Occupational health nursing
Occupational Health Nursing is a specialized field of nursing that focuses on the promotion and restoration of health, prevention of illness and injury, and protection from work‐related and environmental hazards.
Pronunciation
- Occupational: /ˌɒkjʊˈpeɪʃənəl/
- Health: /hɛlθ/
- Nursing: /ˈnɜːrsɪŋ/
Etymology
- Occupational: Derived from the Latin word 'occupatio', meaning 'a taking over'.
- Health: Derived from the Old English word 'hælþ', meaning 'wholeness, a being whole, sound or well'.
- Nursing: Derived from the Latin word 'nutrire', meaning 'to suckle or nourish'.
Definition
Occupational health nursing is the practice of providing and delivering health and safety programs and services to employees, worker populations, and community groups. The practice focuses on promotion and restoration of health, prevention of illness and injury, and protection from work-related and environmental hazards.
Related Terms
- Occupational Health: The branch of medicine dealing with the prevention and treatment of job-related injuries and illnesses.
- Nursing: The profession or practice of providing care for the sick and infirm.
- Workplace Safety: Policies and procedures in place to ensure the safety and health of employees within a workplace.
- Environmental Hazards: Potential threats to humans and the environment, such as pollutants and toxins in the air, water, or soil.
Role of Occupational Health Nurses
Occupational health nurses are registered nurses who observe the health status of workers, worker populations and community groups. They identify workplace environmental factors that may impact worker health, safety, and productivity. Their role includes case management, counseling and crisis intervention, health promotion and risk reduction, legal and regulatory compliance, and worker and workplace hazard detection.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Occupational health nursing
- Wikipedia's article - Occupational health nursing
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