Date of Defense
10-28-2022
Date of Graduation
4-2023
Department
Nursing
First Advisor
Lori Van Zoeren
Second Advisor
Pamela Wadsworth
Third Advisor
Elissa Allen
Keywords
Communication, assertiveness, nursing, preceptors
Abstract
This thesis will discuss the effects nursing preceptors have on nursing students' clinical experience. This thesis will explore multiple factors that negatively impact nursing student’s communication with their preceptors. It has been found that clinical experiences are extremely important for the future of nursing students. However, there is often a communication barrier between nursing students and their preceptors. This barrier can lead to negative outcomes for new nurses entering the field. Strained communication can also create dangerous situations for patients. Students who fear harsh comments or vertical violence may be reluctant to disclose the limitations of their knowledge. We completed a literature review of over 10 articles. Each article examined different communication techniques that students can use to improve clinical experiences. Using the information gleaned in the literature review, we created a pamphlet to convey the identified communication techniques for nursing students. The techniques we highlighted include assertive communication, identification, boundaries, and trust. The goal of this pamphlet is to help students improve their experiences in the hospital and thus gain the most from their clinical studies. The result of good communication is better self-esteem and critical thinking skills as a new nurse. In addition, better communication skills will improve learning, protect patients, and prevent difficult situations during the clinical experience. In this literature review and pamphlet, it is suggested that students better prepare themselves with the proper communication techniques to have a better experience.
Recommended Citation
Raby, Erin, "Communication Techniques for Nursing Students" (2022). Honors Theses. 3694.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/honors_theses/3694
Access Setting
Honors Thesis-Open Access
Comments
Co-authored with Karlee Coddens.