OVERVIEW

Sexual harassment in healthcare settings poses significant challenges to workplace safety, staff well-being, and organizational integrity. This 1-hour CE course for Registered Nurses (RNs) in Illinois provides essential training to identify, prevent, and respond to sexual harassment in clinical environments. The course examines definitions and types of sexual harassment—including verbal, physical, and non-verbal forms—while addressing their impact on individuals, healthcare teams, and organizational culture.

Nurses will explore legal frameworks governing workplace harassment, including state and federal regulations and employer responsibilities. The training emphasizes the importance of fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace by implementing zero-tolerance policies and promoting open communication. Participants will also learn actionable steps for responding to incidents, including documentation, reporting procedures, and supporting colleagues who are affected. By completing this course, nurses will be equipped with the tools and knowledge necessary to uphold ethical and professional standards and promote a culture of safety, equity, and respect in their healthcare practice.

Educational Objectives

  • Define sexual harassment and identify its various forms in the workplace.
  • Recognize the impact of sexual harassment on individuals, teams, and organizational culture.
  • Understand legal frameworks and policies related to sexual harassment in healthcare.
  • Apply strategies to prevent harassment and foster a respectful workplace.
  • Respond effectively to incidents of harassment, including reporting and supporting affected individuals.

Who Should Take This Course

This course is intended for:

  • Registered Nurses in Illinois are required to complete sexual harassment prevention training.
  • RNs working in hospitals, outpatient clinics, long-term care, or home health settings.
  • Nurse leaders, supervisors, and educators who are responsible for cultivating a safe workplace.
  • Healthcare professionals seeking to understand their rights, responsibilities, and best practices for preventing harassment.

Did You Know?

  • Over 50% of nurses report experiencing some form of workplace harassment during their careers. [American Nurses Association, 2019]
  • Sexual harassment has been linked to increased burnout and turnover among nurses. [Journal of Nursing Management, 2020]
  • Illinois law requires all licensed professionals to complete sexual harassment prevention training for license renewal. [Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation]
  • Healthcare settings are among the most frequently cited industries for workplace harassment complaints. [U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission]
  • Organizations with mandatory anti-harassment training report a 30% reduction in complaints. [SHRM, 2021]
Credits

Nursing Accreditation Statement
eMedEd is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider approved by California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #17890, for 1 contact hour.

Release Date: December 4, 2024
Expiration Date: December 31, 2027

  • 1 Contact Hours
  • TARGET AUDIENCE

    NursingNursesNurse Practitioners

    SPECIALITIES

    Primary CareEmergency NurseCritical care NursingCommunity NursingMental health NurseSchool NurseLong-Term Care NurseLeadershipHome Health NurseNurse PractitionersNursing

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