Staying Faithful to Your Faith
1Maureen Kroning, EdD, RN, is an associate professor of nursing at Nyack College of Nursing, Nyack, New York, and per-diem nursing supervisor at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, New York. She feels blessed to teach our future nurses and advocate for those in need.
Summary
Healthcare staff training is crucial for transgender patient care. Implementing an education program improved care, highlighting the need for inclusive medical training and addressing ethical considerations in publishing research.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Healthcare Disparities
- LGBTQ+ Health
Background:
- Transgender patient care presents unique challenges in healthcare settings.
- Lack of staff training can complicate medical treatment and patient outcomes.
- The need for specialized education in LGBTQ+ healthcare is increasingly recognized.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the impact of inadequate staff training on transgender patient care.
- To discuss the development and implementation of an educational program for LGBTQ+ care.
- To explore the ethical considerations and personal reflections involved in disseminating research on sensitive topics.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative reflection on clinical experience.
- Description of an implemented staff education program.
- Analysis of the decision-making process for journal submission.
Main Results:
- Initial treatment for a transgender patient was complicated by insufficient staff training.
- An education program was developed and implemented to address care gaps.
- The author navigated the decision of publishing in a Christian versus secular nursing journal.
Conclusions:
- Effective staff training is essential for providing competent and compassionate care to transgender individuals.
- Further research and publication are vital to advance LGBTQ+ healthcare knowledge.
- Personal faith and professional commitment can be integrated in healthcare practice and advocacy.
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