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NWONL February CNO & Dean Rounding: Washington state law for reporting patient demographics (HB1272)

Washington
Northwest Organization of Nurse Leaders

The February Rounding is focused on the new Washington state law for reporting patient demographics (HB1272) requiring hospitals in the state to collect and report detailed patient information on sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) to the Department of Health.  The impact of implementing patient education, defining the demographic terms, staff training and understanding the law has opportunities and challenges. 

  • When: February 21st, 7am - 8am PST (Roundings are held monthly every third Wednesday from 7-8am). 
  • Facilitated by:  Desi McCue DNP, MBA, RN, FACHE, CENP.  NWONL Past-President. Legacy Meridian Park VP and Chief Nursing Officer
  • Discussion led by: Syl Trepanier DNP, RN CENP, FAONL, FAAN, Providence SVP, Chief Nursing Officer and Jennifer Gentry MSN, RN, NEA-BC, Providence St. Joseph Health, Division Chief Nursing Officer- Central

If you are not already registered: Request invitation from admin@nwonl.org 

Respectfully,
-cmw
Cindi M. Warburton DNP | ARNP | FNP
Executive Director
Northwest Organization of Nurse Leaders

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