Welcome to the latest key papers and publications focussing mainly on revalidation and reflection and
leadership in the nursing profession.
The British Journal of Nursing, Nursing Times, British Journal of Healthcare Assistants,
Journal of Perioperative Practice and the British Journal of Midwifery
are all either available in print within the library or online via your OpenAthens username and password.
Please click on the links below and enter your OpenAthens username and password to download the full text or contact the library at esth.hirsonlibrary@nhs.net to request the full text.
Please click on the links below and enter your OpenAthens username and password to download the full text or contact the library at esth.hirsonlibrary@nhs.net to request the full text.
Abstract: This review
aimed to identify and review primary research to address the question: 'Is
there evidence that mentors are failing to fail underperforming student
nurses?' the review concludes that the phenomenon of failing to fail continues
to concern the nursing profession but there is limited primary research
evidence to inform contemporary discussions in the UK regarding the management
of this in practice.
Source: British
Journal of Nursing 2019; 28(4): 250 - 255
Abstract: A guide for those who aspire to be an
executive nurse working effectively at board level, those already in posts, and
for NHS trusts that want to support and develop this important role.
Source: NHS
Improvement; 2019 [Freely
available online]
Abstract: A five-day educational course showed potential to
reduce work-based stress and burnout among nurses working in intensive care
units in France. The study conducted in multiple adult intensive care units
aimed to identify the effects of an intensive, continuing medical education
program on occupational stress.
Source: NIHR Dissemination Centre; 2019 [Freely
available online]
Abstract: Adequate nurse
staffing is linked with improved patient outcomes and quality of care, making
this an NHS priority. Technologies are available to help NHS managers plan the
workforce, but there is little understanding of how these are used. This
theory-driven research involved literature review, stakeholder workshops and
interviews with managers to explore the use of tools and any barriers to
successful implementation.
Source: NIHR Dissemination Centre; 2019 [Freely available
online]
Abstract: This piece of research
was led by Professor Anne Marie Rafferty of King’s College London and
commissioned by NHS Improvement to explore the perspective of older nurses
(50+) working in acute hospital trusts. The research focussed on a range of
factors that might influence their decisions to retire, leave early, stay or
return. The research contains a number of recommendations for improving
retention of older nurses.
Source: NHS
Improvement; 2019 [Freely available online]
Abstract:
There is a shortfall of over 10% of the NHS workforce in the UK and the Nursing
and Midwifery Council has reported that an estimated 18% of nurses leave the
profession altogether within 3 years of qualification. Canada and the USA also
face retention issues. The transition period from student to registered nurse
is considered an important period during which the newly qualified nurse (NQN)
gains experience.
Source: British
Journal of Nursing 2019; 28(3): 168-173
Abstract: The author
explains how initiatives, such as the West Midlands cultural ambassador
programme, can bring positive changes for black and minority ethnic staff.
Source: British
Journal of Nursing 2019; 28(3): 211-211
Abstract: The author discusses the
effects of registered nurse shortages on the education of nursing students.
Source: British Journal of Nursing 2019; 28(3): 208-208
Abstract:
Stereotypes and misperceptions in nursing
still thrive. There are big challenges that some men in nursing face and this
could be impacting on the number of men in nursing.
Source:
British Journal of Healthcare Assistants
2019; 13(1): 31 – 33
Abstract: This article examines the important role that
support workers and nursing associates play in being a coach for other less
experienced team members. There is a difference between being a coach and being
a mentor and this will be explored.
Source: British Journal of Healthcare Assistants 2019; 13(1): 44 - 46
Abstract:
Thomas Buckley explains why being a man shouldn't be a barrier to working
as a nurse in general practice.
Source: Practice Nursing 2018; 29(6): 300 – 301
Abstract:
Personality clashes are a cause for concern
but by building bridges rather than walls you can overcome them, suggests John
Fowler.
Source:
Dental Nursing 2019; 15(4): 168 - 169
Abstract: John Fowler, Educational Consultant, explores CPD
for clinically based nurses.
Source: British Journal of Nursing 2019; 28(6): 394
Abstract:
In this new series, John Fowler, a noted nursing author, will explore the
use of reflection in mental health nursing. Over the next eight issues, John
will be examining some of the techniques that mental health nurses can use to
aid their own reflection and how reflection can be applied to clinical practice
and management. The series will cover portfolios, reflective learning,
reflective evidence, the use of feedback and reflection in all aspects of life.
Source: British Journal of Mental Health Nursing 2019;
07 Mar 2019 [Ahead of Print]
