Professional Communication A (NURS 2101)
This course provides learners with the foundational knowledge for caring and professional communication in nursing. It uses an experiential and self-reflective approach to develop self-awareness and interpersonal communication skills in the context of safe, competent, and collaborative nursing practice. Communication theory, the nurse-client relationship, therapeutic communication, cross-cultural communication, and effective teamwork will be covered. The learner is provided with an opportunity to develop professional communication skills with the clients requiring end of life care.
Course code: NURS 2101
Credits: 1.5
Length: 45.0 hours
Course outline:
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Corequisites
NURS 2102, NURS 2103, NURS 2104, NURS 2105, NURS 2106.
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0Additional Information
- Foundations of Professional Communication in Health Care: Communication theory; Self awareness; Attending and Listening; Caring; Clarifying by questioning and summarizing; Empathy; Assertiveness: seeking help and support; refusing a request; Giving and receiving feedback; Barriers to communication; Conflict resolution; Problem solving
- Foundations of Relational Practice: Nurse client relationship; Helping relationships; Cross cultural communication; Caring and respect; Family as client; Developing trusting relationships with clients; Interviewing techniques
- Interprofessional Communication: Communicating client information appropriately to health care team members; using effective communication tools (e.g. SBAR); Directing unregulated care providers with client care; sharing knowledge with unregulated providers and learners; managing conflict; managing change.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.