Integrative Review Of Empirical Literature Research Articles

Community nursing as a career.

British Journal of Community NursingVol. 28, No. 5 While's WordsCommunity nursing as a careerAlison WhileAlison WhileEmeritus Professor of Community Nursing, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, King's College London and Midwifery and Fellow of the Queen's Nursing InstituteSearch for more papers by this authorAlison WhilePublished Online:2 May 2023https://doi.org/10.12968/bjcn.2023.28.5.216AboutSectionsView articleView Full TextPDF/EPUB ToolsAdd to favoritesDownload CitationsTrack CitationsPermissions ShareShare onFacebookTwitterLinked InEmail View article References Caers R, Du Bois C, Jegers M, De Gieter S, De Cooman R, Pepermans R. Measuring community nurses' job satisfaction: literature review. J Adv Nurs. 2008;62(5):521-529. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2648.2008.04620.x Crossref, Medline, Google ScholarDelgado C, Upton D, Ranse K, Furness T, Foster K. Nurses' resilience and the emotional labour of nursing work: An integrative review of empirical literature. Int J Nurs Stud. 2017;70:71-88. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2017.02.008 Crossref, Medline, Google ScholarDowrick A, Mitchinson L, Hoernke K, Mulcahy Symmons S, Cooper S, Martin S, Vanderslott S, Vera San Juan N, Vindrola-Padros C. Re-ordering connections: UK healthcare workers' experiences of emotion management during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sociol Health Illn. 2021;43(9):2156-2177. https://doi.org/10.1111/1467-9566.13390 Crossref, Medline, Google ScholarHalcomb E, Smyth E, McInnes S. Job satisfaction and career intentions of registered nurses in primary health care: an integrative review. BMC Fam Pract. 2018;19(1):136. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-018-0819-1 Crossref, Medline, Google ScholarHughes JA. Just a conversation between friends about nothing new. Br J Community Nurs. 2023;28(3):109-110. https://doi.org/10.12968/bjcn.2023.28.3.109 Link, Google ScholarLu H, Barriball KL, Zhang X, While AE. Job satisfaction among hospital nurses revisited: a systematic review. Int J Nurs Stud. 2012;49(8):1017-1038. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2011.11.009 Crossref, Medline, Google ScholarLu H, Zhao Y, While A. Job satisfaction among hospital nurses: A literature review. Int J Nurs Stud. 2019;94:21-31. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2019.01.011 Crossref, Medline, Google ScholarMiles B. A review of the potential impact of professional nurse advocates in reducing stress and burnout in district nursing. Br J Community Nurs. 2023;28(3):132-136. https://doi.org/10.12968/bjcn.2023.28.3.132 Link, Google ScholarMurrells T, Robinson S, Griffiths P. Job satisfaction trends during nurses' early career. BMC Nurs. 2008;7:7. https://doi.org/10.1186/1472-6955-7-7 Crossref, Medline, Google ScholarNHS Employers. Preceptorships for newly qualified staff. 2022. https://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/preceptorships-newly-qualified-staff (accessed 03 April 2023) Google ScholarNHS England. National preceptorship framework for nursing. 2022.https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/national-preceptorship-framework-for-nursing/ (accessed 03 April 2023) Google ScholarNursing and Midwifery Council. Principles for preceptorship. 2022. https://www.nmc.org.uk/globalassets/sitedocuments/nmc-publications/nmc-principles-for-preceptorship-a5.pdf (accessed 03 April 2023) Google ScholarQueen's Nursing Institute. Pre-registration community nursing placements: survey report. 2021. https://qni.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Pre-registration-community-nursing-placements-survey-report-2021.pdf (accessed 03 April 2023) Google ScholarSenek M, Robertson S, Ryan T, King R, Wood E, Taylor B, Tod A. Determinants of nurse job dissatisfaction - findings from a cross-sectional survey analysis in the UK. BMC Nurs. 2020;19:88. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12912-020-00481-3 Crossref, Medline, Google ScholarThe King's Fund. The courage of compassion: supporting nurses and midwives to deliver high-quality care. 2020. https://www.kingsfund.org.uk/sites/default/files/2020-09/The%20courage%20of%20compassion%20full%20report_0.pdf (accessed 03 April 2023) Google ScholarTraynor M, Wade B. The development of a measure of job satisfaction for use in monitoring the morale of community nurses in four trusts. J Adv Nurs. 1993;18(1):127-136. https://doi.org/10.1046/j.1365-2648.1993.18010127.x Crossref, Medline, Google ScholarTucker G, Atkinson J, Kelly J, Parkin L, McKenzie A, Scott S, Joyce S, Davidson D. Evaluation of a structured preceptorship programme. Br J Community Nurs. 2019;24(11):554-557. https://doi.org/10.12968/bjcn.2019.24.11.554 Link, Google Scholar FiguresReferencesRelatedDetails 2 May 2023Volume 28Issue 5ISSN (print): 1462-4753ISSN (online): 2052-2215 Metrics History Published online 2 May 2023 Published in print 2 May 2023 Information© MA Healthcare LimitedPDF download

The therapeutic relationship between a client and dietitian: A systematic integrative review of empirical literature.

AimScientific evidence underpins dietetics practice; however, evidence of how the therapeutic relationship influences outcomes is limited. This integrative review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the topic of the therapeutic relationship between clients and dietitians in the individual counselling context by summarising empirical literature into qualitative themes.MethodsAn electronic literature search of the Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health Literature, PsychInfo, Scopus and Web of Science databases was conducted in October 2018 and repeated in February 2021. Studies were included if they explicitly referred to the therapeutic relationship (or associated terms), were based on study data and available in full text. Extracted data were checked by a second researcher and the methodological quality was evaluated independently by two researchers using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. An iterative process of qualitatively coding, categorising and comparing data to examine recurring themes was applied.ResultsSeventy‐six studies met the inclusion criteria. Five themes were identified which showed the extent and nature of research in this area. Studies revealed the therapeutic relationship: (i) is valued within clinical dietetic practice, (ii) involves complex and multifactorial interactions, (iii) is perceived as having a positive influence, (iv) requires skills training and (v) is embedded in practice models and tools.ConclusionStudies show the therapeutic relationship is a valued and multifactorial component of clinical dietetic practice and is perceived to positively influence the client and dietitian. Observational data are needed to assess the extent to which the strength of the therapeutic relationship might contribute to clients' health outcomes.

An integrative review of empirical literature on indigenous cognitive impairment and dementia.

To synthesize research findings about Indigenous perspectives on cognitive impairment and dementia. Whittemore and Knafl's updated approach to integrative review and PRISMA guidelines for narrative analysis was followed. A systematic search of the published literature from 2010-June 2020 was undertaken in four databases and complemented by supplementary searches. Thirty-four studies met the research question and inclusion criteria. Four themes describe the findings. Most of the studies were conducted by non-Indigenous researchers and may reflect Western perspectives on dementia rather than Indigenous views. A majority of the studies report epidemiological data or the testing of clinical tools. The review indicates a dearth of knowledge about Indigenous perspectives on ageing and understanding of cognitive impairment and dementia. Researchers need to draw on Indigenous traditional knowledge, culture, and traditions through a meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities and Elders to indigenize and decolonize dementia care. This integrative review highlights the need for community-led discussions and community engagement around Indigenous perspectives, needs, and understandings of ageing, cognitive impairment, and dementia care.

The MRCGP Clinical Skills Assessment: an integrative review of evidence

BackgroundSuccessful completion of all three components of the Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners UK (MRCGP) is required for a doctor to practise independently as a general practitioner (GP). One component, the Clinical Skills Assessment (CSA), is a high fidelity, high stakes examination designed to provide an objective external assessment of clinical skills.AimThe aim of this integrative review was to identify, critically appraise and synthesise published empirical evidence on the CSA to identify areas for further inquiry or future collaboration.Design and settingAn integrative review of empirical literature focused on the MRCGP CSA.MethodA search strategy was developed to conduct an integrative review of empirical published literature. The quality of studies was assessed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool (MMAT).Results11 of the 31 records reviewed were included. Studies were heterogeneous looking at the use of simulated patients, child actors and mock CSAs. Variables contributing to performance on the CSA, with a particular emphasis on the International Medical Graduate, were identified.ConclusionA small pool of published evidence regarding the CSA exists, focused on factors influencing CSA performance. Future research could explore the effectiveness of interventions to improve performance on the CSA and use robust measures to consider candidates’ experience of the CSA.