Navigating Privacy and Confidentiality in Nursing: Best Practices and Pitfalls.

Are you a nurse committed to safeguarding your patients’ privacy? Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the critical aspects of privacy and confidentiality in healthcare. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to uphold the high standards of patient care.
CPD HOURS: 1
Registration Year 2024-2025

Course Content

Are you a nurse committed to safeguarding your patients’ privacy?

Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the critical aspects of privacy and confidentiality in healthcare.

In this session, we’ll explore:
The fundamental concepts of privacy and confidentiality: Understand the core principles that protect patient information.

Legal and ethical implications of privacy breaches: Learn about the serious consequences that can arise from failing to protect patient information, including potential legal actions and ethical dilemmas.

Common scenarios that could lead to unintentional breaches: Identify everyday situations where privacy might be compromised, often without realising it.

Practical strategies to avoid these pitfalls: Gain actionable tips and best practices to ensure you maintain the highest standards of patient confidentiality.

Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to uphold high standards of patient care.

Learning Outcomes

In this session you will:
  • Gain an understanding of privacy and confidentiality.
  • Understand legal and ethical implications of privacy breaches.
  • Explore common scenarios that could lead to unintentional breaches.
  • Identify and implement strategies to avoid breaches.

Mary Clement

BScN, RN, JD, GradDip, Solicitor
Maria Clemente is a registered nurse and solicitor. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honours) at Brock University in Canada. She worked in rural Ontario in the areas of Emergency and Aged Care.