Course -Overview - Enhancing_Specialist_OH_Nursing Presentation - Phina - AULA

Introduction to the Module

• Module Coordinator: Fina

• Focus: Enhancing well-being and occupational health.

• Objective: Facilitate effective, inspiring, and safe occupational health practices in diverse workplaces.

• Engagement Goal: Foster understanding of evidence-based approaches to occupational health and well-being.

Module Design and Interaction

• Interactive and thought-provoking framework.

• Encourages active participation, sharing experiences, and learning opportunities.

• Designed to develop specialist occupational health nurses as change agents.

Key Focus Areas

Bridging Knowledge Gaps

• Focus on evidence-based decision-making.

• Aligning learning with real-world workplace demands.

• Developing leadership skills.

Professional Experience

• Designed by experienced occupational health nurses.

• Module coordinators have firsthand understanding of challenges and opportunities in the field.

• Aims to be practical and relevant for professional growth.

Course Structure

• Duration: 8-10 weeks, delivered entirely through distance learning.

• Interactive online learning to support professional development while allowing flexibility.

• Encouragement to engage fully with materials and discussions for enriched learning.

Support for Occupational Health Practice

• Course aims to build confidence in applying up-to-date knowledge reflecting current trends.

• Focus on developing reflective and analytical skills in balancing clinical decisions, business needs, and worker well-being.

Foundations of Occupational Health Nursing (Unit 1)

• Explore the role and scope of occupational health nursing.

• Historical evolution and ethical/legal considerations.

• Importance of understanding legislative frameworks and professional standards.

• Key Takeaways:

  • Evolution of occupational health.

  • Influence of ethics and law on decision-making.

  • Alignment of practice with regulatory frameworks.

Risk Assessment and Hazard Management (Unit 2)

• Importance of identifying workplace hazards and implementing control measures.

• Ongoing risk assessment process: assessing noise, hazardous substances, ergonomic risks.

• Goal: Protect worker health and prevent occupational illnesses.

• Key Takeaways:

  • Integrate risk management strategies into daily operations.

  • Influence organizational policies using data-driven approaches.

Clinical Aspects of Occupational Health Nursing (Unit 3)

• Topics: health surveillance, early detection of workplace-related conditions, emergency preparedness.

• Role of nurses in identifying health risks and ensuring timely interventions.

• Focus on effective data collection to inform policies and improve health outcomes.

• Key Takeaways:

  • Strengthen early intervention skills.

  • Leverage data for workplace policies.

  • Enhance emergency management ability.

Health Promotion and Well-being in the Workplace (Unit 4)

• Focus on strategies: workplace wellness programs, digital health technologies, managing absenteeism/presenteeism.

• Key Takeaways:

  • Implement holistic health approaches.

  • Use technology to track employee health and identify trends for interventions.

Evolving Landscape of Occupational Health (Unit 5)

• Explore emerging health challenges and trends in workplace well-being initiatives.

• Role of innovation: AI-driven assessments, wearable health technologies.

• Importance of staying adaptable and forward-thinking in practice.

Module Overview and Future Topics

• Topics to be divided into detailed subtopics (e.g., Topic 1.1, Topic 1.2).

• Aim: Provide practical applications and evidence-based insights for enhancement of occupational health practice.

• Continuous evolution of the role of occupational health nurses.

Communication and Accessibility

• Encouragement for questions, comments, and feedback.

• Utilization of discussion rooms for respectful conversation and collaboration.

• Accommodations for accessible formats if required.

Closing Remarks

• Encourage enthusiasm for the learning journey ahead.

• Wish participants well and express hope for enjoyment and engagement with the module.