By Mary Longmore
September 28, 2023
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A panel of Māori nurses shared their experiences of “werohia ngā ture” — challenging the system and being “unapologetically Māori” at NZNO’s 2023 conference. |
Read more... ‘I found myself drowning’ — the challenges for Māori working in the health system
By Rangi Blackmoore-Tufi and Bron Taylor
June 20, 2023
Perioperative nurses must provide safe patient care. An important aspect of safe care is culturally safe practice. This article discusses nurses’ responsibilities for reducing inequities and providing culturally safe care in operating rooms in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Read more... How to provide culturally safe care in the Aotearoa perioperative environment
By Rangi Blackmoore-Tufi
June 20, 2023
Rangi Blackmoore-Tufi reflects on some of the challenges she has faced being the sole Māori nurse in her perioperative department. Changes made following a frustrating and stressful day have made the department a safer place for Māori staff and patients.
Read more... A safe environment for Māori patients starts with a safe environment for Māori nurses