Effective Communication in Nursing

Course Overview

Course Outline

1. Introduction
2. Types of Communication
   
3. Receiving Communication
   
4. Communication Transmission Threads
   
5. Barriers and Improvements to Communication in Nursing
   
6. Benefits of Effective Communication in Nursing
   
7.  References and Disclaimer

Accreditation Statement

Nursing CE Central is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

In this course we will cover the various communication types, skills to establish effective communication in nursing, and potential barriers to communication. It will take the average learner 60 minutes to complete.

Course Objectives

After completing this course, the learner will be able to:

1. Execute effective verbal, non-verbal, and written communication into everyday practices. 
2. Describe the differences between listening and active listening. 
3. Develop and establish effective communication skills between the nurse and each individual transmission thread. 
4. Identify barriers to effective communication and how to improve communication for successful patient and staff satisfaction outcomes. 

Target Audience

• Registered Nurses (RN)
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirement for Completion

1. Enrollment in the course by the learner.
2. Read and learn all course materials.
3. Complete the course evaluation.
4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials.

Accreditations + Approvals

Conflict of Interest Statement

Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts or any contributors have a commercial interest nor were influenced by commercial interests in the creation of this course, financially or otherwise.