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Testimonials
This is a wonderful course. I think it should be given to all Occupational Health Nurses, young or old! The course was helpful to know how to study for the test.—Chicago, IL
The entire course was an excellent review and initial introduction to many issues. Extremely motivating
—wonderful method of presentation. Annette's knowledge with experience I can only say SUPERB!—Atlanta, GA
So much information put into a format that I can reasonably review....now I don't feel so overwhelmed.—Boston, MA
I am new to the industrial arena but this course will help give me a good foundation.—San Francisco, CA
This was an excellent review course. The presentation was very professional, organized and detailed.—Washington, DC
Superb! Material is very organized. One of the best courses I've ever attended. Motivating.—Orange, CA
Ms. Haag is able to impart her level of knowledge and amount of experience to others in an effective, enjoyable and cohesive manner.
—Atlanta, GA
First program I attended that I'll be able to use. Presented information and manuals will not go into a corner to collect dust.—Boston, MA
Excellent course. Covered a massive amount of information. Well focused and organized. I can't imagine taking certification test without this course.—San Francisco, CA
This course was worth every bit of money that it cost—wonderful.
—Chicago, IL
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Annette B. Haag, MA, RN,
COHN-S/CM, FAAOHN |
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 President, Annette B. Haag and Associates, Past president of the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, Trustee for the American Society of Safety Engineers Foundation. With 40 years of experience, she is nationally and internationally recognized in the field of health and safety. |
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Course Includes: |
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Participative lectures |
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Written tests prior, during and at conclusion of course |
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24.3 hours of continuing education credit approved by CA BRN |
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Certificate of completion |
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Comprehensive workbook/resource manuals and classroom materials |
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Test taking techniques and strategies for preparing and studying for the COHN and COHN-S examination |
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State-of-the-art information to prepare OHNs for the future |
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Designed For Nurses: |
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Employed full or part-time in the field of Occupational Health |
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Preparing for the American Board of Occupational Health Nurses Certification Exams—COHN or COHN-S |
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Considering entering the field of Occupational Health Nursing |
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Setting up Occupational Health Programs |
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Valuable Information For: |
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| Course Content |
Management/Coordinator/Consultant Functions:
Provide advice and manage Occupational Health and Safety Programs, services and staff
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Assessment of corporate, environmental and employee needs |
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Analysis of health and safety data to identify program and organization status/needs |
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Review of managerial roles, concepts, principles, applications, mission statement, strategic planning systems, staffing, facilities, policies and procedures, budgets, cost benefit/cost effective analyses |
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Knowledge base necessary to the practice of OHN |
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Review of collaborative relationships with management, employees, health and safety professionals, providers, and community agencies and representatives |
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Establishment of networks of qualified providers of health and safety services |
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Scope, definition, ethical issues and standards of OHN practice |
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Recordkeeping systems in the OH setting/principles of confidentiality |
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Review/design of legally mandated health and safety programs (OSHA, ADA, FMLA, DOT, CLIA, etc.) |
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Design and evaluation of health and safety programs and expected outcomes/TQM/CQI |
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Clinical Functions in OHN Practice:
Clinical care, environmental relationships, counseling, client advocacy, and change agent
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Assessment of individual's physical and mental health status and needs |
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Health and medical surveillance systems and programs |
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Identification/symptomatology/management of occupational diseases and injuries |
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Health effects and medical/environmental monitoring of environmental stresses (chemical, physical, biological, ergonomic), principles of toxicology |
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Worksite walk-through surveys, industrial hygiene and safety principles |
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Case management/managed care/rehabilitation |
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Primary care, nursing diagnosis, nursing guidelines, interventions and expected outcomes |
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Counseling/employee assistance programs |
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Advisor/Educator Functions in OHN Practice:
Health protection, health promotion, health education, and research |
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Health protection/health promotion/health education program design |
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Survey methods and identification of learning needs |
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Knowledge of the work environment/control measures |
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Planning interventions/expected outcomes related to health protection, promotion and education |
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Health and safety training and education programs |
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Research and epidemiology in OHN |
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| Continuing Education Credits |
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Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #9971 for 24.3 contact hours.
YOU MUST ATTEND THE FULL PROGRAM
IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT |
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