  The literature revealed that the Y Gen is currently contributing to the nursing workforce demographics. Much discussion exists surrounding the integration of the Y Gen into the workplace along with the other three generations of nurses. There is also an abundance of descriptions of the Y Gen characteristics and values. There is, however, limited reference relating to what attracted this generation to nursing or what might retain them in the nursing workforce.Implications for nursing management  The Y Gen is the largest generation to enter our workforce since the Baby Boomers. Health services need to recognize the needs of the Y Gen nurses and develop strategies to move the profession forward by preparing the current workforce and environment for a generation that is alread... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228312 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228312 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228311&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01305.x Conclusions  The results suggest that job demands, resources and emotional labour can predict nurses’ well‐being.Implications for Nursing Management  The results of the present study indicate that nurses’ well‐being can be predicted by job demands, resources and emotional labour. There is a need to address organizational support and training programmes to enhance job satisfaction and reduce emotional exhaustion among nurses. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228311 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228311 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228310&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01290.x Kukkurainen M.L., Suominen T., Rankinen S., Härkönen E. & Kuokkanen L. (2011) Journal of Nursing Management
Organizational vision: experience at the unit levelAims  The main focus of this follow‐up study was to describe how the vision statements were perceived to describe the work in the units and what kind of relationships there were between the vision statements and background factors during the 3‐year follow‐up.Background  The vision statement gives a competitive advantage to the organization. It helps find the desired direction during a period of transformation in the organization. Satisfaction, empowerment and motivation are challenged in the vision‐realization process.Methods  The data were gathered by questionnaire from the multidisciplinary team members on thr... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228310 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228310 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5198083&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01295.x Conclusions  Health information technology (HIT)‐related patient outcomes are mediated through nurses’ acting on new information but HIT designed for critical care may not transfer to acute care settings. Exploratory action‐feedback approaches can assist nurse managers in assessing and mitigating the real‐world effects of HIT implementations.Implications for Nursing Management  It is strongly recommended that nurse managers identify stakeholders and develop comprehensive plans for monitoring the effects of HIT in their units. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5198083 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5198083 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5287712&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01310.x Conclusion  The delivery of maternity care to immigrant mothers is below the standard expected in the South African context.Implications for nursing management  The nurse manager should support midwives to ensure an environment to care for immigrant mothers in maternity wards. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5287712 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5287712 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5262849&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01257.x Conclusion  This study has identified key aspects and prerequisites for questionnaire processes. The prerequisites – share decision‐making, involve a core group and follow a structure – are discussed and proposed for managers and workgroups to consider in further workplace health promotion questionnaire processes.Implications for nursing management  The key aspects and prerequisites presented could provide a stimulating standpoint or advice, useful for planning and accomplishing workplace questionnaire processes. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5262849 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5262849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5240218&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01313.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5240218 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5240218 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5228305&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01300.x Conclusion  Registered nurses have negative experiences with interaction with patients with mental health challenges in medical wards because of a lack of knowledge and skills in mental health.Implications for nursing management  Ward managers can facilitate the psychological empowerment of registered nurses. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5228305 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5228305 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5212018&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01289.x Conclusions  Although between‐country differences in nurses’ professional practice environment were found, difficulties related to demographic, cultural and health system differences and the way in which nursing is defined in each country need to be considered in the interpretation of the results.Implications for Nursing Management  The results support investment to improve nurse’s work environment, which is important for improving the quality of patient care, optimizing patient outcomes and developing the nursing workforce. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5212018 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5212018 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5198084&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01284.x Conclusion  Effective Non‐Medical Consultants lead, drive and support quality improvement, increased productivity and service effectiveness. Other impacts include sharing and promoting best practice with colleagues, income generation and financial savings through service redesign and/or staff skill mix changes.Implications for Nursing Management  Managerial issues identified may assist Nurse Managers seeking to introduce new consultant roles and/or support, and retain existing consultants to reach their full potential. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5198084 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5198084 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5198082&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01304.x Conclusion  Psychiatric nurses experience hostile behaviour by patients in a forensic ward as disempowering.Implications for nurse management  Nurse managers can facilitate psychiatric nurses’ empowerment by providing them access to: information, support, resources, opportunity and growth. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5198082 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5198082 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5185818&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01294.x Conclusions  Seasoned nurses enjoy, and engage in, nursing and derive benefits from continued practice. Further research is needed to determine the relative importance of the factors identified as important to nurses as they anticipate, and experience, retirement.Implication for nurse managers  An understanding of these factors can be used to aid nursing leaders to retain seasoned nurses in practice beyond retirement age. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5185818 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5185818 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148124&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01286.x Conclusions  This study provided evidence for a significant association between person‐centredness and the satisfaction with care and work of nurses in acute care environments.Implications for nursing management  Promoting and implementing a person‐centred philosophy of care can be one way to improve nurses’ satisfaction with care and work. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148124 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5148124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148126&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01292.x Conclusion  Job satisfaction remained consistent following the transition to TPC. However, nurses perceived that client care within the modified TPC model was more effective than in the previous model.Implications for nursing management  Nursing administration must work collaboratively with nurses to improve processes in nursing practice that could enhance nurses’ job satisfaction and improve client care delivery. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148126 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5148126 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148125&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01287.x Conclusion  Health services managers should encourage nurses to advance their knowledge, skills, and professional capabilities because these may be positively related to patient safety.Implications for Nursing Management  Nursing managers who seek to improve patient safety should consider encouraging nurses to advance their accreditation level. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148125 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5148125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5111741&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01280.x Conclusions  Advanced practice nurses are an important resource in the development of evidence‐based nursing and improve the availability of health‐care services for patients.Implications for nursing management  Nurse leaders are responsible for creating sustainable structures and the prerequisites needed for advanced practice nursing through the formation of supportive organizational systems. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5111741 Tue, 09 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5111741 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5111740&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01235.x Conclusion  The concept analysis of role stress among nurses at the workplace recognized the vulnerability of the nursing discipline towards burnout and distress in general.Implications for Nursing Management  It is critical to be aware of the current state of health care and note the increased workload created for nurses. Nurses are at a greater vulnerability for role stress, making it imperative for health care organizations to critically evaluate and establish preventative measures for the concept of role stress. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5111740 Tue, 09 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5111740 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5111742&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01276.x Conclusion  Prevalence of discomfort, pain, falls, pressure sores together with a specific Direct Instrument Nursing Observation (DINO) tool enable back care advisers to measure quality of patient manual handling. Evaluation of patients’ use of mobility aids together with fear of falling may be important in determining patients’ recovery trajectory.Implications for Nursing Management  Clinical governance places a responsibility on nurse managers to consider quality of care for their service users. ‘Dynamic Interaction Model of Nurse‐Patient Moving and Handling’ provides back care advisers, clinical risk managers and occupational health managers with an alternative perspective to clinical risk and occupational risk. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5111742 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5111742 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5042409&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01270.x Conclusions  No formal competence seems to be a risk factor for psychosomatic health problems.Implications for nursing management  Managers need to have a strategic plan for how to create a working environment for caregivers with no formal competence. Caregivers’ self‐determination seems to be important for stress symptoms. Meaning, self‐determination, impact and opportunities appear to be important for job satisfaction and competence, opportunities, resources and formal power for quality of care. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5042409 Tue, 19 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5042409 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5042408&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01283.x Conclusions  Some factors are associated with job satisfaction in all age cohorts. Other factors differentially influence job satisfaction based on the cohort group.Implications for nursing management  Nurse leaders should consider retention strategies congruent with the job satisfaction predictors of different age groups. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5042408 Tue, 19 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5042408 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5042410&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01272.x leong c.s.u. (2011) Journal of Nursing Management
Factors contributing to contemporary nursing shortage in MacaoAim  The purpose of the study was to examine the reasons for a shortage of nurses in Macao, a Special Administrative Region (SAR) of the People’s Republic of China.Background  Macao is facing a problem that is confronting many other cities or countries in the developed world, namely a shortage of nursing professionals. Increasing shortages are affecting the quality of patient care as well as patient outcomes.Methods  This research study used a qualitative approach to explore and understand the experiences of nurses affected by the manpower shortage. All interviews were transcribed verbatim to convey the interviewees’ intended messages as accurately as possible.Results... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5042410 Mon, 18 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5042410 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5011239&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01273.x Conclusions  Having an admission nurse complete the admission process steadied workflow processes for nurses. Improved patient safety and increased staff and family satisfaction were also reported. The strongly positive feedback led to expansion of the service.Implications for nursing management  Proactively redesigning work processes, using a structured theoretical model such as the (Plan–Do–Study–Act) PDSA approach, may improve outcomes in a chaotic practice environment. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5011239 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5011239 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5185817&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01302.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5185817 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5185817 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5148123&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01299.x Conclusion  The present evaluation study reiterates the need for organizational commitment to succession planning including robust service needs analysis mechanisms and adequate funding for development processes.Implications for nursing management  Nurse managers are viewed as the ‘gatekeepers’ to opportunities for developing advanced nurse practitioners; scare resources must be targeted effectively to support succession planning through the development of selected individuals for future advanced practice posts, justified by service need. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5148123 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5148123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5133890&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01291.x Conclusions  Increased attention has been drawn to nurse working conditions resulting from nursing shortages. The findings of this review suggested that the evidence supporting positive relationships between working conditions and patient outcomes is inconclusive. Further studies of a longitudinal and interventional nature in various settings are needed to advance knowledge of the complex contextual and multivariate influences among nurse working conditions and patient outcomes.Implications for nursing management  Efforts to improve working conditions should be made in various health‐care work settings to ensure patient safety and improve patient quality of outcomes. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5133890 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5133890 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5121324&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01277.x Conclusions  Ward managers perceived advantages for personal and professional development from adopting this process.Implications for Nursing Management  There is a need for greater understanding of clinical supervision before Trusts implement it. The introduction of a resource pack for clinical areas would also be of value. Finally, there needs to be a named person who has a special knowledge of clinical supervision to act as a champion and change agent in effecting implementation at both the executive level and within each clinical area. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5121324 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5121324 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5111739&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01281.x Conclusions  Nurse managers must be aware of their leadership, applying appropriate styles, thereby developing their staff nurses’ skills while promoting their professional satisfaction.Implications for nursing management  Leadership is a complex process that is not separable from job satisfaction. Promoting effective leadership through formal training among nurse managers may translate into having more satisfied nurses, better nursing care, and stronger leadership. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5111739 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5111739 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5065196&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01279.x Conclusions  The continuing demand for health care has led to a reactionary bed management system that, in an attempt to accommodate patients, has resulted in increased transfers between wards. This can have a negative effect on nursing workload and affect patient outcomes.Implications for nursing management  High nursing workload is cited as one reason for nurses leaving the profession. Reductions in non‐essential transfers may reduce nurse workload, improve patient outcomes and enhance continuity of patient care. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5065196 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5065196 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5042407&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01275.x Conclusion  A conceptual model is presented which integrates person‐centredness with leadership thinking in order to effectively impact on the follower’s performance in managing the care environment and delivering person‐centred care.Implications for Nursing Management  Currently the model is being utilized in an action research study to evaluate the role of leaders in the practice setting of long‐term care. While some of the connecting concepts have been identified in the present study, more work needs to be done to unravel these connections in further study of leaders in practice. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5042407 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5042407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022869&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01268.x Conclusions  The public image of nursing appears positive but also has negative aspects. The public image is different from nurse’s image of nursing and is based on myth, misconception and stereotype. This may influence recruitment of nurses.Implications for nursing management  The results of this study offer a way forward to develop recruitment strategies that target changing the public’s image of nursing. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022869 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5022869 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022868&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01269.x Conclusions  Consistent with Kanter’s Theory, higher levels of empowerment and leader–member exchange quality resulted in increased participation in personal knowledge transfer in practice.Implications for nursing management  The results reinforce the pivotal role of nurse managers in supporting empowering work environments that are conducive to transfer of knowledge in practice to provide evidence‐based care. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022868 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5022868 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022867&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01236.x Conclusions  A moderate proportion of respondents had research and QI experience, yet productivity and use of resources was low. Nurses at non‐academically focused facilities were in most need of assistance. Familiarizing nurses with resources and providing protected time may increase productivity.Implications for nursing management  Developing an infrastructure to support nursing research is a worthy goal. Information about interest and experience of nurses can aid management in determining how to focus financial resources. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022867 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5022867 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022866&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01239.x Conclusions and implications  Adequacy of orientation, patient load, work hours, shift work and floating are priority items that need improvement in the work environment of newly licensed registered nurses.Implications for Nursing Management  The present study identified factors involved with newly licensed registered nurses’ perceptions of job difficulties, job demands and job control which will help managers redesign work settings to retain new nurses. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022866 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5022866 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5022865&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01285.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5022865 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5022865 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4971748&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01263.x Conclusion  According to the theoretical model, well‐being at work can be described as nurses’ experience of collaboration, cooperation and togetherness with other nurses in a supporting and caring work environment. The aim and possibility of high‐quality patient care, in a spirit where nurses and nursing are appreciated, were also revealed.Implications for nursing management  The importance of nurse–nurse interaction and nurse–patient interaction as well as ageing nurses’ patient‐care centeredness needs to be taken into account in nursing management and leadership. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4971748 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4971748 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4971747&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01271.x Conclusion  This study showed improvement in two leadership practices of nurse leaders following a programme that has been adapted to Swiss health care.Implications for nursing management  Findings concur with others studies that suggest that investments in educational programs to facilitate leadership skills in nurse leaders are justified. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4971747 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4971747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4940075&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01260.x Conclusions  With compressed operational hours, supervision satisfaction was lower with highly transformational leadership in combination with wider spans. With extended operational hours, supervision satisfaction was higher with highly transformational leadership, and this effect was more pronounced under wider spans.Implications for Nursing Management  Operational hours, which influence the manager’s daily span (average number of direct report staff working per weekday), should be factored into the design of front‐line management positions. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4940075 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4940075 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4940076&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01232.x Conclusions  The reasons for attending clinical supervision can be quite different depending on the basic tasks and organizational culture of the hospital unit.Implications for nursing management  If clinical and managerial supervision are meant to support and complement each other, the nurse manager should be involved in discussions about the needs and goals of clinical supervision provided for staff. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4940076 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4940076 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4971749&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01274.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4971749 Fri, 10 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4971749 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4866615&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2010.01169.x Conclusions  The interpretation and application of confidentiality influences the outcomes of whistle blowing within the context of health‐care services. Conversely, confidentially can be a protective mechanism for health‐care institutions.Implications for nursing management  It is beholden upon nurse manager to carefully risk manage whistle‐blowing events. It is important that nurse managers are aware of the consequences of their interpretation and application of confidentiality to whistle‐blowing events, and the potentially competing outcomes for individuals and the institution. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4866615 Wed, 25 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4866615 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4807882&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2010.01179.x Conclusion  This is the first prospective study that explored the effect of both frequent and occasional bullying on long‐term sickness absence among health care employees. The effect of frequent bullying on long‐term sickness absence was independent of the psychosocial work characteristics.Implications for Nursing Management  Workplace bullying might impact negatively the quality of care and patients safety. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4807882 Sun, 08 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4807882 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5011238&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01240.x Conclusions  Organizational differences between public and private not‐for‐profit hospitals influence the study variables.Implications for Nursing Management  On‐the‐job training for nurse managers in human resource management to increase understanding and advocacy for organizational support policies was recommended. Research to identify organizational, family or social factors which contribute to reduction of perceived occupational stress and increase job satisfaction and job performance was recommended. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5011238 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5011238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5001537&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01243.x Conclusions  This study revealed some shortcomings in the maintenance of individuality in older peoples’ care and the need to change the focus of care from reactive management to a proactive prevention orientation to improve the well‐being of older people.Implications for nursing management  There is a need to examine the care structures and processes and the role of nurse professionals in older peoples’ care under the guidance of nurse leaders and managers. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5001537 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5001537 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4994672&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01231.x Conclusions  To maintain patient safety, more education and collaboration with palliative care teams is needed. Next‐of‐kin are considered as an important resource but their participation must be based on their own conditions.Implications for nursing management  District nurses need regular training on medical devices, must be more specialized in this kind of care and must not fragment their working time within other specialities. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4994672 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4994672 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4987662&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01255.x Conclusions  It is important to periodically review the considerations and motives of nursing students when choosing a workplace and responsively implement various strategies to recruit new nurses.Implications for nursing management  The hospital’s image as a quality and friendly workplace should be strengthened and nursing students should be offered opportunities for professional and academic development. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4987662 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4987662 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4971746&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.1256.x Conclusion  The presence of advanced social skills appeared to potentially prevent resignation among novice nurses. Further investigation is needed to determine the causal relationship between sociality and early resignation.Implications for nursing management  Social skills training for novice nurses may be of benefit in preventing early resignation. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4971746 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4971746 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4956041&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01262.x Conclusions  Age, patient work load and day of the week worked are important factors affecting nurses’ stress levels.Implications for Nursing Management  Nurse managers should consider scheduling as a potential stressor for nurses. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4956041 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4956041 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4940074&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01264.x Conclusion  Bullying may be costly to an organization in terms of staff turnover and subsequent recruitment and training of replacements.Impact for Nursing Management  Managers should regularly monitor the psychosocial work environment. To prevent bullying local policies and procedures should be developed, implemented and evaluated. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4940074 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4940074 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4924834&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01274.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4924834 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4924834 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4866614&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2010.01170.x schalk r. (2010) Journal of Nursing Management
The influence of organizational commitment and health on sickness absenteeism: a longitudinal studyBackground  The prevention of sickness absenteeism of nurses is an important issue for organizations in health care as well as for nurses. The role of work‐related attitudes, such as organizational commitment, as a cause of absenteeism is still unclear.Objectives  To examine the influence over time of organizational commitment, health complaints, and visits to a general practitioner on sickness absenteeism.Design and participants  This was a longitudinal, three‐wave study in two nursing homes in the Netherlands among 224 nurses.Methods  Questionnaire data (self reports of organizational commitment, health complaints, visits to a gen... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4866614 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4866614 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4844220&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01261.x Conclusions  The PDA requires improved content and more functions. Ease of use should also be improved. This study indicates that PDAs could be valuable and may inspire further research.Implications for nursing management  The incorporation of a multifunctional PDA is an important issue for nursing management, as it could both change and provide new possibilities for nursing practice. The use of PDAs could also aid decision‐making, improve patient safety and benefit patient outcomes. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4844220 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4844220 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823588&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2010.01148.x Conclusion  Although the findings were positive toward organizational commitment, continued consideration should be given to the fact that faculty members remain committed as the cost associated with leaving is high.Implication for nursing management  A study of this nature increases the compartment in which faculty administrators monitor the work climate, observe and identify factors that may increase or decrease job satisfaction and the work commitment. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823588 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823588 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823587&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01258.x Conclusions  With support, clinical nursing leaders can effectively embrace KT project leadership roles that complement their positional leadership roles. Clinical nursing leaders’ experiences differed from nursing and medical managers’ experiences.Implications for nursing management  Managers need to be more attuned to the personal risks local leaders experience, providing support for leaders to experiment and innovate. Managers need to integrate local priorities with broader system wide agendas. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823587 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823587 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823586&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01228.x Conclusions  Nurses need to be more willing to develop their leadership skills. Nurses need managers to support them in their leadership roles. They need distinct and supportive organizational prerequisites for leadership.Implications for nursing management  It is crucial to provide distinct and supportive organizational prerequisites for nursing leadership. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823586 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823586 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4823585&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01267.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4823585 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4823585 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4749812&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2010.01189.x Conclusions  The lack of a relationship between leadership style and confidence in delegating patient care tasks were discussed in terms of the PGLQ classification criteria and hospital unit differences. As suggested by the significant two‐way interaction between educational preparation and clinical nursing experience, changes in the nurse’s confidence in delegating patient care tasks to UAPs was a dynamic changing variable that resulted from the interplay between amount of educational preparation and years of clinical nursing experience in this population of nurses. Clearly, generalizability of these findings to nurses outside the US is questionable, thus nurse managers must be familiar with the Nurse Practice Act in their country in order to ensure proper delegation of tasks to app... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4749812 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4749812 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4749811&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2010.01202.x Conclusion  Registered nurses perceptions of delegation within municipal healthcare involve their own work situation, the UP and the patients.Implications for nursing management  Registered nurses who delegate to UP must be given time for mentoring such that the nursing care is safe care of high quality. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4749811 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4749811 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4749810&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01238.x Conclusion  The results provide encouraging evidence for the construct validity of the CLS.Implications for nursing management  Nursing administrators must create empowering work environments to ensure staff nurses have access to work structures which enable them to enact clinical leadership behaviours while providing direct patient care. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4749810 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4749810 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4727584&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2010.01174.x Conclusion  We argue that while PD is portrayed as ‘emancipatory’ and transforming, nurses bear the responsibility for the system and its failures in a web of intricate power relations.Implications for Nursing Management  The present study offers a review of the PD ideology in nursing where a critical perspective has yet to be found. Nursing managers should understand that PD is not a panacea for improving patient care. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4727584 Mon, 18 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4727584 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4727583&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2010.01180.x Conclusions  The results of the present study confirm the importance of self‐efficacy and optimism. Nurses with positive evaluation and expectation towards their self and others tend to report lower depression levels.Implications for Nursing Management  The results of the present study indicate that there is an immediate need to pay further attention to nurses’ depression issues. It is therefore suggested that Nursing Managers take an empowering approach to strengthen nurses’ self‐efficacy and optimism levels to prevent depression in this profession. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4727583 Mon, 18 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4727583 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4727582&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2010.01186.x Conclusions and implications for Nursing Management  Hospital management can accomplish their goals more effectively through knowledge of the level of group cohesion, superior support and peer support for nursing staff in accordance with unit specialty. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4727582 Mon, 18 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4727582 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4688426&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01227.x Conclusions  Successful leadership is dependent on the actions of many within organizations. Followers play an active role in leadership.Implications for nursing management  Failure to consider differences amongst followers denies the impact followers have on the success (or failure) of the leadership process and ultimately on an organization’s ability to achieve goals. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4688426 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4688426 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4688425&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01237.x Conclusion  Mental health nurses’ leadership, management and transformational leadership are positively related in terms of effectiveness and nurses’ skills.Implication for nursing management  It is important to consider mental health nurses’ management as a form of leadership similar to or as a natural consequence of transformational leadership (TL) and that ethical concerns must be constantly prioritized throughout every level of the organization. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4688425 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4688425 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4672645&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2010.01188.x Conclusions  Despite the variety of dissatisfaction factors rooted in social interaction and organisational situation, participants achieved the highest job satisfaction when trusting in self‐value systems and the spiritual value of their job objectives.Implications  Intervention is needed to increase organisational and professional support for nurses. However, highlighting the sacred and spiritual value of the nursing profession, which is rooted in religious values and culture, provides additional reinforcement for enhancing the job satisfaction among this segment of health care providers. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4672645 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4672645 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4672644&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01195.x Conclusion  There are more similarities than differences between male and female registered nurses in factors that affect job satisfaction.Implications for nursing management  Nursing management needs to increase their awareness of the potential for workplace aggression towards male registered nurses and to explore the perceptions of interpersonal interactions that affect satisfaction in the workplace. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4672644 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4672644 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4672643&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01196.x Conclusion  To become effective in conflict management nurses and physicians must understand causes and strategies in handling conflicts.Implications for nursing management  Major changes are needed regarding human resource management, work incentives and dynamics of teamwork in order to improve working conditions in Greek public hospitals. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4672643 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4672643 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4672642&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01244.x Conclusion  Nurse managers require strategic leadership to transform practice and enhance mental health service users’ physical health through medication monitoring. Good practice guidelines should be implemented to improve quality of care and reduce the risk of adverse events.Addition to current knowledge  This paper illustrates the importance of medication monitoring in improving physical health. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4672642 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4672642 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4807881&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01219.x Conclusion(s)  There is a need for robust data gathering and research in the field of NHS managerial practice.Implications for nursing management  Managers should refrain from adopting punitive forms of performance management. Frontline staff and management need better training and support for dealing with poor performance. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4807881 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4807881 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4749809&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01252.x Conclusion  NMs who frequently display TFL leadership styles will probably achieve goals in a satisfying manner, warranting further research.Implication for Nursing Management  TFL leadership training should be a basic competency requirement of NMs. Placing successful and effective TFL leaders in nursing units are the professional and moral obligations of nurse executives. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4749809 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4749809 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4737575&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01251.x Conclusions  PDAs are developing into useful clinical tools by providing quick and important information for safer care.Implications for nursing management  Using bedside PDAs effectively assists with maintaining patient safety, efficiency of care delivery and staff satisfaction. This study evaluates the initial implementation of PDAs by students, our future multitasking nurses. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4737575 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4737575 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4737574&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01234.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4737574 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4737574 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4737573&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01245.x hemingway s., baxter h., smith g., burgess‐dawson r. & dewhirst k. (2011) Journal of Nursing Management 19, 366–376
Collaboratively planning for medicines administration competency: a survey evaluationAims  This survey evaluated the experiences of mental health nurses who had undergone assessment of their competence in the administration of medicines using established assessment frameworks.Background  Medicines management activities have at times been widely criticized. Joint collaborations between Higher Education Authorities and the National Health Service in education and training can start to address some of these criticisms.Method  A questionnaire using 22 closed and open response questions was distributed to 827 practising mental health nurses and 44 graduate mental ... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4737573 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4737573 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4737572&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01248.x saintsing d., gibson l.m.&pennington a.w. (2011) Journal of Nursing Management 19, 354–359
The novice nurse and clinical decision‐making: how to avoid errorsAim  The purpose of this integrative review is to present the evidence in relation to novice nurses’ errors when faced with clinical decision‐making in the first years of a nursing career.Background  Recent studies identify a need for nursing schools to produce 30 000 new graduates each year to keep up with the nursing shortage. Novice nurses may be at greater risk for errors than experienced nurses. As the novice nurse moves into practice, it is imperative to recognize potential mistakes in order to prevent errors.Evaluation  Articles selected included information regarding types of errors, causes of errors and ... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4737572 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4737572 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4737571&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01249.x Conclusions  Developing strategies to reduce nurses’ fear of punishment and supporting nurses’ attitudes in a constructive manner are needed.Implications for nursing management  Effective strategies for nursing are needed, particularly during the day‐shift, and during routine medication administration. In addition, non‐punitive reporting systems of medication error should be established and patients should be included in reporting. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4737571 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4737571 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4737570&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2010.01173.x Conclusion  It is clear that differing work schedules result in differing levels of fatigue, with shift work attributing to higher levels than day work.Implications for Nursing Management  Nurse managers need to take into account the fatiguing effects of different work schedules when designing rostering patterns. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4737570 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4737570 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4737569&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01246.x Conclusions  Better monitoring implies better care, but there is a paucity of data on the validation, implementation, evaluation and clinical testing of vital signs’ monitoring systems in general wards.Implications for nursing management  Recording vital signs is not enough. Patient safety continues to depend on nurses’ clinical judgment of deterioration. Resources are needed to validate and evaluate MEWS/EWS systems in context. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4737569 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4737569 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4737568&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01250.x Conclusion  Drug safety in pregnancy remains undetermined. Collaboration across Europe has the potential to provide a framework for safety evaluation.Implications for nursing management  Prescribers should consider the possibility of pregnancy in women of child‐bearing age. Careful review of maternal drug use in early pregnancy is essential. Midwives and nurses should be aware of adverse event drug reporting systems, including congenital anomaly registers. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4737568 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4737568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4737567&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01259.x Conclusions  The skills necessary for working with forensic patients are a development of a wider mental health nursing and therapy skill‐set.Implications for nursing management  Nurse managers within forensic services need to be clear about the values of their services and ensure that therapeutic approaches are consistent with these values. Managers must consider how to support nurses acquire the requisite skill‐set. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4737567 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4737567 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4737566&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01265.x (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4737566 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4737566 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4646590&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01220.x Conclusions  An evidence‐based SCP seems to be useful in patient care and improves perceived knowledge about evidence‐based guidelines in stroke care.Implications for nursing management  For nursing managers, introduction of evidence‐based SCP in the EHR may improve the prerequisites for promoting high‐quality EBP in multi‐professional care. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4646590 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4646590 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4646589&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01221.x Conclusions  Studies abroad are a beneficial strategy for the development of future nurses’ cultural competence.Implications for nursing management  Nursing is facing a crucial challenge to recruit culturally competent nurses, because an increasing number of patients are from different cultures. Nurses with experiences of studying abroad can offer employers a resource through their preparedness for culturally competent nursing. (Source: Journal of Nursing Management) Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4646589 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4646589 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4646588&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01222.x Conclusions  Although major reasons for migration are related to improved income and professional stature, these have overwhelmingly shown to erode upon relocation. Cultural displacement appears to largely stem from communication and language differences, feelings of being an outsider and differences in nursing practice. The deskilling process and discrimination are also key players which hinder transition and demoralize many IENs.Implications for Nursing Management  The present study highlights that the huge advantages in professional skill and cultural diversity that IENs can bring to any nursing unit will not be fully realized without substantial efforts to reduce practice limitations (deskilling) and discrimination. Individual strategies for easing the transition should be taught t... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4646588 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4646588 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4646587&cid=s_32349_27_f&fid=32349&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdx.doi.org%2F10.1111%252Fj.1365-2834.2011.01209.x Conclusion  This study supports a positive relationship between transformational leadership, supportive work environments and staff nurses’ intentions to remain in their current positions. Incorporating relational leadership theory into management practices will influence nurse retention. Advancing current conceptual models will increase knowledge of intent to stay. Clarifying the distinction between the concepts intent to stay and intent to leave is needed to establish a clear theoretical foundation for further intent to stay research.Implications for Nurse Managers  Nurse managers and leaders who practice relational leadership and ensure quality workplace environments are more likely to retain their staff. The findings of the present study support the claim that leadership practice... Journal of Nursing Management journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4646587 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4646587