The Role of Cultural Competency in Clinical Instruction: A Study in Omani Nursing Colleges

Hassan Abdullah Al Buraiki; Dr. AbdulKareem  Iblasi; Ms. Binila Indicula Indicula

Hassan Al Buraiki University of Buraimi
Dr. Abdulkareem Iblasi University of Buraimi, Oman
Ms. Binila Indicula Indicula University of Buraimi

Keywords: Cultural Competency, Clinical Education, Nursing, Oman, Patient-Centered Care, Healthcare Diversity, Nursing Pedagogy, Cultural Sensitivity

Abstract

The manuscript discusses the integration of cultural competency into clinical nursing education in Oman, highlighting the importance of cultural awareness in delivering patient-centered care in a culturally diverse environment. It explores the role of clinical instructors in nursing colleges and offers recommendations for improving cultural competency training.

Author Biography

Hassan Al Buraiki, University of Buraimi

Hassan Abdullah Al Buraiki is a Clinical Instructor at the University of Buraimi, College of Health Sciences, Oman. With extensive experience in healthcare education and a focus on nursing, he is dedicated to advancing cultural competency and patient-centered care in clinical practice. His research interests include the integration of cultural awareness in nursing education and healthcare, with particular emphasis on the context of Oman’s diverse population.

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