OHN Prep: Legal and Regulatory Considerations

6 Month Access $50.00

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What you will learn:

Occupational health nursing (OHN) is a challenging field of practice. It requires a strong background in nursing essentials, plus knowledge of legal and regulatory issues which are unique to occupational health. The information provided in this module will describe, in broad terms, the regulations that apply in the OHN setting; how these regulations are promulgated; and where to find reliable sources of information. Additional concepts present in this course include non-regulatory compliance sources and process of OSHA inspections. This knowledge will enhance the OHN’s practice, and the quality of care provided. This course is also part of the OHN Prep Course Package.

After completing this course, learners will be able to:

Describe the legal and regulatory requirements for the OHNs
List the primary sources of non-regulatory guidance for OHN practice
Describe the regulatory process
Understand what to expect during an OSHA inspection and confidentiality issues

Who will it benefit:

Occupational Health Nurses
Health Care Field

Certificate of Completion

1 CNE Credit

30 minutes to complete

KEEP LEARNING

Legal and Ethical Issues

This module will review the legal responsibilities and laws that occupational health nurses must follow in their practice.

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Case Management

In this course you will better understand the case management knowledge and skills.

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Recordkeeping

This module will cover the benefits of electronic recordkeeping systems and how real-time information can be collected in an OHN clinic.

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This course was supported by the Grant or Cooperative Agreement Number, U19OH011227, funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Department of Health and Human Services, Health Links, the Center for Health, Work & Environment, or the Colorado School of Public Health.