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Perceived cultural competence among nursing students: A cross-sectional study
Halperin Ofra1, Eldar-Regev Orit1
1The Max Stern Yezreel Valley College, Nursing Department, Israel.
Israeli nursing students show high cultural awareness but need better multicultural knowledge and practical skills. Ethnicity and year of study significantly impact cultural competence, suggesting a need for structured training in nursing education.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Cultural Competence Research
- Healthcare Professional Development
Background:
- Israel's diverse population poses challenges for healthcare.
- Cultural understanding is vital for quality nursing care.
- Assessing cultural competence in nursing students is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine factors influencing cultural competence in nursing students.
- Investigate links between demographics, coursework, patient interaction, and self-awareness.
- Identify areas for improvement in multicultural nursing education.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study of 900 nursing students in Israel.
- Utilized Clinical Cultural Competency Questionnaire and demographic survey.
- Employed statistical analyses including regression and ANOVA.
Main Results:
- High cultural awareness and self-awareness, but lower practical skills and knowledge.
- No correlation found between cultural awareness and patient exposure.
- Ethnicity, age, and year of study significantly associated with cultural competence.
Conclusions:
- Cultural competence is complex, influenced by ethnicity, age, and education.
- Structured training is recommended for Israeli nursing programs.
- Enhancing practical skills and multicultural knowledge is essential.
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