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| 601 - Ergonomic Program Implementation: A Business Approach
Peggy E. Ross, RN, BS, CSP, COHN-S/CM/SM
Liza Taylor, RN, BSN, COHN-S
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 8:30 -10:00 a.m. | Course Number: 601
Track: MBL
Level: Intermediate | | Abstract: | It is estimated that one-third of all work-related injuries are linked to human factors. A misfit between workers' physical capability and the environment contributes to discomfort, injury, and associated costs. Participants will learn to identify ergonomic hazards and assess risk using various risk assessment tools. Application of ergonomic principles in various environments will be addressed with effective control methods described. Elements of a robust ergonomic program, including prioritized action plans, cost/benefit analysis and lean manufacturing concepts, will be featured as part of a business approach to sell ergonomic solutions to management. | | Objectives: | - Describe the benefits of a successful ergonomics program;
- Identify ergonomic hazards and determine associated risk level;
- Apply ergonomic knowledge and skills to various workplace settings;
- Describe methods for assessing ergonomic risk and discuss control methods; and
- Apply ergonomic knowledge using a business approach.
<TOP | | 602 - The Costs of Short Sleep
Kathleen K. Ohlmann, MSN, RN, COHN-S
Mary I. O'Sullivan, MS
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 8:30 -10:00 a.m. | Course Number: 602
Track: CLN
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | Not only is lack of sleep hazardous to employees, but sleep related problems drive up medical and insurance costs. Participants in this session will learn about sleep deprivation and how it affects performance and personal health risks. It will provide information on chronic sleep debt and it's relationship to the metabolic syndrome and other health risks. | | Objectives: | - Discuss the basic value of sleep;
- Discuss the effects of short sleep; and
- Identify the health risks associated with insufficient sleep.
<TOP | | 603 - The Design & Implementation of a Medical Self-Care Program
Don R. Powell, PhD
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 8:30 -10:00 a.m. | Course Number: 603
Track: HPDP
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | Self-care interventions have become the "darling" of the health promotion industry over the past five years due to their low implementation cost, ability to reduce utilization, and value-added marketing appeal. The effectiveness of self-care programs, however, can vary greatly. What are the characteristics that distinguish successful self-care programs from those that are less so? Are telephonic nurse triage services more cost effective than self-care publications or vice versa? How important is it to conduct a self-care workshop when a self-care guide is distributed? Is online self-care effective? What are the best ways to gather data on a self-care program? What legal liabilities do organizations face? This talk will answer these questions and more. Finally, several research studies on the efficacy of self-care programs will be presented that cross the life span, including those conducted by BlueCross BlueShield of Massachusetts, York Health Plan, Florida Hospital and Capital Blue Cross. | | Objectives: | - Explain how medical self-care can effectively control healthcare costs;
- Identify three self-care interventions that are presently available; and
- Describe the results of two self-care studies.
<TOP | | 604 - Confidentiality of Employee Medical Information: Legal and Ethical Aspects
Patricia B. Strasser, PhD, RN, COHN-S/CM, FAAOHN
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 8:30 -10:00 a.m. | Course Number: 604
Track: REL
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | This session will help occupational and environmental health nurses understand the various federal and state laws such as HIPAA, ADA and OSHA, as well as the ethical considerations that impact employee medical record access and confidentiality of health information. Attendees will be given information regarding policy and procedure development to ensure consistent and appropriate management of confidential employee medical information and health records. | | Objectives: | - Describe the various legal requirements that affect confidentiality of employee medical information;
- Discuss the ethical considerations impacting confidentiality of employee medical information; and
- Discuss mechanisms to ensure that employee medical information is managed in an appropriate manner.
<TOP | | 606 - Psychiatric Fitness for Duty Evaluations: An Essential Tool for Assessing Risk and Minimizing Workplace Violence
Donald L. Sherak, MD
Melissa J. LeBlanc, BSN, RN, CCM, COHN-S
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 1:45 -3:15 pm | Course Number: 606
Track: WWE
Level: Intermediate | | Abstract: | Violence in the workplace continues to undermine workers' performance, productivity, and morale. Employers may look to their occupational and environmental nursing professionals to assess work environments and lead interdisciplinary teams within an organization to achieve successful resolution of these potentially destructive situations. This presentation will use case studies to demonstrate the collaborative process between human resource personnel, occupational health, operations/supervisory staff and outside psychiatric experts. Determining when a Psychiatric Fitness For Duty is appropriate and how to obtain the quality pragmatic results necessary to produce positive outcomes will be discussed. The need for up-to-date company policy and standard operating procedures, as well as strategies for legislative compliance, will be addressed. This presentation will enhance the skills occupational and environmental health nurses already possess to maximize program efficiency and reduce episodes of violence within their organizations. | | Objectives: | - Recognize potential violence in the work place;
- Describe the process for obtaining a successful psychiatric fitness for duty evaluation; and
- Implement results of a psychiatric fitness for duty evaluation.
<TOP | | 607 - Intrinsic Thinking, The Core Element of Intrinsic Coaching: Helping People Improve Health Behavior
Claudine T. Reilly, MA, RN, COHN-S, CHES, CPDM, Intrinsic Coach®
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 1:45 -3:15 pm | Course Number: 607
Track: HPDP
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | Have you ever been frustrated trying to help someone improve their health behavior? Have you ever thought, "I give them all my expertise, but they just aren't motivated to make any changes"? If your answer is yes to either question, this session on intrinsic thinking may be just what you need! Intrinsic thinking, the basis of Intrinsic Coaching®, enables behavior change because of an increased capacity to think better. Clients are able, through their own improved thinking, to create goals and action plans on their own. Intrinsic Coaching® is a whole new paradigm about how we listen to and talk with people to effect behavior change in a way that lasts and goes on long after the coaching ends. | | Objectives: | - Define intrinsic coaching and discuss intrinsic, extrinsic and systemic dimensions of thinking;
- Demonstrate four intrinsic coaching skills that can be used immediately; and
- Explain the "best thinking" formula and demonstrate corresponding conversational examples.
<TOP | | 608 - Lyme Disease: The Great Masquerader
Kathleen Q. Nalewaik, RN, CRNP
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 1:45 -3:15 pm | Course Number: 608
Track: CLN
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | Lyme disease is the fastest growing vector borne infectious disease in the United States and can be found in every state. Due to strict diagnostic criteria, the elusiveness of the causative organism, and its diverse presentations, Lyme disease often goes unrecognized, is underreported, and thus deemed "The Great Masquerader." Learn more about this disease, its pathogenesis, typical and atypical rashes, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and vaccine controversies. This presentation will examine and compare the teachings of typical traditional medicine with those of Lyme literate providers and the NIAID. | | Objectives: | - Explain the history and etiology of Lyme disease;
- Discuss the diagnosis and the three stages of Lyme disease; and
- Discuss treatment, vaccine development, prevention controls and Lyme disease research.
<TOP | | 609 - Managing Obesity in the Workplace
James Rippe, MD
Janet M. Thornton, BA
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 1:45 -3:15 pm | Course Number: 609
Track: HPDP
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | This program will address the power of at-work weight management programs to help employees become healthier and more productive while lowering healthcare costs. Companies that are hesitant about treating obesity will recognize the current cost of obesity-related conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension. Since people spend more hours at work than at home, the workplace becomes a compelling forum to help reduce obesity's impact. This session will address how to start a weight management program in the workplace using a guide produced in collaboration with the National Business Group on Health. Attendees will receive a copy of this 36-page guide as a take home lesson plan. | | Objectives: | - Cite the health consequences of obesity;
- Discuss the need and opportunity for corporate involvement; and
- Describe how to start a weight management program in the workplace.
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610 - Out of Control: Prescription and Over-the-Counter Substance Abuse Update 2008
Kathleen Golden McAndrew, MSN, APRN-BC, ANP, COHN-S, CCM, FAAOHN, FAANP
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 4:00 -5:30 pm
| Course Number: 610
Track: CLN
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | From 1992 to 2003 there has been a 212% increase in the abuse of controlled prescription drugs by teenagers. Many merely took medications they could find out of their medicine cabinets that included addictive opioids, depressants and stimulants. Many also admit to being poly drug abusers in that they also abuse alcohol or other medications to balance their habits. In addition, over the counter medication such as cold medication, which in large quantities acts as a hallucinogen, pseudoephedrine HCl, and other medications are abused and have to be put behind the counter in order to be controlled. As occupational and environmental healthcare providers, we need to be aware of this alarming and increasing trend and become familiar with the street names, packaging and signs and symptoms of impairment from the variety of prescription and over-the-counter medications that are currently being abused. This program will review the latest national trends, street slang and packaging substances that are currently being abused. | | Objectives: | - Review national statistics on substance abuse;
- Discuss the current trends of over-the-counter and prescription drug abuse; and
- Describe the signs and symptoms of impairment seen within over-the-counter and prescription drug categories currently being most abused.
<TOP | | 611 - Sharpening Your Skills for Effective Project Management
Shelley L. Jones, PhD, RN, COHN-S, FAAOHN
Louann M. Beck, MS, RN, COHN-S
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 4:00 -5:30 pm | Course Number: 611
Track: MBL
Level: Advance practice nurses/nurse practitioners or experience/education required | | Abstract: | How are you at developing and managing new projects? Do you stay within your budget? Managing processes, using tools, and orchestrating team behavior are the important keys to effective project management. Participants will be able to take home skills that are immediately usable in their work as occupational health nurses. | | Objectives: | - Describe common management principles used in the business environment, including project and program management;
- Describe the tasks of project management; and
- Discuss uses of tools in the phases of project management.
<TOP | | 612 - Health as a Human Capital Asset
Wendy Lynch, PhD
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 4:00 -5:30 pm | Course Number: 612
Track: WWE
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | In this session traditional views about employer-sponsored health benefits will be challenged. Arguments will be presented to propose that--although counterintuitive--the greatest opportunity for significant health improvement in the workforce comes from less investment in health-related benefits and more investment in performance-based regards. Employees who expect and receive tangible, timely, meaningful rewards for their skills and work output will value their human capital assets (including health) more. Viewing themselves as assets to top-line business success and partners with their employers encourages health-protective behavior and diminishes the perceived value of benefits and other rewards/perks that fall under the category of operating expenses. | | Objectives: | - Define marginal utility as it pertains to employer investments in health;
- List two things that affect employee productivity more than health; and
- Explain how employee-pay structure influences the importance of health.
<TOP | | 613 - Strategic Alliances: Creating Basic Foundations for Employee Self Care
Kathleen Tarleton, RN, BSN, MBA, COHN-S/CM
Diane D. Mackie, MHM, BSN, COHN-S/CM
Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Time: 4:00 -5:30 pm | Course Number: 613
Track: HPDP
Level: General Audience | | Abstract: | Healthy People 2010 has set national disease management objectives to be achieved by the end of this decade. The effort has two overarching goals: 1) to increase the quality and length of healthy life and 2) to eliminate health disparities. The means to achieve these goals are health communication and education. Occupational health nurses are equipped to provide these services or to collaborate with other health professionals to address these goals efficiently and effectively. To improve disease management outcomes, this employer creatively collaborated with their health plans and a pharmaceutical company to provide a unique intervention for their employees. An overview of this approach and outcomes will be discussed. | | Objectives: | - Describe issues that impact effective self-management of chronic conditions;
- Compare and differentiate opportunities for developing employee self management;
- Review one approach to promote patient empowerment and adherence; and
- Identify and describe learned outcomes.
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