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The aim of this qualitative study was to explore the lived experiences (nature and extent) of the interpersonal relationship between RNs and students during clinical placement.

In Australia, as elsewhere, nursing students’ clinical placements are facilitated and supervised by registered nurses (RNs). There is evidence of positive teaching and learning interactions between RNs and students influencing student placement outcomes. Comparatively, little is known about the value of interpersonal relationships between RNs and students in the contribution to positive placement experiences.

A descriptive phenomenological approach was used to investigate the interpersonal relationship between RNs and students from the perspective of the lived experience of the RN.

In depth, semi-structured interviews were conducted with ten RNs and analysed using Colaizzi’s seven-step …