Nursing Practice and Professional Standards in New Zealand

A comprehensive set of 80 vocabulary flashcards covering essential terms and concepts related to nursing practice and professional standards in New Zealand.

Ministry of Health (MOH)

The New Zealand government agency that oversees and manages the public healthcare system.

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

A living partnership agreement between Māori and the Crown that guarantees self-determination and obliges the Crown to protect Māori health.

Steward

The role of the MOH in safeguarding and managing the health system.

Regulated Professions

Professions that require legal scope of practice, registration, and regulatory oversight.

Non-Regulated Professions

Professions that do not require a legal scope of practice and are less subjected to regulatory scrutiny.

Annual Practising Certificate (APC)

A certificate required for health practitioners to legally practice in their profession.

Professional Conduct Committee (PCC)

A committee that investigates complaints against health practitioners and determines necessary actions.

Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCA)

An Act that establishes the framework for the regulation of health practitioners to protect public safety.

Disciplinary Framework

The structure established by the HPCA for managing misconduct and competence issues among health practitioners.

Cultural Safety

Care that is inclusive, responsive, and equitable as determined by the recipient.

Māori Health

A commitment to support, protect, and respect Māori rights while advocating for health equity.

Ethics in Nursing

Moral principles guiding nurses' behaviors focusing on right and wrong.

Compassion Fatigue

Emotional depletion experienced by caregivers resulting from exposure to patient suffering.

Reflective Practice

A structured process of reviewing experiences to learn and improve practice.

Clinical Judgment

The application of reasoning and decision-making in nursing practice.

Negotiated Consent

Consent granted when a patient is informed and understands the implications of their choices.

HPDT

Health Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal, which hears serious professional misconduct cases.

Conflict Resolution Techniques

Strategies employed to manage and resolve disagreements within teams.

Seven C’s of Communication

Clear, Concise, Concrete, Coherent, Complete, Courteous, Compassionate

Vulnerability

The increased risk faced by patients due to their circumstances, impacting their healthcare.

Manaakitanga

The value of caring for others with respect and hospitality.

Whanaungatanga

The value of building and maintaining relationships.

Rangatiratanga

The value representing self-determination and leadership.

Pūkengatanga

The pursuit of knowledge and expertise in nursing practice.

Duty of Care

An obligation for nurses to provide competent and ethical care.

Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ)

The authority responsible for regulating nursing practice in New Zealand.

Profession Practice Models

Frameworks that guide the standards and practices of a specific profession.

Scope of Practice

A description of what nurses are legally authorized to do in their roles.

Unregistered Practice

Health-related activities performed by individuals without valid registration or credentials.

Consumer Rights

Rights established to protect the interests and dignity of health service consumers.

Quality of Care

The standard of services provided by health practitioners as determined by regulatory requirements.

Health Information Privacy Code

Regulations governing the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of health information.

Emotional Intelligence (EI)

The ability to understand and manage one's emotions and those of others.

Professional Boundaries

The ethical and legal limits that protect both nurse and patient from harm.

Therapeutic Relationships

Professional relationships between nurses and patients that foster trust and respect.

Gibbs' Reflective Cycle

A model of reflection that involves Description, Feelings, Evaluation, Analysis, Conclusion, Action.

Advocacy in Nursing

The act of supporting and promoting the rights and interests of patients.

Holistic Care

An approach to healthcare that considers the whole person, including physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects.

Interprofessional Practice

Collaboration among multiple health professionals to deliver patient-centered care.

Clinical Governance

A framework through which healthcare organizations are accountable for continuously improving the quality of their services.

Malpractice

Failure to provide the standard of care expected, resulting in harm to a patient.

Health Targets

Measurable goals set to improve the performance and quality of healthcare services.

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)

The integration of the best available evidence with clinical expertise and patient values.

Privacy Principles

Guidelines that ensure the protection of personal and health data.

Systematic Review

A methodical evaluation of all available research on a specific topic.

Advice and Consent

The process of guiding and obtaining agreement from patients regarding their healthcare.

Patient Safety

The prevention of errors and adverse effects associated with healthcare.

Crisis Management

The process of responding to unexpected or urgent patient care issues.

Empathy in Nursing

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another, particularly in a patient context.

Feedback and Reflection

A process that combines receiving information about one’s performance with self-evaluation.

Conducting Patient Assessments

The systematic collection of a patient's health data to formulate care plans.

Advancing Nursing Practice

The continuous development and improvement of nursing skills and knowledge.

Continuity of Care

An approach to providing seamless care that connects different healthcare services over time.

Competence Review

An evaluation process to ensure healthcare practitioners meet the required competencies.

Support Roles

Positions that assist regulated professions in providing care, such as health assistants.

Boundaries in Social Media

Guidelines for maintaining a professional identity while using social platforms.

Healthcare Policy

Guiding principles that dictate the actions of healthcare providers and organizations.

Māori Values in Health

Codes that reflect cultural beliefs and practices related to healthcare in Māori communities.

Registry for Health Practitioners

Database maintained for professionals to validate their registration and credentials.

Consumer Advocacy

Supporting and ensuring that consumer rights are upheld in healthcare decisions.

Negligence

Failure to take proper care in doing something, resulting in damage or injury.

Health Education

Information and resources provided to patients for informed health decisions.

Evidence Summary

A concise overview of current research findings related to a specific health question.

Integrated Care Models

Healthcare practices that coordinate services across different providers for comprehensive care.

Contextual Communication

Adapting communication styles and methods based on the situational needs and cultural backgrounds.

Self-Care for Nurses

Practices that support a nurse's own health and well-being to sustain their professional capabilities.

Ministry of Health (MOH)

The New Zealand government agency that oversees and manages the public healthcare system.

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

A living partnership agreement between Māori and the Crown that guarantees self-determination and obliges the Crown to protect Māori health.

Steward

The role of the MOH in safeguarding and managing the health system.

Regulated Professions

Professions that require legal scope of practice, registration, and regulatory oversight.

Non-Regulated Professions

Professions that do not require a legal scope of practice and are less subjected to regulatory scrutiny.

Annual Practising Certificate (APC)

A certificate required for health practitioners to legally practice in their profession.

Professional Conduct Committee (PCC)

A committee that investigates complaints against health practitioners and determines necessary actions.

Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCA)

An Act that establishes the framework for the regulation of health practitioners to protect public safety.

Disciplinary Framework

The structure established by the HPCA for managing misconduct and competence issues among health practitioners.

Cultural Safety

Care that is inclusive, responsive, and equitable as determined by the recipient.

Māori Health

A commitment to support, protect, and respect Māori rights while advocating for health equity.

Ethics in Nursing

Moral principles guiding nurses' behaviors focusing on right and wrong.

Compassion Fatigue

Emotional depletion experienced by caregivers resulting from exposure to patient suffering.

Reflective Practice

A structured process of reviewing experiences to learn and improve practice.

Clinical Judgment

The application of reasoning and decision-making in nursing practice.

Negotiated Consent

Consent granted when a patient is informed and understands the implications of their choices.

HPDT

Health Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal, which hears serious professional misconduct cases.

Conflict Resolution Techniques

Strategies employed to manage and resolve disagreements within teams.

Seven C’s of Communication

Clear, Concise, Concrete, Coherent, Complete, Courteous, Compassionate

Vulnerability

The increased risk faced by patients due to their circumstances, impacting their healthcare.

Manaakitanga

The value of caring for others with respect and hospitality.

Whanaungatanga

The value of building and maintaining relationships.

Rangatiratanga

The value representing self-determination and leadership.

Pūkengatanga

The pursuit of knowledge and expertise in nursing practice.

Duty of Care

An obligation for nurses to provide competent and ethical care.

Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ)

The authority responsible for regulating nursing practice in New Zealand.

Profession Practice Models

Frameworks that guide the standards and practices of a specific profession.

Scope of Practice

A description of what nurses are legally authorized to do in their roles.

Unregistered Practice

Health-related activities performed by individuals without valid registration or credentials.

Consumer Rights

Rights established to protect the interests and dignity of health service consumers.

Quality of Care

The standard of services provided by health practitioners as determined by regulatory requirements.

Health Information Privacy Code

Regulations governing the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of health information.

Emotional Intelligence (EI)

The ability to understand and manage one's emotions and those of others.

Professional Boundaries

The ethical and legal limits that protect both nurse and patient from harm.