Effective Communication Among Caregivers for Nursing Assistants

Course overview

When nursing professionals effectively communicate with those in their care, patients feel less isolated and their sense of wellbeing improves. In addition, nursing professionals should be able to communicate effectively with their co-workers, subordinates, and supervisors; effective communication is critical for ensuring patient wellbeing throughout treatment. Paying attention to another’s communication needs is one of the most important duties of a nurse working in any setting. This course will discuss the steps involved in communication, methods of communication, the TeamSTEPPS system, and the importance of empathetic listening.