This report, submitted for NURBN3022 at Federation University, examines the comparative importance of bedside and non-bedside handovers in nursing, with a focus on patient safety. The project details, including the project title, research aims, questions, and significance, are outlined. The report includes a lay description of the project, describing the roles of nurses and patients in the handover process. The research methodology, data collection techniques (semi-structured observation and interviews), and data analysis methods are presented. The recruitment strategy for participants, including nurses and patients, is also described. The report also includes a literature review that supports the research aims, questions and the significance of the project. Overall, the report aims to compare the effectiveness of bedside and non-bedside handover practices in promoting patient safety and improving the quality of care in the hospital setting.