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Insights From a Novel 2S/LGBTQIA+ Liaison Nurse Role: A Mixed-Methods Single Case Study
Allie Slemon1, Ingrid Handlovsky, Sage Schmied
1Author Affiliations: School of Nursing, University of Victoria, Victoria, BC, Canada (Dr Slemon, Dr Handlovsky, and Mr Schmied); and School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada (Dr Goodyear).
ANS. Advances in Nursing Science
|May 19, 2026
Summary
A new Liaison Nurse role for Two-Spirit (2S)/LGBTQIA+ individuals in Victoria, BC, focused on presence, care planning, and advocacy, demonstrates effective integration of affirming practices in healthcare.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Public Health
- Social Justice
Background:
- Healthcare disparities persist for Two-Spirit (2S)/LGBTQIA+ populations.
- There is a need for specialized nursing roles to address the unique needs of 2S/LGBTQIA+ clients.
- Integrating affirming practices is crucial for equitable healthcare delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the implementation and impact of a 2S/LGBTQIA+ Liaison Nurse role.
- To identify the predominant services provided by the liaison nurse.
- To explore how this role supports the social justice mandate within nursing.
Main Methods:
- Convergent parallel mixed-methods design.
- Quantitative data from 60 daily logs.
- Qualitative data from 17 observational field notes (79 hours).
Main Results:
- The liaison nurse spent most time being present (64%), followed by care planning (47%), discharge planning (35%), and advocacy (33%).
- The role facilitated direct care and support for 2S/LGBTQIA+ individuals.
- Data indicated successful integration of safe and affirming practices.
Conclusions:
- The 2S/LGBTQIA+ Liaison Nurse role is effective in providing essential services and support.
- This role aligns with and upholds the social justice principles of nursing.
- Embedding specialized liaison roles can improve healthcare outcomes for 2S/LGBTQIA+ communities.
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