Clinical Trial Literacy: Empowering Nurses to Educate Hispanic Patients

Format

Live Virtual Webinar

Target Audience

This activity is intended for nurses and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with cancer.

Description

This informative session will explore the evolution of clinical research in the U.S. and how clinical trials contribute to medical advancements. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the clinical trial process—including the phases and their significance—and the nurse’s role in guiding patients through this journey. The webinar will address common barriers to trial participation within Hispanic communities and offer culturally sensitive communication strategies to help build trust, dispel myths, and empower patients to make informed decisions.

Participants will also learn how the LLS Clinical Trial Support Center can assist both providers and patients, and will receive valuable educational resources in English and Spanish from ONS and LLS to support their practice and their patients.

Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, ask questions, and better support your patients through every step of their care.

Learning Objectives

After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to:

• Summarize the brief evolution of research in the United States and its impact on current clinical practice
• Describe the phases of a clinical trial and explain their significance in advancing medical treatments and benefiting the broader population
• Identify key barriers to clinical trial participation, particularly among Hispanic Patients
• Demonstrate effective communication techniques for educating patients about clinical trials
• Apply culturally sensitive strategies to address misconceptions and build patient trust
• Explain how LLS Clinical Trial Support Center can help you and your patients

Faculty

Jessica MacIntyre, DNP, MBA, APRN, AOCNP
President, Oncology Nursing Society
Assistant Vice President, Advanced Practice Providers
University of Miami/Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Miami, FL

Christopher Otero, BSc, MSN AGNP-C
APP Team Manager
Oncology Clinical Research/Oncology Care Clinic (OCC)
University of Miami/Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
Miami, FL

Leah Szumita, MS, RN, CCRN, ACNS-BC
Director
Clinical Trial Support Center
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Washington, DC

Continuing Education Information

Registered Nursing Credit Designation
Approval for nurses has been obtained by the National Office of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society under provider number CEP 5832 to award 1.0 continuing education contact hour through the California Board of Registered Nursing.

Method of Participation
Attendees must participate in the webinar in its entirety and complete the evaluation to obtain CE credit. After completing this process, you will receive your certificate by email.

Continuing education credit is provided free of charge.

Providers
This activity is provided by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) in collaboration with the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) and The Oncology Nursing Society (ONS).

Supporters
There is no commercial support associated with this activity.

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For questions, concerns, or assistance for people with disabilities or grievances, please contact us at: profeducation@LLS.org.