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On May 4th, our own Susan Katz-Sliski, Greater Boston AOHN, joined other Occupational Health and Safety Professionals at the State House in Boston for a presentation of Resolutions in recognition of NAOSH Week.
The annual North American Occupational Safety and Health Week (April 30-May 6) is an event intended to focus the attention of employers, employees, the general public, and all partners in occupational safety, health and the environment on the importance of preventing injury and illness in the workplace. NAOSH Week is designed to:
- Increase understanding of the benefits of investment in occupational health and safety
- Raise awareness of the role and contribution of safety, health, and environmental professionals
- Help reduce workplace injuries and illness by encouraging new health, safety, and environmental activities and interest in NAOSH Week
The AAOHN, American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, is one of the many organizations, companies and local communities that have joined with the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE) to increase public awareness of the importance of workplace safety and health during North American Occupational Safety and Health Week (NAOSH).
"We are all working together to reduce death, injuries and illnesses in the workplace. Currently more than 5,000 people die on the job each year and four million more suffer from on-the-job illnesses and injuries every year. NAOSH week emphasizes the importance of safety and health in the workplace," ASSE President Jack Dobson, Jr., CSP, said recently. |
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ATLANTA (April, 2006) — The American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, Inc. (AAOHN) is pleased to announce that Stephanie Chalupka, EdD, APRN, BC, CNS, Professor in the Dept. of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell has received AAOHN’s Fellowship Award, the highest peer recognition in the occupational and environmental health nursing profession.
“The AAOHN Fellowship Award recognizes occupational and environmental health nurses who have made significant contributions to the profession in the areas of clinical practice, education, research, management or policy,” said Susan A. Randolph, president of AAOHN, during an awards ceremony at AAOHN’s Annual Symposium & Expo in Albuquerque, N.M. “It is my honor to introduce Stephanie Chalupka as a member of the 2006 class of AAOHN Fellows.”
As members of AAOHN, Fellows comprise a group of leaders who provide vision to advance the skills, knowledge and abilities of occupational and environmental health nurses, influence formation of policy, contribute to research and exemplify highly effective management and clinical practices.
Established in 1942, AAOHN is a 9,000-member national professional association dedicated to advancing the health, safety and productivity of domestic and global workforces by providing education, research, public policy and practice resources for occupational and environmental health nurses. These professionals are the largest group of health care providers serving the work and community environments.
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Hershey,PA (June, 2006) — The American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, Inc. (AAOHN) is pleased to announce that Barbara Haswell RN,COHN, MBA has received the Medique Leadership Award granted at the NEAOHN Conference held in Hershey, PA.
The Medique award recognizes occupational health nurses with emerging leadership skills and is established to foster the continuing development of these skills. The winner from each state will receive a stipend to be used towards attending the annual Northeast Conference.
Barbara is currently the President of the Western Massachusetts Association of Occupational health Nurses and serves as a Director for MaAOHN. She is the manager of WorkWise Occupational Health Services in Springfield, MA.
Established in 1942, AAOHN is a 9,000-member national professional association dedicated to advancing the health, safety and productivity of domestic and global workforces by providing education, research, public policy and practice resources for occupational and environmental health nurses. These professionals are the largest group of health care providers serving the work and community environments. |
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Methuen,MA (June, 2006) — The American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, Inc. (AAOHN) is pleased to announce that Kathleen Tuminello RN has received prestigious national recognition from her company 3M. The Chairman’s EHS Leadership Award is given to an outstanding 3M employee who championed a critical environmental, health or safety project.
As the facilities Occupational Health Nurse, Kathleen established an incident reduction initiative in Methuen to focus on medical management of occupational injuries and illnesses leading to improved case management practices. This lead to a documented reduction in incident rate and reduced health care costs. Through efficient methods of early reporting, management of minor incidents through education or treatment on site and encouragement of preventative medical care, Kathleen created a comprehensive program to support employee health and safety. Her nursing skills enabled her to prove herself an advocate for both the employees and 3M.
Established in 1942, AAOHN is a 9,000-member national professional association dedicated to advancing the health, safety and productivity of domestic and global workforces by providing education, research, public policy and practice resources for occupational and environmental health nurses. These professionals are the largest group of health care providers serving the serving the work and community environments. |
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Hershey, PA (June 2006) — The American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, Inc. (AAOHN) is pleased to announce that Susan Katz Sliski RN, MSN, CCM and Nancy Clover RN, COHN-S have jointly been awarded a North East AOHN Grant for the 2005 MaAOHN Professional Development Conference. They received the award at the NEAOHN Conference in Hershey,PA in June.
Their sponsored conference was held in Worcester, MA to support and promote emerging leaders in Occupational and Environmental Health. It was modeled after the National Conference of Leaders and provided a venue for local Occupational Health Nurses to network, share professional issues and knowledge. This collaborative forum exemplifies the core values and commitment to the practice of Occupational Health Nursing.
Susan Katz Sliski RN, MSN, CCM works as a case manager for an insurance company. She is presently completing a post graduate nursing education certificate at Regis College in Weston, MA. Nancy Clover RN, COHN-S is president of Occupational Health Connections, a staffing and recruiting company. Susan and Nancy serve on the board of the Massachusetts Association of Occupational Health Nurses.
Established in 1942, AAOHN is a 9,000-member national professional association dedicated to advancing the health, safety and productivity of domestic and global workforces by providing education, research, public policy and practice resources for occupational and environmental health nurses. These professionals are the largest group of health care providers serving the work and community environments. |
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