Human Trafficking Awareness for Nurses: Identification, Ethical Care, and Professional Responsibility

Course overview

This 2 hour course meets the Florida Board of Nursing requirement for Human Trafficking education. It is designed to help nurses recognize human trafficking in healthcare settings and understand their role in responding. The course reviews how human trafficking is defined under federal law, common warning signs nurses may see in practice, and factors that increase patient vulnerability. It also addresses ethical concerns, trauma informed nursing care, and nursing responsibilities related to reporting, referral, and documentation. The focus is on patient safety, professional judgment, and realistic nursing situations. This course is intended for licensed nurses working in a variety of healthcare settings.