Abstract:
BACKGROUND: Nurse practitioners (NPs) have been registered in New Zealand (NZ) since 2002. This article describes a sample of their practices and outcomes across a variety of healthcare specialties. The PEPPA model was used as a guide for the organization of data, the discussion of findings, and recommendations for the future. METHODS: Two e-mailed surveys of registered NPs (including qualitative and quantitative data) were conducted by the professional organization, NPNZ in 2011 and 2012. CONCLUSIONS: After 10 years, NPs in NZ demonstrated efficient practice and have produced measurable improved healthcare outcomes. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: NP practices are continuing to develop and are contributing to increased access to health care and improved health outcomes in NZ.
