NURSING: TACKLING SYSTEMIC RACISM AND DISCRIMINATION IN THE NURSING PROFESSION

When: Monday Sept. 21, 2020
Time: 6:45 - 8:15 p.m. ET

Topic: Exploring the impact of systemic racism and discrimination in health care on career development for Black nurses

Objectives:

Part 1: Check the pulse on RNAO’s Black Nurses Task Force
Part 2: Explore the impact of systemic racism and discrimination in health care on career development for Black nurses

Increase participants’ awareness about the lack of Black nurses in executive and academic positions, regardless of their educational preparation and experiences.

Identify barriers to career development for Black nurses, in order to further equal access to opportunities for executive and academic positions in health care and academic settings.

Explore options for mentorship initiatives for Black nurses using a trauma-informed approach.

Discuss the impacts of systemic racism and discrimination on Black nurses’ self-esteem and overall mental health with respect to career development.

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