Competency of Nursing Teachers in Diploma Nursing Schools during the Provision of Clinical Practicum

Abstract

The objective of the present study was to investigate the competency of nursing teachers by elucidating their behavioral characteristics in a diploma nursing school （3-year course） during the provision of clinical training. Data were collected using participant observation, and the behavioral characteristics were categorized based on clusters of meanings. In addition, descriptions regarding the competency of nursing teachers were comparatively analyzed based on similarities. The following competency clusters were identified: The Impact and Influence, Relationship Building, Intention to Achieve Duties, Ability to Recognize the Situation, and Personal Effectiveness. These findings suggest that nursing teachers provide an effective instruction by effectively and consciously demonstrating these competencies.