Te Whatu Ora Student Placement Information

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Communication

Te Whatu Ora uses various communication tools to support good communication practices. 

You are welcome to complete communication elearning on Ko Awatea LEARN from any district. 


Mihi: Introducing yourself: Kia ora, my name is ...


The 3Ms provides a simple way to introduce yourself clearly and communicate effectively.
  1. My name is ________. 
  2. My role is (I am a [insert profession] student).
  3. May I help you with ... Can I do anything for you? 



Āke Āke App 

You may like to download the Āke Āke App to support you to provide culturally safe care for Māori, including help with pronunciation of te reo Māori kupu, and waiata. You may like to use this to say karakia before shift or share karakia moments with your team. Download the Āke Āke app for iOS or Android using these links.

Communication tools

Communication tools provide a structured form of communication that enables information to be transferred effectively between individuals. Examples include ISOBAR, ISBAR, and SBARR. 

These tools may be used in clinical handovers of patients or emergency situations (e.g. over the phone to a clinician, or when handing over patients). Ask staff which communication tools are used in the area you are placed and familiarise yourself with the local policy on handover.  

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