Cultural Competence and Equity in Nursing Practice

Cultural competence is an essential component of high-quality nursing care in an increasingly diverse and complex healthcare landscape. This 4-hour continuing education course equips licensed practical nurses (LPNs), registered nurses (RNs), and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) with the knowledge and skills to deliver respectful, equitable, and inclusive care to patients from all backgrounds. The course explores key concepts including cultural humility, intersectionality, implicit bias, language access, spirituality, and systemic barriers to care. Participants will examine real-world applications through the lens of social determinants of health, ethical obligations, and emerging best practices in DEI. By the end of this course, nurses will be better prepared to foster trust, improve communication, and advocate for health equity in their daily practice.