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| 701 - Awakening the Spirit of Your Work and Life - Finding Balance
John Izzo, PhD
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
Time: 8:00 -9:30 a.m. | Course Number: 701
Track: Professionalism
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | Occupational health nurses are often isolated from other nurses which makes the need for the skills of personal and professional renewal more important. In this session you will learn how to care for the self, maintain purpose and passion at work, live your values in and out of work and maintain an ongoing practice of renewal. | | Objectives: | - Identify ways to find more spirit and purpose in the workplace while maintaining a work/life balance; and
- Utilize practical ideas and tools to maintain purpose and find renewal at work and in life.
<TOP | | 702 - What Else Can I Do With Spirometry?
Kathryn Sarnecky, MSM, BSN, RN, COHN-S/CM
Mary C. Hanley, BSN, RN, COHN-S/CM
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
Time: 8:00 -9:30 a.m. | Course Number: 702
Track: Workforce, Workplace and Environment
Level: Intermediate | | Abstract: | This session has ninety packed minutes with practical information on how the occupational health nurse can make an impact on the respiratory health of the workplace population. Learn how to get the most out of spirometry values and symptom assessment when evaluating employees. Particular attention is given to the rising epidemic of COPD. Learn what is new in treatment protocols and research. This session will give you the tools to educate your employees and help them to recognize that changes in their behaviors can significantly reduce risk and improve quality of life. | | Objectives: | - Identify the key components of a respiratory assessment;
- Discuss current treatment and cutting-edge interventions to improve respiratory function; and
- Identify the role of the occupational health nurse in early intervention and screening.
<TOP | | 703 - Focus on Safety and Prevention While Implementing a Strong RTW Program-The Challenges We Face
Barb Maxwell, MHA, RN, COHN-S, CCM, CWCP, QRP
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
Time: 8:00 -9:30 a.m. | Course Number: 703
Track: Case Management
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | It is well known that it is very costly to any organization, as well as to any employee, that sustains a work related injury. Everyone involved is faced with many challenges that are encountered when establishing an aggressive return-to-work program while facing safety and prevention. Employers have come to realize the importance of being pro-active and focusing on safety and prevention. This workshop will assist the occupational health nurse in ways to identify challenges and to take a pro-active approach in resolutions so everyone wins. | | Objectives: | - Name two early interventions the occupational health nurse can identify with each pre-employment candidate;
- Describe the importance of aggressive case management utilizing return-to-work management;
- Name three members of the "working team" on each claim;
- Name three clinical tools to enhance your return-to-work program; and
- Define a physical demand analysis.
<TOP | | 704 - Work Ecology: A Conceptual Framework for Addressing Barriers to Health Promotion Program Success
Paula Eklund-Rick, BS, MS
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
Time: 8:00 -9:30 a.m. | Course Number: 704
Track: Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Level: Intermediate | | Abstract: | Work ecology is a conceptual framework that advocates for more effective individual and organizationally healthier outcomes by recognizing and targeting the work environment as an "inter-related eco-system" rather than exclusively focusing on the employees and their individual lifestyle choices. Attendees will learn about work ecology, how interconnected relationships and cultural practices of our work environment impact effective and successful program implementation and outcomes, and why it's important to add an ecological approach to our practice toolbox. | | Objectives: | - Define and discuss traditional/current organizational "human capital" activities and how it relates to health promotion and practice;
- Define the concept of work "eco-system" and discuss its relationship to health promotion practice and outcomes;
- Identify support systems, resources and actions necessary to create a healthy work ecology; and
- Identify methods to successfully implement the concept within individual worksite health promotion practices.
<TOP | | 705 - Using Incentives to Promote Healthy Behavior and Workforce Productivity
William P. Molmen, JD
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
Time: 10:00 -11:30 a.m. | Course Number: 705
Track: Research
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | Costly chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension and depression have one major thing in common - a behavior change can dramatically improve health and productivity status. All employees, however, could eat better, exercise more often and seek and follow medical treatment advice. IBI's newest study, Incentives for Healthy Behavior and Workforce Productivity, shows how to engage employees in healthy, productive behavior. You will learn from the research: the business case; employer goals; the level and range of financial incentives used; effectiveness ratings; and challenges and opportunities when implementing effective incentives-based programs. | | Objectives: | - Outline and explain the business case for investing in incentive programs in terms of a broader ROI for absence, disability and lost productivity savings;
- Develop goals around various types of health and productivity programs and discuss the range of business outcomes; and
- Compare and contrast various incentives and disincentives, their effectiveness ratings and quantify their cash value.
<TOP | | 706 - The Complex Case - Where Do I Begin?
Cathy Cato, RN, BSN, MPH, COHN(S)
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
Time: 10:00 -11:30 a.m. | Course Number: 706
Track: Case Management
Level: Intermediate | | Abstract: | Have you ever looked at a complex case with double-digit diagnoses and didn't know where to begin? This active presentation will prepare the occupational health nurse to identify and intervene successfully in complex cases, such as fibromyalgia/depression, chronic pain, PTSD. A lecture format with attendee participation through case study review will be utilized. | | Objectives: | - Define the complex case and identify critical touchpoints for intervention;
- Create and implement an intervention plan with the employee and key partners to ensure remain at work, return to work or medical leave; and
- Analyze cases and recommend successful intervention.
<TOP | | 707 - Save the Budget Through Case Management Processes A-Z
Barb Maxwell, MHA, RN, COHN-S, CCM, CWCP, QRP
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
Time: 10:00 -11:30 a.m. | Course Number: 707
Track: Management, Business and Leadership
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | Once an organization has an employee injured on the job, what's the next step? Costs associated with work-related injuries/illnesses continue to spiral out of control. Employers have come to realize the importance of having case management services to oversee their work-related injury claims. Throughout the years, case management processes have been created, revised, and changed to meet the ever-challenging population in which we serve. Participants of this class will learn the latest cost-effective processes regarding case management. | | Objectives: | - Define case management;
- Distinguish between observations and judgments made by case managers;
- Identify potential conflicts that can become opportunities for enhanced communication;
- List four steps for success for case managers; and
- Name three primary responsibilities of the case manager.
<TOP | | 708 - Disaster Strikes, You Can Help!
Brenna Aileo, RN, BSN, MA
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
Time: 10:00 -11:30 a.m. | Course Number: 708
Track: Workforce, Workplace and Environment
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | The Red Cross staff's health goal is to deploy healthy individuals who meet the physical demands of disaster work. Staff health individuals (RNs/MDs) are the professional staff who volunteer to respond when disaster strikes to take care of the occupational and environmental health needs of the paid and volunteer staff. The preparedness phase includes a physical demands analysis and a health screening tool that is reviewed and hardship coded. The disaster response phase includes: a disaster assessment with hardship codes assigned, deployment health screening, education, treatment, surveillance and data collection. All eleven standards of occupational and environmental health nursing are demonstrated on every disaster response. When disaster strikes, you can help! | | Objectives: | - Discuss the Red Cross health screening process and tools utilized during the preparation phase of disaster work;
- Explain the role of the Red Cross staff health RN/MD during the response phase of disaster operations; and
- Analyze disaster worker's illness and injury data from past disaster operation and make recommendations for changes/action.
<TOP | | 709 - Behavioral Risk Assessment: An Emerging Trend
Marcia Carruthers, MBA, ARM, CPDM
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
Time: 1:00 -2:30 pm | Course Number: 709
Track: Case Management
Level: Intermediate | | Abstract: | Based on a growing body of research and new employer experimentation, the industry has now reached the "tipping point" in moving towards a new approach that has achieved significant success - Behavioral Risk. It is now possible to uncover these nagging issues, as well as prevent and limit losses related to the psychological component of claims, absence and productivity. This process includes the examination of the underlying psychological and psychosocial elements of physical claims, psychiatric/mental health claims, presenteeism, and even safety incidents and performance issues by using trained mental health professionals in concert with disability claims and human resource personnel. | | Objectives: | - Cite leading statistics on mental health, EAP, healthcare and behavioral risk;
- Explain the concept of behavioral risk and its application to the workplace and to occupational health nursing;
- Describe employer challenges that lay the foundation for behavioral risk need;
- Describe the scope of behavioral risk using a number of model programs and case examples;
- Cite the benefits of behavioral risk; and
- Relay the future vision of behavioral risk impact on workforce management.
<TOP | | 710 - Getting the Information Needed for Client Evaluation: Techniques for Effective Interviewing
Nancy Plemmons, MSN, RN, CFNP
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
Time: 1:00 -2:30 pm | Course Number: 710
Track: Clinical
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | Good communication is the basis of healthy relationships. A key component of a good occupational health nurse-client relationship is the art of excellent interviewing. All nurses, whether they are new to the profession or have years of experience, can benefit from learning more about effective interviewing. This interactive course will describe the purpose of an interview, as well as six key concepts to remember during the interview. It will review the seven dimensions of a symptom to help provide organization/structure and efficiency for the interview process, which will, in turn, promote better organization for documentation. Important interview "do's" and "don'ts" will be discussed. This course will also offer several practical tips and strategies for getting started, focusing and wrapping up an interview. | | Objectives: | - Discuss the purpose and components of the client interview;
- Discuss the seven symptom dimensions to explore when a client presents with a problem; and
- Describe effective communication techniques and explain efficient methods of opening, focusing and closing the interview process.
<TOP | | 711 - Regulatory Agencies Working Together-Who's the Enforcer?
Barb Maxwell, MHA, RN, COHN-S, CCM, CWCP, QRP
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008
Time: 1:00 -2:30 pm | Course Number: 711
Track: Regulatory, Ethical, Legal
Level: General Audience
| | Abstract: | The occupational health professional is challenged on a daily basis with facing different regulatory agencies while trying to take care of their employees. Blending ADA, FMLA, and Worker's Compensation claims can be performed in an effective manner. This session will enhance the occupational health professional's knowledge in implementing and blending the three respective parties: ADA, FMLA, and W/C. This session will point out "hot tips" on how you can avoid the pitfalls of all the regulatory bodies faced daily. | | Objectives: | - List two disability questions that can be asked at the pre-offer stage of employment;
- Define a medical examination;
- Identify two examples where FMLA and Worker's Compensation blend; and
- Define and list two examples of regulatory agencies and their impact on occupational health.
<TOP | | Abstract: | Every organization must have an emergency/disaster preparedness and management plan that comprehensively describes and defines its response to emergencies and disasters, whether the emergency or disaster occurs within the organization or community or across its immediate boundaries. The "All-Hazards Exercise Development" presentation will describe and demonstrate how to create realistic scenarios that will drive an exercise's duration, complexity and resource utilization. Participants will understand the importance of focusing on measurable objectives when conducting an exercise. Examples of tabletop exercises and physical exercise drills involving mass casualty "players," incident command | | Objectives: | - Describe the process of using the "All-Hazards Approach" in developing an effective and efficient emergency preparedness plan;
- Develop, formalize and conduct an exercise to test and stress the all-hazards emergency preparedness/management plan; and
- Evaluate, determine and discuss the effectiveness of the plan in action.
<TOP | | Abstract: | What are the keys to a purposeful, successful and fulfilling life? What must we discover about life before it is too late? In this program you will learn the five themes that emerged from research conducted with over 200 people from the ages of 60-106--reflect more, risk more, love more, enjoy more and return more! | | Objectives: | - Identify the five keys to happiness and purpose in life; and
- Maximize the work/life experience.
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