EMPLOYEE GRIEVANCES: MANAGING SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Course overview

Sexual harassment is broadly defined as unwelcome sexual behavior that results in feelings of humiliation, embarrassment, or intimidation in another person. In the healthcare setting, as in any workplace, sexual harassment can create a hostile work environment, which has negative psychosocial consequences for the individual being harassed and is grounds for legal action against the employer unless appropriate measures are taken to manage the situation. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of the nurse manager’s role in the management of sexual harassment among employees. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.