BackgroundGlobally, government and higher education institutions are expected to increase interna... more BackgroundGlobally, government and higher education institutions are expected to increase international student numbers. Programme development, marketing international collaboration and management has been the focus of strategy roll out.AimsThis study aimed to explore international student experiences while undertaking Master of Science postgraduate education far from home.MethodsA qualitative descriptive design was used. Following ethical approval, 11 students studying on a Master of Science Nursing postgraduate programme in one health education institute in Ireland volunteered to participate. Students were of Asian origin and mixed gender and the average age was 27. Data were collected using face-to-face semi-structured interviews and data analysis followed Burnard’s thematic framework.ResultsThe data provide evidence of the complexities and challenges experienced when studying on a Master of Science postgraduate nursing programme. Students described a process of juggling to survive and succeed. Three overarching categories emerged: differing realities, working through, and learning new ways.ConclusionsThis study adds to international debate regarding structures and processes supporting international nurse education. In meeting ethnic and culturally-diverse student learning needs, consideration of learning and teaching approaches is warranted. For globalisation in nurse education to prosper, investment needs to move from focusing on recruitment towards structures and processes to nurture intercultural learning.
This article discusses the personal and professional journey of discovery experienced by a nurse ... more This article discusses the personal and professional journey of discovery experienced by a nurse lecturer as a result of engagement in a project exploring the impact of racism in the nursing classroom. The findings of the study demonstrated the existence and complexity of racism, the impact of racism on student learning, the limitations of lecturers in recognizing and addressing racism and organizational factors which perpetuate institutional racism. The authors describe the insight gained from the research process and how this has influenced the practice of the first author and how reflection and mentorship by the second author have challenged personal ethnocentricity, encouraged new ways of thinking, enhanced confidence and encouraged experiential teaching strategies. The article highlights the ways in which nurse lecturers might become culturally competent and in particular addressing issues of racism in the classroom and enabling learning which is applicable in practice.
Poster presented at the Annual Education & Research Seminar of the Irish Association for Pall... more Poster presented at the Annual Education & Research Seminar of the Irish Association for Palliative Care, Kilkenny on the 2nd February 2017.
AIM This paper highlights integrity as a central tenet in the journey of ethical leadership among... more AIM This paper highlights integrity as a central tenet in the journey of ethical leadership among nurse leaders, and dialogue as a way of working within integrity. BACKGROUND Nurse leaders play a critical role in ensuring ethically sound, safe patient care by supporting staff and fostering positive working environments. Although there is an abundance of literature on leadership, no universally accepted leadership theory exists. Hence, it can be difficult to apply leadership theory and principals to real-life clinical practice. EVALUATION From the literature, it is evident that integrity is a crucial aspect of leadership. This paper proposes suggestions for nurturing integrity and fostering open and honest dialogue. KEY ISSUES Globally, public health care is complex and evolving and effective nursing leadership is paramount to meet public health needs and support healthcare systems. CONCLUSION This paper explores integrity with leadership, re-envisaging personal and professional integrity as a portal to authentic leadership, which has human relationships and dialogue at its core. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING MANAGEMENT Nurse leaders need support in guiding the nursing profession and promoting ethically sound patient care. The true nature of leadership is dialogue and nurturing a culture of listening and openness at different levels within an organisation is crucial.
BackgroundGlobally, government and higher education institutions are expected to increase interna... more BackgroundGlobally, government and higher education institutions are expected to increase international student numbers. Programme development, marketing international collaboration and management has been the focus of strategy roll out.AimsThis study aimed to explore international student experiences while undertaking Master of Science postgraduate education far from home.MethodsA qualitative descriptive design was used. Following ethical approval, 11 students studying on a Master of Science Nursing postgraduate programme in one health education institute in Ireland volunteered to participate. Students were of Asian origin and mixed gender and the average age was 27. Data were collected using face-to-face semi-structured interviews and data analysis followed Burnard’s thematic framework.ResultsThe data provide evidence of the complexities and challenges experienced when studying on a Master of Science postgraduate nursing programme. Students described a process of juggling to survive and succeed. Three overarching categories emerged: differing realities, working through, and learning new ways.ConclusionsThis study adds to international debate regarding structures and processes supporting international nurse education. In meeting ethnic and culturally-diverse student learning needs, consideration of learning and teaching approaches is warranted. For globalisation in nurse education to prosper, investment needs to move from focusing on recruitment towards structures and processes to nurture intercultural learning.
This article discusses the personal and professional journey of discovery experienced by a nurse ... more This article discusses the personal and professional journey of discovery experienced by a nurse lecturer as a result of engagement in a project exploring the impact of racism in the nursing classroom. The findings of the study demonstrated the existence and complexity of racism, the impact of racism on student learning, the limitations of lecturers in recognizing and addressing racism and organizational factors which perpetuate institutional racism. The authors describe the insight gained from the research process and how this has influenced the practice of the first author and how reflection and mentorship by the second author have challenged personal ethnocentricity, encouraged new ways of thinking, enhanced confidence and encouraged experiential teaching strategies. The article highlights the ways in which nurse lecturers might become culturally competent and in particular addressing issues of racism in the classroom and enabling learning which is applicable in practice.
Poster presented at the Annual Education & Research Seminar of the Irish Association for Pall... more Poster presented at the Annual Education & Research Seminar of the Irish Association for Palliative Care, Kilkenny on the 2nd February 2017.
AIM This paper highlights integrity as a central tenet in the journey of ethical leadership among... more AIM This paper highlights integrity as a central tenet in the journey of ethical leadership among nurse leaders, and dialogue as a way of working within integrity. BACKGROUND Nurse leaders play a critical role in ensuring ethically sound, safe patient care by supporting staff and fostering positive working environments. Although there is an abundance of literature on leadership, no universally accepted leadership theory exists. Hence, it can be difficult to apply leadership theory and principals to real-life clinical practice. EVALUATION From the literature, it is evident that integrity is a crucial aspect of leadership. This paper proposes suggestions for nurturing integrity and fostering open and honest dialogue. KEY ISSUES Globally, public health care is complex and evolving and effective nursing leadership is paramount to meet public health needs and support healthcare systems. CONCLUSION This paper explores integrity with leadership, re-envisaging personal and professional integrity as a portal to authentic leadership, which has human relationships and dialogue at its core. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING MANAGEMENT Nurse leaders need support in guiding the nursing profession and promoting ethically sound patient care. The true nature of leadership is dialogue and nurturing a culture of listening and openness at different levels within an organisation is crucial.
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