bfredd71

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1. Best way to become an Occupational Health Nurse

   bfredd71 replied to ldm2484's topic in Occupational

   I don't know what state you live in but the UNC Chapel Hill has a wonderful program for RNs looking to learn more about Occupational Health Nursing. They offer a 1 year course study that starts in August each year , the credit can go toward master ho...

2. Not paying license renewal fees on time (random thoughts)

   bfredd71 replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing

   I can't believe this. Keeping my license active is like breathing to me. After being an RN for well over 35 yrs. , practicing in several states, it has never been a problem to keep a current license because it is part of who we are. I guess if you do...

3. Lowest stress (still great pay) nursing specialties?

   bfredd71 replied to Aliens05's topic in General Nursing

   I think Occupational Health Nursing is a very stress free job. Many companies hire OHN to run health fairs, run their onsite employee clinics and minor on site injuries. This line of Nursing has so many opportunities to advance into Public Health, Ep...

4. Adding more letters?

   bfredd71 replied to occrn21's topic in Occupational

   Yes UNC program is very good..I was in the first class 2007 amd completed 2008. All done onlone except the first weel on campus which was jammed packed but fun

5. Certification in OHN Online

   bfredd71 replied to Neats's topic in Occupational

   University of north carolina chapel hill offers an excellent 1 yr mostly all online certificate program for ohn. You receive 11-12 credits towards your masters and the only oncampus visit is summer i course which is great, all others are online. ...