Attendance course: Introduction to Occupational Health Nursing

Amidst the year-end wind-down, it’s noteworthy to applaud the proactive participation of three registered nurses from Lesotho. Their commitment to enrolling in the introductory course on Occupational Health Nursing is commendable and reflects their dedication to advancing their skills and knowledge in this crucial field.

This course serves as a comprehensive introduction, offering a broad overview of the primary responsibilities inherent to occupational health nurses. It underscores the pivotal role we play in ensuring workplace safety, emphasizing the significance of our function within the broader safety framework. Discussions, along with real-life examples, have provided valuable insights into the daily challenges we encounter and how our contributions align within the larger safety paradigm. Moreover, it has illuminated our potential impact on decision-making processes in the workplace.

Equipped with a deeper understanding of their roles and the influential potential they possess, these nurses are poised to effect meaningful change wherever their professional journeys take them.

Warm regards,

Facilitator:
Heila Potgieter
Occupational health nurse