[The relational work of the psychiatric nurse: a self-commitment]

The young psychiatric nurse has to adapt his posture in order to identify the challenges of his profession. The relationship with the subject and the desire to understand the issues must be at the heart of his professional life. What skills should be required to build up oneself? If this work is essentially relational, how can the right professional distance be apprehended? This is based on a commitment, an assumption of responsibility centred on analysis, an understanding of the patient and the ability to motivate him. In this context, the contributions of Carl Rogers, the characteristics of the clinical interview and the techniques favouring communication are valuable tools.