Implementation of Objective Structured Clinical Examination in Improving the Clinical Skills of Nursing Students

Abstract

The Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is a widely used evaluation method in nursing education to objectively, systematically, and comprehensively assess students’ clinical competencies. Evaluating the implementation of OSCE is essential to determine its effectiveness in enhancing nursing students' clinical skills. This study aims to evaluate the implementation of OSCE in improving the clinical competence of nursing students. This research used a quantitative descriptive approach with a survey method. The sample consisted of final-year nursing students who had participated in OSCE. Data were collected through questionnaires and documentation of OSCE results, then analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings indicate that OSCE implementation is effective in enhancing students’ clinical skills, particularly in communication, clinical decision-making, and technical abilities. Most respondents stated that OSCE provided a realistic learning experience and increased their confidence in clinical practice. The implementation of OSCE has a positive impact on improving the clinical competence of nursing students. It is recommended to continuously develop OSCE by improving scenario quality, examiner training, and integrating constructive feedback.