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HIV Testing & Prevention (Session 1 of 4) This session focused on the foundational principles of HIV testing and prevention, including why routine, opt-out testing is a critical component of standard care. Participants gained understanding of how HIV causes illness, what symptoms to watch for, and how to confidently approach HIV testing and prevention strategies in clinical practice. This session also introduced the concept of treatment as prevention and emphasize the role of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in reducing new HIV diagnoses. Importantly, any licensed prescriber can offer PrEP – you do not need to specialize in infectious diseases or HIV care to play a meaningful role in prevention. Key Concepts: · Overview of HIV pathophysiology and symptom recognition · CDC guidelines for routine, opt-out HIV testing · Laboratory tests used to identify and confirm HIV infection · Understanding treatment as prevention · Practical guidance on prescribing PrEP in primary care settings This session is ideal for clinicians looking to strengthen their HIV prevention efforts and ensure routine testing becomes a standard part of care. |
Presented By:
Jennifer Sobolik, CNP, AACRN, AAHIVS
Jennifer Sobolik is a Certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in comprehensive sexual health and HIV care. Her clinical expertise spans STI testing, treatment, and prevention; family planning; HIV testing and prevention; pre-and post-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP/PEP); and primary are for people living with HIV.
In 2017, Jenn and her team at Complete Health in Rapid City, South Dakota, launched a specialty clinic dedicated to serving people with HIV. Their mission is to provide respectful, patient-centered care in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Jenn holds the Advanced AIDS Certified Registered Nurse (AACRN) credential and is recognized as a Specialist by the American Academy of HIV Medicine (AAHIVS). She is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and advancing best practices through clinical leadership and education.
Beyond her clinical practice, Jenn serves on the Association of Nurse in AIDS Care (ANAC) Rural Nursing Committee, advocating for the unique needs of individuals living with HIV in rural communities. She is also a participant in the HIV & Aging Scholars Cohort, where her current research explores the experience of loneliness among individuals with HIV in rural settings.
Webinar | October 22, 2025
Recording
Resources from the Session:
Click here to access the following resources:
- Presentation
- DAETC PeEP Toolkit
- Curriculum Resources
