Course Title: Apply effective communication skills in nursing practice
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C5246 Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 nursing)
Course Title: Apply effective communication skills in nursing practice
Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office
Nominal Hours: 40
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Course Contact: Carylin Lenehan
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4837
Course Contact Email: carylin.lenehan@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This course will include the skills and knowledge required for effective communication in complex communication situations and its application to nursing practice; the function and purpose of small groups; meeting procedures; and the dynamics of group work and evaluation as a tool for continuous improvement
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
Not Applicable
National Competency Codes and Titles
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HLTEN502B Apply effective communication skills in nursing practice |
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1)Use effective communication skills in complex situations 2)Use effective communication skills in complex situations
4) Identify & address actual & potential constraints to communication 5) Evaluate effectiveness of communication in complicated situations 6) Use information
8)Give & receive feedback to for
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Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes
• Use effective communication skills in complex situations
• Deliver complex information effectively
• Identify and address actual and potential constraints to communication
• Evaluate effectiveness of communication in complicated situations
• Use information technology
• Lead small group discussions
• Give and receive feedback
• Use the principles of open disclosure effectively
Overview of Assessment
Written Assignment 100%
Attendance of Placement & Competency Completion