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⚠️ Active Listening = Better Patient Safety! 🚑 Attention, internationally educated nurses! You're already doing so much, especially with the ongoing nurse shortage. But let's talk about how we can make every interaction count by honing our active listening skills. ✅Prevent Miscommunication Misunderstandings can lead to catastrophic consequences, like medication errors or missed symptoms. But when you actively listen, you catch every detail, no matter how small. This skill is even more crucial when English isn't your first language - by slowing down, maintaining eye contact, and asking clarifying questions, you can ensure you're on the same page as your patients. ✅Reduce Anxiety for Your Patients Patients who feel truly heard and understood are far less anxious and more cooperative. And a calm patient provides clearer information, which in turn aids in accurate diagnosis and treatment. This is a game-changer in our busy, high-stress healthcare settings! ✅Save Time in the Long Run Clear communication upfront means fewer repeated explanations down the line. Efficient interactions free up more time for you to manage your demanding workload - a win-win, especially when you're juggling multiple tasks in a shortage-stricken environment. Want to learn more? Download my guide: 6 Effective Communication Tips here: https://loom.ly/aUrgXFM #activelistening #listeningskills #nurse

Supporting Internationally Educated Nurses As NHS department heads, matrons, recruitment and retention leads, and Internationally educated nurses programme leads, you know that internationally educated nurses (IENs) bring invaluable skills and dedication to patient care. However, language barriers can be a significant hurdle in their integration, impacting both communication within teams and with patients. Did you know that 87% of patients feel more comfortable when healthcare providers understand their language and cultural background? This shows just how crucial effective communication is in healthcare. Language support isn't just about helping these nurses pass their IELTS or OET exams. The support they require once they obtain their NMC pin is around learning medical terminology, building confidence in everyday interactions, and navigating the unique challenges of a fast-paced healthcare environment. Without this support, we risk lower patient satisfaction and a longer adjustment period for new recruits. That’s where my program comes in—designed specifically to help IENs overcome language challenges and thrive in their roles. Through tailored support I am empowering nurses to unlock their full potential. Let’s get the conversation going! If you want to see how this program can support your international recruits and improve patient outcomes, get in touch with me today. If you know a nurse who could benefit from this programme, please share my details with them! Together, we can make a difference. 📩 support@theimprovementhub.uk #NHSLeadership #InternationalNurses #LanguageSupport #PatientCare #EmpowerYourTeam

Are you a nurse wondering if you should learn Spanish? With the growing Hispanic population in the US, being able to speak Spanish can be a huge asset in providing quality patient care. Not only does it help build rapport with Spanish-speaking patients, but it also allows for better communication and understanding of their needs. Learning Spanish can make a significant difference in the healthcare experience for both patients and nurses. It shows a level of cultural competence and respect that can strengthen the nurse-patient relationship. So, should nurses learn Spanish? The answer is yes! It can open up new opportunities, improve patient outcomes, and enhance the overall quality of care provided. #NursesSpeakSpanish #BilingualHealthcare #PatientCare #SpanishSkills

Are you a nurse wondering if you should learn Spanish? With the growing Hispanic population in the US, being able to speak Spanish can be a huge asset in providing quality patient care. Not only does it help build rapport with Spanish-speaking patients, but it also allows for better communication and understanding of their needs. Learning Spanish can make a significant difference in the healthcare experience for both patients and nurses. It shows a level of cultural competence and respect that can strengthen the nurse-patient relationship. So, should nurses learn Spanish? The answer is yes! It can open up new opportunities, improve patient outcomes, and enhance the overall quality of care provided. #NursesSpeakSpanish #BilingualHealthcare #PatientCare #SpanishSkills

Are you a nurse wondering if you should learn Spanish? With the growing Hispanic population in the US, being able to speak Spanish can be a huge asset in providing quality patient care. Not only does it help build rapport with Spanish-speaking patients, but it also allows for better communication and understanding of their needs. Learning Spanish can make a significant difference in the healthcare experience for both patients and nurses. It shows a level of cultural competence and respect that can strengthen the nurse-patient relationship. So, should nurses learn Spanish? The answer is yes! It can open up new opportunities, improve patient outcomes, and enhance the overall quality of care provided. #NursesSpeakSpanish #BilingualHealthcare #PatientCare #SpanishSkills

Happy International Nurses Day❗ Thank you so much for taking care of people when they are often at their most vulnerable. To celebrate International Nurses Day and show my appreciation of your dedication to your patients, I am offering a FREE one-hour English communication for the healthcare setting session to the first 3️⃣ nurses who comment “free” in the comments or who send me a private message✉️ to enquire. The first part of this free session will focus on the culture of healthcare in English-speaking countries, so you can gain a better understanding of the differences between the healthcare setting in South Korea compared to the healthcare setting in English-speaking countries and how these differences affect communication. The information shared will be an abbreviated version of the first session (entitled The Culture of Healthcare) of my Medical Situation English Program. For second part of the session, you will get to choose what you would like to focus on. You can choose one of the following topics: 1️⃣ Building Rapport 2️⃣ Completing a Patient Interview 3️⃣ Explaining a Diagnosis 4️⃣ Reassuring the Anxious Patient Whichever topic you choose, will be an abbreviated version of one of the sessions of my Medical Situation English Program of the same topic. This free session is a 1:1 coaching session. You will be provided with a recording of our session together following the session. If you: 1️⃣ Work with English-speaking patients (in Korea or internationally), 2️⃣ Plan to work abroad in the future, or 3️⃣ Plan to work in an international hospital or in a hospital providing care to medical tourists Then you will find this session helpful. How to qualify… 👉Do you have an intermediate to advanced level of English language skills? 👉Do you enjoy learning? 👉Do you want to provide quality care to your English-speaking patients? If you answered “Yes” to these 3️⃣ questions, then you are perfect for this opportunity! If you are interested comment “free” in the comments or send me a private message✉️ to enquire. Only the first 3️⃣ South Korean nurses👩🏻⚕️ to sign up before May 14, 2024 @ 11:59pm EDT will be eligible. I hope to meet you soon❗ _______ 😎Thanks for checking out this post. My mission is to help nurses 👩🏻⚕️provide quality medical care to their English-speaking patients. #간호사 #english #culture #communication  #MedicalSituationEnglishProgram

Are you struggling to connect with patients and colleagues in English? As a nurse or even a student nurse who speaks English as a second language, you know the challenges of communicating in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Misunderstandings can happen, leading to stress and even compromised patient care. But what if you could boost your confidence and improve your communication skills? My free guide, "6 Effective Communication Tips for Nurses who speak English as a Second Language" is packed with practical advice to help you communicate better and feel more at ease. You'll learn: • Quick tricks to catch every word, even when people speak fast • How to explain complex medical info in simple English • Ways to build confidence while communicating effortlessly. Don't let communication challenges hold you back any longer. Download "The Connection Cure" today and start your journey to becoming a communication pro in your healthcare team. Grab your copy from my website. www.theimprovementhub.uk #CommunicationTips #Nurses #ESL #FreeGuide

Hey there, amazing nurse and nursing students! 👋 I've got something that might blow your mind - building communication confidence can actually slash your workplace stress by a whopping 70%! Wild, right? 🤯 Here's the truth: Nursing isn't about perfect English (or any language for that matter). It's about connecting with people, heart to heart. Language? That's just your superpower tool. Every time you struggle with a word or feel nervous about a conversation, you're actually growing something incredible - resilience! Let me share three game-changing communication hacks that have helped SO many nurses just like you: 1.Medical Vocab Boost: Don't try to learn everything at once. Pick 3-5 new medical terms each week. Make them your bestie. Seriously, small wins add up! 💪 2. Conversation Cheat Codes: Develop a few go-to phrases that help you navigate tricky talks. Think of them like your communication safety net. No more panic mode! 🛡️ 3. Confidence Rituals: Create a pre-shift mantra. Try this one, "I've got this, one conversation at a time." Sounds cheesy, but it works magic! ✨ Mistakes? They're not failures. They're your personal growth highlights. Embrace them, laugh about them, learn from them. Dare to be beautifully, imperfectly YOU. 🌈 #NursingSkills #HealthcareCommunication #YouAreAmazing

“Empower Your Nursing Career with Medical English” 🌟 As healthcare professionals, effective communication is just as important as clinical expertise. This video, part of the Oxford English for Careers: Nursing series, is a great resource for nurses looking to enhance their medical English skills. Whether you’re preparing for international opportunities, advancing your career, or just looking to improve day-to-day patient care, these lessons are tailored to the needs of nurses at every stage. 🩺 Key topics include: ✅ Patient care communication ✅ Medical terminology ✅ Professional interactions Watch Unit 1 (Part Two) here: https://lnkd.in/e-zNtxc2 Let’s continue learning and growing together in this amazing profession. 💙

An understanding of how to communicate clearly and empathically with patients on #mental #health is a critical skill for all healthcare professionals. Specialist Language Courses #English #for #Nurses course has a new unit designed to enable international nurses and nursing undergraduates to engage effectively in what can be very challenging conversations across a wide range of mental health issues. This new unit is part of our constant updating of the #digital #course #materials we provide, with additional units on diabetes and cardiovascular care also being added. If you employ nurses or teach nursing undergraduates and want brilliantly written and designed digital materials to improve their profession-specific English, do get in touch. #firstformedicalenglish