The aim of this essay is to consider partnership and how it relates to working in a healthcare setting. To begin with, it will address the meaning of partnership and explain its’ significance. Secondly, the essay will outline the principle of partnership and how it is incorporated into Te Tiriti O Waitangi. Thirdly, a description of themes and how they relate to working in partnership. Lastly a discussion interview held with a practicing registered nurse and how they work in partnership with patients.
Partnership is a frequently used term within the healthcare sector and is the participation and cooperation of the patient and the healthcare professional (Baillie, 2016). Utilizing expert knowledge and the skills learnt through education, partnership can develop into an authentic and trustworthy relationship. This relationship building and working in partnership allows the health needs of the patient to be of first concern (Smith et al, 2018).
The principle of partnership and Te Tiriti O Waitangi together work alongside one another to support the health and wellbeing of Māori people. As part of the treaty, the partnership principle was established by the Royal Commission in 1988 (Wepa, 2015). It is a foundation used regularly in the health sector to support the health needs of the Māori. Wepa (2015) states the treaty principle is a
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Boyle et al (2015) explains that pressure placed on the midwives lead to less time forming partnership relationships with the pregnant women. Midwives need to allocate time for questions to be asked and concerns to be raised facilitating a trusted relationship to be built with the woman in care. Edwards and Wilkins (as cited in Boyle et al, 2015) states if there can be a trusted relationship between the midwife and woman, this could enhance the relationship significantly thereby allowing the continuing of care to
Multi agency working is a group of professionals working together as a team to provide the best possible services for their service users and to make sure the needs of the service user, parent/carer are met. Multi- agency working also use the holistic approach to make sure that each individual has effective and high standards services which is suitable for everyone. Information is shared within the teams and they all decide what decision is best for that individual. There can be a wide range of teams working together whether it be gp/hospital , nurse/doctor, psychologist/social worker, care home/social worker and many others. They work together to find out what's best for each individual and how it may effect their physical, intellectual,
Good teamwork is important in a patient centred care. It is a team of health professionals who actively participate, cooperate, interact, communicate expertise, respect, trust and its main focus is to improve patient’s health (Miller, 2008, p.14). Also, the team includes the family of the client and the patient itself (Miller, 2008, p. 15). Therefore, all members have a role to play. For instance, in the nursing practice it involves health promotion and maintenance regarding patient’s health in order to decrease the impacts of negative outcomes (NMBA, 2010). Nevertheless, this can be maintained under the national competency standard (NMBA, 2010). Part of the national competency standard promotes professional responsibility, multidisciplinary approach, critical thinking and client care delivery (NMBA, 2010).
Throughout history mankind has come up with some wonderful inventions and innovations, but out of all the creations by far the most beautiful and precious is human birth. I first developed an interest in nursing and in particular midwifery years ago. I believe it is a great service within the health profession because of the privileged position to assist in human childbirth. The word midwife means with woman. Centuries before obstetricians delivered babies, midwifes assisted women in having at home births. But it was only formally established as a profession in the early 1900’s. A nurse-midwife is a registered nurse that specializes in midwifery. The job of midwife is to assist in family planning and birth control advice, provide general gynecological services (such as pap smears and breast exams), aid women in childbirth, and help women by providing prenatal and postpartum care. Nurse-midwives are required to have a Master’s of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree and pass the American College of Nurse Midwifery (ACNM) board examination to obtain certification.
The World Health Organization (2010) defines interprofessional collaboration in health care as occurring “when multiple health workers from different professional backgrounds provide comprehensive services by working with patients, their families, carers and communities to deliver the highest quality of care across settings” (p. 7) and IPE as occurring “when two or more professions learn about, from and with each other to enable effective collaboration and improve health outcomes” (p. 7). Interprofessional collaboration is contingent on IPE; education promotes collaborative patient-centered care by strengthening communication skills and teamwork. This paper discusses the importance of interprofessional collaboration in healthcare by examining
I initially considered midwifery when I attended an antenatal scan with my auntie and heard the heartbeat of the unborn baby for the first time. Listening to discussions regarding health concerns and family support highlighted the importance of the midwife and mother relationship. Two years ago I was given the opportunity to be my mum’s birthing partner alongside my dad. I saw how the midwives interacted and were supportive through the birthing and decision making process. It was found that the baby was breach and the safe option was a caesarean section, and with the complications discussed mum was able to make the right decision. I attended pre and postnatal appointments and listened to the midwives offering advice and guidance, develop a birthing plan as well as check and monitor the health and wellbeing of mum. These first hand experiences have given me a deeper understanding of the role of a midwife and how communication and building trusting relationships is key during these emotional and vulnerable times for a woman, and inspired me to become a midwife.
...o find a balance between interventional and non-interventional birth. With this being said, I also understand that there are strict policies and protocols set in place, which I must abide to as a healthcare provider, in any birth setting. Unfortunately, these guidelines can be abused. Christiane Northrup, MD, a well recognized and respected obstetrician-gynecologist has gone as far as to tell her own daughters that they should not give birth in a hospital setting, with the safest place being home (Block, 2007, p. xxiii). Although I am not entirely against hospital births, I am a firm believe that normal, healthy pregnancies should be fully permissible to all midwives. However, high-risk pregnancies and births must remain the responsibility of skilled obstetricians. My heart’s desire is to do what is ultimately in the best interest of the mother, and her unborn child.
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Finding a practitioner to care for you during your pregnancy and the birth of your child is a very important task. Most people go to their family doctor. Unless your pregnancy is high risk that may not be necessary. Midwives offer care that is “lower-tech, less invasive, and less inclined toward intervention without a clear medical need.” says Jamie Cruz, author of “Call the Midwife”. Many women are uneducated on the benefits to selecting care from a midwife. Many times when expecting mothers discuss their options with their family doctor, the discussion of midwives is often avoided or the doctor will discourage the expecting mother from choosing a midwife. Midwives and doctors should work as a team and embrace each other, however due to
It is also required to seek immediate help if the patient is suffering from anxiety and depression. To support her the midwife will encourage counselling sessions for the client’s mental health and well- being because this will help cope with suddenly have responsibilities towards a small new born baby. Most people’s childbirths that go per plan but end up going through difficulties towards the labour, it leaves them feeling extremely upset and shocked. Gaining care from other mothers can often help who have had comparable experiences as this can be comforting. Opening and telling someone can help a pregnant lady, because this means they can experience a happier and more of a calm, less stressful pregnancy.
This frame work and policy fails to consider the social, cultural and epidemiology of the indigenous population. Durey and Thompson (2012) identify this indifference where the indigenous people are unable to voice their rights to equity in treatment and right to information. The concept of ‘cultural safety’ arose from understanding of culturally believes and subsequent environment factors effect on treatment. The concept was developed in New Zealand with major contribution from Irihapeti Ramsden, who is considered the pioneer of “awa Whakaruruhau” or in other words, Cultural Safety (Meyst 2005). It was developed on the basis poor health status of Maori (the indigenous population of New Zealand) and to change the way how health service was delivered in New Zealand.
Before a partnership formation is imminent, the business needs to decide on which type of partnership to form. There are three types of partnerships: (1) general partnerships, (2) limited partnerships, and (3) joint ventures. All three partnerships contain two or more owners, but all partners assume equal division of ownership, liabilities, and profits in a general partnership. Limited partnerships offer limited liability protection based on each partner’s contribution percentage. Joint ventures are classified as general partnerships with limited existence periods. Once a type of partnership has been determined, the business fulfills a series of requirements before the partnership can be successfully formed. The first step is to register
Many persons go into the healthcare ground because they want to work with people. For these nurses, it is the nurse-patient relationship that is one of the most significant things. By understanding the nurse-patient relationship, nurses can be better furnished to work with their patients and, eventually, deliver superior care for them. Hildegard Peplau's model of nursing emphases on that nurse-patient relationship and recognizes the diverse roles nurses take on when working with patients.
A midwife is more than just delivering babies. Kathleen is a board certified nurse midwife and a member of American College of Nurse Midwives. A midwife is usually the first and main contact for the expectant mother during her pregnancy, and throughout labor. She is responsible for providing care and supporting women to make informed choices. According to
To conclude, Te reo Maori is one of the treasures given to Maori people as one of their taonga from their God as part of their identity. It is important for the Maori people to keep their language survives for the mokopuna as well as connecting them to the land, values and beliefs. The principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi were partnership, participation and protection that the Crown failed to act upon which result in Waitangi Tribunal. Te Whariki and New Zealand curriculum promotes and implement bicultural to revitalised Te reo Maori as well as strengthening the partnership between Maori and Pakeha of the Te Tiriti of Waitangi.