Spanish for HealthCare Professionals

As your number of Spanish–speaking patients increases year after year, it’s critical you are fluent enough to communicate critical healthcare concerns, conduct proper assessments, and gather a thorough medical history of your patient.

If you struggle with this, you’re not alone. Many nurses admit to feeling defeated or frustrated when struggling to communicate with a Spanish-speaking patient.

Language barriers not only make your job more difficult, but they can also be extremely time consuming, emotionally exhausting, and detrimental to the effectiveness of your treatment plan.

But it doesn’t have to be so hard...

Learn quick translations that will help you gather personal information and medical history, along with phrases you can use to calm your Spanish-speaking patients and their families with these free flashcards.

Click here to download your free resource today!

Worksheet


Want to learn more of the Spanish you need to confidently communicate with your Spanish-speaking patients?
Self-Compassion for Educators
Bridge the communication gap with our new online course designed for busy healthcare professionals who are ready to learn Spanish in an effective, non-threatening language learning experience, with "real-life" instruction geared for today's busy professional. Sign up now to get instant access to the Spanish vocabulary medical personnel need to know.

In this career-changing CE training, international speaker and award–winning educator Tracey Long, PhD, RN, APRN, MS, MSN, CDE, CNE, CHUC, CCRN, will walk you through Spanish vocabulary that you can use in any department or setting.

Through easy-to-follow video modules, made to be completed at your own pace, you will learn Spanish vocabulary for assessments, medical equipment, medications, taking family history, and so much more!
Tracey Long PhD, MS, MSN, RN, APRN-BC, CDCES, CCRN, CNE, COI

Tracey Long, PhD, MS, MSN, RN, APRN-BC, CDCES, CCRN, CNE, COI, has worked as a Family Nurse Practitioner in endocrinology, critical care, and primary care, earning degrees from Brigham Young University, Purdue University and UNLV. Dr. Long is a critical care clinical instructor, a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, has developed diabetes education programs and teaches a diabetes educator certification course. She has a passion for active learning and is an international speaker and award-winning educator.
 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Tracey Long has employment relationships with Utah Body and Soul, College of Southern Nevada, Chamberlain College, and Travelers Education Group. She receives compensation as a freelance writer and editor. Tracey Long receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Tracey Long is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, the American Association of Critical Care Nurses, the American Diabetes Association, the National Certified Diabetes Educator Association, and the American Nurses Association. She is on the editorial board of the Journal of Medical Education Development and is a contributing editor Yangtz Journal of Medicine.
Let's Stay in Touch

Get exclusive discounts, new training announcements & more!

You May Also Be Interested In These Related Blog Posts
Englishspanish Speaking
7 Spanish Healthcare Phrases You NEED to Know
Did you know that the United States is now the world's second largest Spanish-speaking country after Mexico, and the US Census Office estimates that the US will have 138 million Spanish speakers by...
Hands Breaking Free From Handcuffs Against A Blue Sky
How To Harness the Power of Values and Help Your Clients Speak Up When It Matters
Dr. Danielle N. Moyer shares clinical strategies for using values-based interventions to empower clients to communicate authentically, overcome avoidance, and build meaningful connections.
Mindfulness Practices Person Meditating
Using Mindfulness to Support Clients with Sociopolitical Unrest
Learn practical exercises to manage your own reactions, stay present with clients, and respond with intention rather than fear when difficult topics arise in session. This resource helps clinicians...
Close Up Of Elderly Hands Holding In Comfort
Navigating Challenging Conversations with Compassion
Learn practical strategies for managing difficult conversations with clients, colleagues, and loved ones using compassion-based approaches.
Englishspanish Speaking
7 Spanish Healthcare Phrases You NEED to Know
Did you know that the United States is now the world's second largest Spanish-speaking country after Mexico, and the US Census Office estimates that the US will have 138 million Spanish speakers by...
Hands Breaking Free From Handcuffs Against A Blue Sky
How To Harness the Power of Values and Help Your Clients Speak Up When It Matters
Dr. Danielle N. Moyer shares clinical strategies for using values-based interventions to empower clients to communicate authentically, overcome avoidance, and build meaningful connections.
Mindfulness Practices Person Meditating
Using Mindfulness to Support Clients with Sociopolitical Unrest
Learn practical exercises to manage your own reactions, stay present with clients, and respond with intention rather than fear when difficult topics arise in session. This resource helps clinicians...
Close Up Of Elderly Hands Holding In Comfort
Navigating Challenging Conversations with Compassion
Learn practical strategies for managing difficult conversations with clients, colleagues, and loved ones using compassion-based approaches.