Course Code: REL-ALL-0-CSGDP
Hours: 0.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Identify various terms used to describe sexual and gender diverse populations.
Describe current health trends related to the sexual and gender diverse population.
Choose best practices for improving the healthcare experience for sexual and gender diverse populations.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Improving the Healthcare Experience for Sexual and Gender Diverse People
Cultural Competence
A Knowledge Base
Self-Reflection Exercise
Sexual and Gender Diverse Population Health Concerns and Disparities
Review
Best Practices in Healthcare
Self-Reflection Exercise
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
References
Writer: Annette Brownlee BSN RN
Annette Brownlee, BSN, RN is an SME Writer for the Post-Acute Care team. She has a Bachelor of Arts in advertising from Michigan State University and a Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Northern Colorado. Annette has worked in skilled nursing and home health. Her most recent experience includes being a Staff Development Coordinator and Infection Preventionist.
Subject Matter Expert: Juan Armando Rojas Joo, Ph.D.
Dr. Rojas Joo has more than thirteen years’ experience of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism training programing, hiring, retention, and promotion of employees from diverse backgrounds, conflict resolution, and mentoring. He has worked as Chief Diversity Officer and Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion in higher-ed and, most recently as a DEI expert consultant on healthcare and corporate. Rojas Joo holds a Ph.D. from the University of Arizona in Hispanic Cultural Studies and a M.A. and B.A from the University of Texas in El Paso. Rojas Joo has certificates in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, intergroup dialogue, higher ed administration, and he is a published author and speaks, writes, and reads English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
Reviewer: Jennifer Niles, LCSW, LCAS, CCS-I
Jennifer received her Bachelor’s degrees in Social Work and Criminal Justice from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Master’s degree in Social Work with a Certificate in Substance Abuse Studies from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She has over 13 years of experience providing psychotherapy, counseling, and case management to a variety of populations. Her experiences and clinical interests are centered around addiction treatment, harm reduction, severe mental health conditions, psychosis, LGBTQ+ issues, gender diversity, integrated care, and clinical supervision.
Editor: Sherry D. Haszto, MSN, RN
Sherry is a nursing professional with over 22 years of experience. She holds an Associate Degree in Nursing from Randolph Community College, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. Her background includes oncology and hematology, home healthcare, hospice and palliative care, nursing education, consultation, performance improvement, and quality assurance. Sherry is dedicated to advancing patient care and nursing education, with a focus on improving outcomes and upholding clinical quality standards.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: All Staff; in the following settings: All Healthcare Facilities.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.