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J E Wachs

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PubMed1995

Listening.

Listening is a skill that few are taught and yet is essential to the successful operation of the occupational health service. Taking time to listen (even if that time is "not right now"), listening both verbally and nonverbally, and allowing speakers to tell their stories and discover the outcome or the solution to their problems are key components of effective listening. Attentive listening has the potential not only to facilitate progress in the health service but to foster a positive reputation for the occupational health nurse manager throughout the company.

Communication↗
PubMed1995

Precepting students.

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Education, Nursing, Baccalaureate↗
PubMed1995

Asking questions: a management tool.

The occupational health nurse manager does not have all the answers. In using a democratic style of leadership with well qualified professionals, the technique of questioning can be invaluable in clarifying the issue, brainstorming solutions, developing a course of action, and monitoring success. The personal rewards to the occupational health nurse manager will include a reputation for being an effective listener, a problem solver, and a valued member of the company's management team.

Communication↗
PubMed1995

Serving the community.

Occupational health nurse managers have been known to deliver Meals on Wheels, volunteer as Girl Scout leaders, consultants, and trainers, teach first aid and CPR classes to the public, as well as company employees, and work with community leaders and health science students to develop company and community health fairs. The positive image created by such activity for the company, the nurse, and the profession is far reaching and ultimately cost effective. Community service is important now more than ever. It is evident that government cannot solve our problems. Fortunately, the answer to many of our current health and social concerns is in our own backyard our communities. Occupational health managers have a unique opportunity to garner the support of business and industry and contribute to the grassroots movement to improve the health of all Americans.

Community Participation↗
PubMed1994

Professional presentations: transmitting information with polish and flair, Part II--Delivering the presentation.

Audiences want presentations that are organized, factual, and clear, and delivered by dynamic, caring speakers. To attain this goal requires practice of the process by which the speaker connects with and assists the audience in meeting personal and professional objectives. The outcome for the audience is new ideas and skills. The outcome for the speaker is a new competence in sharing the vision of health and health care with others.

Education, Nursing, Continuing↗
PubMed1994

Professional presentations: transmitting information with polish and flair, Part I--Preparing the presentation.

Writing a presentation requires the speaker to know the audience and the purpose of the presentation. Research, whether in the library or through interviews, is important for a presentation to be current and accurate. The organization of the presentation hinges on a clear central idea, measurable objectives, coherent outline complete with main points and supporting material, effective transitions, an introduction that previews the presentation, and a conclusion that summarizes it. This process provides a foundation for a presentation that is interesting, informative, and memorable.

Education, Nursing, Continuing↗
PubMed1992

Use of computers among occupational health nurses: results of a survey.

1. A survey of occupational health nurses revealed that they are using computers at work for a variety of activities, and find computers to be useful tools in their jobs. 2. Occupational health nurses who use computers at work differ from nonusers in level of education, experience, and salary. 3. Nurses who do not use computers at work are interested in learning more about computers, and are willing to and interested in attending seminars to gain additional knowledge in this area.

Attitude of Health Personnel↗
PubMed1992

Developing health service staff.

Professional nurses frequently view continuing education and staff development narrowly, as in the form of an annual offsite seminar. Staff development is a year around, planned program, adequately funded and creatively administered. Development needs can be identified during annual performance appraisals and strategies to meet the needs written into a formal plan. These strategies might include a variety of educational and vocational opportunities within the organization and in the community. An effective development program should lead to more staff with a wider repertoire of skills and a new vision of their role and responsibility. The nurse manager should see these changes reflected in a more effective and efficient health service and in personal accolades from the organization.

Humans↗
PubMed1990

Policies and practices used for the safe handling of antineoplastic drugs.

There is increasing evidence that exposure to antineoplastic drugs in the workplace has definite, measurable effects on health care workers. The literature supports the theory that use of proper protective practices and equipment while handling antineoplastic drugs will provide adequate protection from the effects of these agents. Many of the hospitals, physicians' offices, and health care agencies surveyed did not have comprehensive policies outlining safe practices and procedures when handling antineoplastic drugs. Use of gloves was the only consistently used method of self protection in any facility that responded to the survey. In spite of the known potential dangers associated with exposure to these drugs, the literature supports the theory that many health care workers still do not use available protective equipment and procedures. Research is imperative to determine the exact long term effects of exposure to antineoplastic drugs by health care workers and to develop ways to ensure proper, consistent use of safety measures.

Antineoplastic Agents↗
PubMed1989

Predictors of registered nurses' lifting behavior.

1. Nurses continue to experience back pain and injury as a result of occupational stressors, with most attributed to lifting clients. 2. Research found that only 2% of nurses lifted clients as prescribed by current nursing textbooks. 3. Nurses' lifting behavior was related to the age of the nurse and the type of client movement. 4. Ongoing education regarding prescribed lifting behavior in clinical settings and continued research regarding strategies to increase the prevalence of safe behavior in the workplace are recommended.

Back Injuries↗