Measurement of professional nursing communication competence: Psychometric properties of the Nursing Communication Competence Measurement Instrument

The instrument demonstrated validity, reliability, and accuracy as an educational tool for assessing communication competence in nursing. It effectively differentiated student proficiency levels, identified challenges in advancing the Likert scale, and established cutoff points to rank the components of competence. The instrument's reliability and accuracy in pinpointing gaps in knowledge, skills, and attitudes make it well-suitable for simulation-based education, clinical practice, and classroom settings. It can be used for formative, summative, and high-stakes assessments, benefiting educators and learners.