Orientation to working in a nursing home for health care workers : An Orientation Guide for Foreign Nurses in Nurmikoti
Mburu, Odiliah (2014)
Mburu, Odiliah
Tampereen ammattikorkeakoulu
2014
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2014120418405
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2014120418405
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The purpose of this functional thesis is to create an orientation guide in English for foreign nurses coming to work in Nurmikoti. The orientation guide will help in creating an easier transition into the new work environment, hence promoting the quality of patient care and enhancing patient safety.
In the thesis, the concepts of multiculturalism and communication are explored. A literature review was conducted on the objectives of the orientation process and how orientation can be effectively carried out. The guide contains information on the principles of medication administration, patient safety and emergency procedures.
In order to enhance orientation, further research is recommended on the orientation needs of foreign nursing students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences as regards adapting to the new work environment, and on how these needs could be met.
In the thesis, the concepts of multiculturalism and communication are explored. A literature review was conducted on the objectives of the orientation process and how orientation can be effectively carried out. The guide contains information on the principles of medication administration, patient safety and emergency procedures.
In order to enhance orientation, further research is recommended on the orientation needs of foreign nursing students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences as regards adapting to the new work environment, and on how these needs could be met.