Updates in Occupational Health Nursing: Strategies for Addressing Workplace Health Issues
Provided by
University of Michigan Center for Occupational Health and Safety Engineering
(www.umcohse.org)
and
American Association of Occupational Health Nurses
(www.aaohn.org)
Ann Arbor, MI
June 4 - 5, 2013
Sherry M. Bumpus, PhD(c), FNP-BC
Associate Professor, Eastern Michigan University School of Nursing
Associate Professor, Eastern Michigan University School of Nursing
Anne Thomas, PhD, ANP-BC, GNP, FAANP
Dean, Associate Professor, University of Indianapolis School of Nursing
Tuesday, June 4 & 5, 2013
Member Price: $400.00
Non-Member Price: $500.00
Contact Hours: 12.75
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Course Description
This two‐day course is designed to update the occupational and environmental health nurse regarding the assessment, intervention and evaluation of common problems encountered in the work setting.
Topics will include:
- chest pain
- respiratory ailments
- head injuries
- penetration/foreign body injuries
- musculoskeletal strains and sprains
- skin lacerations
- mental health
- thermal injuries
Additionally, this program will include introductory ergonomics principles so the occupational health nurse can identify the work‐related risk factors of musculoskeletal disorders and recommend basic workplace changes.
This program is intended for occupational and environmental health nurses or other clinicians who provide direct health care services for workers. This program should be particularly valuable for service providers staffing medical stations or clinics within worksite facilities or plants.
Location
| Kensington Court Hotel 610 Hilton Blvd Ann Arbor, MI 48108 TimesTuesday, June 4Registration: 8:00 am Program start: 8:30 am Program end: 4:30 pm Wednesday, June 5 Program start: 8:30 am Program end: 4:30 pm |
Hotel Accomodations A limited number of hotel rooms are being held for program attendees at the Kensington Court, 610 Hilton Blvd, Ann Arbor, Michigan [single/double $104.00/night]. Please contact the hotel directly at 734-761-7800 or 1-800-344-7829 to make a reservation, stating that you are a registrant for the UM Center for Ergonomics course. Attendees are responsible for making their own hotel arrangements and payment. |
Summary of Topics
Common Musculoskeletal Injuries--Small and large joint musculoskeletal injuries commonly found in occupational health settings will be discussed.
Ergonomics--The workplace risk factors associated with musculoskeletal disorders will be described.
Head Injuries--Current assessment, treatment and evaluation guidelines for brain contusion and concussion will be covered.
Dermatological Concerns: Lacerations, Thermal and Chemical Injuries--Current assessment, treatment and evaluation guidelines for the management of selected dermatological traumas will be discussed.
Chest Pain: Sorting Through the Diagnostic Picture--Comparing and contrasting emergent and non-emergent chest discomfort in the occupational health setting will be discussed. Subsequent management guidelines will be reviewed.
Respiratory Ailments--Current management practices and medical guidelines in selected common occupational health respiratory conditions will be covered.
Penetration Injuries--Emergent care in penetration injuries occurring in occupational health settings will be discussed.
Addressing Mental Health and Wellness Programming--Depression and anxiety are two of the most common mental health concerns in the workplace environment. Screening, assessment, intervention, referral and follow-up of these illnesses will be discussed.
Program Planners and Speakers
| Faculty | Program Planners |
| Sherry M. Bumpus, PhD(c), FNP-BC Associate Professor Eastern Michigan University School of Nursing |
Sheryl Ulin, PhD, CPE Director of Continuing Education University of Michigan Center for Occupational Health & Safety Engineering |
| Anne C. Thomas, PhD, ANP-BC, GNP Dean, Associate Professor University of Indianapolis School of Nursing |
Marjorie McCullagh, PhD, RN, APHN-BC, COHN-S Assistant Professor, Director of Occupational Nursing Program University of Michigan School of Nursing |
