OHN RESOURCES

The following resources were created by the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses Inc. (AAOHN) for all occupational health nursing professionals, free to members.

Standards of Practice

AAOHN, the professional association for occupational and environmental health nurses, establishes and promotes standards for this nursing specialty based on the scope of practice. AAOHN has identified the 11 professional practice standards that describe a competent level of performance with regard to the nursing process and professional roles of the occupational and environmental health nurse. 

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Code of Ethics

The AAOHN Code of Ethics augments standards of nursing care, providing a non-negotiable ethical framework for decision-making and evaluation of nursing actions as occupational and environmental health nurses (OHNs) fulfill their professional responsibilities to society and the profession within their licensed scope of practice. The Code is a statement of the ethical values, obligations, duties and professional principles of occupational and environmental health nurses individually and collectively. 

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Position Statements

AAOHN has taken positions on a number of issues related to occupational and environmental health nursing practice.

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AAOHN / ABOHN / AAOHN Foundation Professional Development Roadmap

The AAOHN/ABOHN/AAOHN Foundation Roadmap is a comprehensive guide to professional growth in occupational and environmental health nursing—from exploration and early career development to certification, leadership, and advanced practice. Designed to support nurses at every stage, the roadmap highlights key resources, credentials, educational opportunities, and funding support available through AAOHN, ABOHN, and the AAOHN Foundation. Use this tool to navigate your career path, build professional credibility, expand your network, and confidently invest in your long-term success as an occupational health nurse.

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Competencies in Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing

The Competencies in Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing provide the core for practice in the specialty of occupational and environmental health nursing.

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Research Priorities

AAOHN has drafted research priorities to be consistent with and adapted from research priorities identified by the NIOSH Total Worker Health® program. 

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