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PP001

What Employers Need to Know About Contact Tracing and Post-Exposure Management: Essential Strategies for Occupational Health Nurses

Siegrid Evilla, BSN, RN, PHN, A-IPC

Salinas Valley Health, Salinas, CA

Effective contact tracing and exposure management are crucial components of a comprehensive occupational health strategy, especially in the context of infectious diseases. This poster addresses what employers need to know about these processes, emphasizing the role of occupational health nurses (OHNs) in developing and implementing effective policies and practices. Key elements include ensuring employers have a clear plan for exposure reporting, conducting contact tracing, notifying employees of potential exposure, and managing post-exposure protocols. The poster also highlights the importance of good data management and record-keeping systems to track exposure and ensure compliance with privacy regulations. OHNs play a pivotal role in supporting exposed employees, offering guidance and resources while balancing employee privacy concerns with the need for transparency. Best practices for easier contact tracing will be shared, focusing on streamlining communication, utilizing technology, and improving data tracking systems. By developing clear plans and policies, respecting privacy, and providing appropriate support, employers can significantly reduce the impact of infectious disease exposures and protect the workforce. This poster aims to provide OHNs with actionable strategies to guide employers in managing exposure risks effectively.

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PP002

Improving Latent Tuberculosis Treatment Initiation Rates in Healthcare Workers with 12-Dose Regimen

Raimol Jacob, DNP, FNP-BC

Northwell Health, Lake Success, NY

Background: Tuberculosis (TB), caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is a fatal yet treatable disease. Latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) can reactivate, leading to active TB in approximately one in 10 individuals. This project aimed to reduce the spread of active TB by implementing a shorter LTBI treatment regimen and improving treatment initiation rates among healthcare workers (HCWs) with LTBI. Problem: The practicum site identified a low treatment initiation rate among HCWs with LTBI and sought to address this gap. Methods: The occupational health clinic screened new HCWs using TB blood tests. Those diagnosed with LTBI were offered the choice of the standard 9H regimen or a shorter, 12-week once-weekly 3HP regimen. A post-intervention chart review assessed the initiation rate of the 3HP regimen. Intervention: Following CDC recommendations, the 3HP regimen consisted of three months of once-weekly Isoniazid (900mg) and Rifapentine (900mg). Results: The initiation of the 3HP regimen increased from 0% to 16.1% post-intervention. Additionally, treatment refusal rates decreased significantly by approximately 10.8%. Conclusions: The intervention demonstrated success in improving LTBI prophylaxis among HCWs, highlighting the value of focused strategies in enhancing LTBI prevention and promoting better worker and patient safety.

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PP003

Supporting Working Parents: The Path Through Parenthood Program

Eren Barker, MS, ATC, CSCS, Health Coach

St. Luke's Health System, Boise, ID

Balancing the demands of parenthood and work can be overwhelming, impacting employee well-being, engagement, and retention. Path Through Parenthood is a structured well-being program designed to provide comprehensive support for employees navigating pregnancy, parental leave, and return to work. This poster explores the program's key components, including tailored resources, workplace policies, and leadership engagement strategies that create a supportive culture for working parents. It also shares the early impact on worker retention following a Leave of Absence for parental leave. Viewers will gain insights into best practices for implementing similar initiatives within their organizations, along with evidence-based approaches to enhancing the employee experience. This poster showcases an example of a comprehensive program with actionable strategies to improve workplace support for new and expecting parents.

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PP004

Virtual Occupational Health Can Help Grow and Foster an Improved Culture of Safety by Increasing Presence of Occupational Health Rounding

Jaclyn Fife, BSN, RN, COHN and Jennifer Baugh, BSN, RN

BJC Corporate Health Services, St. Louis, MO

Our poster showcases the tasks and responsibilities of an Occupational Health Support Center consisting of a team of remote nurses. The purpose of the remote center is to alleviate some of the workload for our on-site occupational health teams, allowing them more time to provide safety rounding and education. This, in turn, results in a more proactive rather than reactive approach to employee safety issues, which is one of our strategic goals within occupational health. The presence of occupational health rounding has been proven to show proactive identification and mitigation of safety hazards and improve communication with staff. Explanations of the remote occupational health nurses' responsibilities include, but are not limited to, screening ill employees, processing and providing guidance on test results, vaccine exemptions, medical records requests, and internal employee job transfers completed by virtual meetings. By showcasing capabilities that can be performed remotely for occupational health, we hope to encourage viewers of our content to look within their own organizations and evaluate how the use of remote nurses can positively impact their occupational health department so they may provide more proactive, technologically supportive care to the populations served.

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PP005

Worker safety; early, ongoing mobility; and respiratory considerations

Jimbo Varnum, MBA, RRT-NPS-ACCS, CSPHA

BariSolutions. Inc, Harlem, GA

This project explores the intricacies worker safety associated with safe patient handling and early mobility from a respiratory care standpoint, featuring ventilator settings, intubation, positioning, and mobility, all specifically adapted to meet the distinct requirements of patients of all ages and sizes with mobility restrictions. A review of the literature is presented with a focus on immobility and the respiratory system along with strategies to promote mobility using patient handling technology, as a strategy to not only improve patient safety but to prevent worker injury.

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PP006

The Impact of Emotional Harm in Healthcare

Lisa Frantz, RN, BSN, PHN

Allina Health, Minneapolis, MN

In healthcare, the emphasis on patient safety and quality of care is paramount. However, emotional harm resulting from incidents in healthcare settings is often overlooked and underreported. Emotional harm can have profound and lasting effects on patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals alike, leading to decreased trust in medical systems, impaired mental health, and overall diminished quality of life. This poster presentation delves into the importance of recognizing and documenting emotional harm as a vital aspect of healthcare; it shares the systemic barriers that prevent the effective reporting of emotional harm and the strategies to overcome these challenges. It highlights Allina Health's subsequent year-over-year increase in reported cases using some of these strategies. Furthermore, it underscores the resources provided to care team members when they report emotional harm and future enhancements to our program. The goals are to raise awareness and inspire action among occupational healthcare professionals. Reporting emotional harm should be integrated into standard practice, ensuring that the healthcare system acknowledges and addresses all forms of harm, thereby fostering a culture of empathy, transparency, and continuous improvement.

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PP007

Discover Your Path to Professional Growth: Get Involved with AOHP Committees

Nikki Reeh, Mary Giovannetti and Elizabeth Bennett

AOHP National

This poster highlights the dynamic committee engagement opportunities available exclusively to AOHP members—designed to support your ongoing professional development and contribute to your eligibility for continuing education credit.

Being part of an AOHP committee isn't just about volunteering your time - it's a powerful opportunity to grow, lead, and shape the future of occupational health. Here's how joining a committee can support your personal and professional development:

• Build Leadership Skills - Take on roles that challenge you to lead discussions, manage projects, and influence organizational direction. Gain experience that prepares you for leadership positions—both within AOHP and your workplace.
• Expand Your Professional Network - Collaborate with peers and experts from across the country. Build lasting relationships with professionals who share your passion and can offer mentorship, support, or future opportunities.
• Stay Current and Sharpen Your Expertise - Participate in shaping educational content, guidelines, or advocacy efforts. Be among the first to engage with emerging issues and solutions in occupational health.
• Make a Tangible Impact - See how your contributions directly support the safety, wellbeing, and professional advancement of healthcare workers. Influence policy, education, and practice within AOHP and beyond.
• Boost Your Resume and CE Eligibility - Committee participation demonstrates active engagement in your profession—something employers and credentialing bodies value. Many committee roles and related activities can contribute toward continuing education (CE) or professional development credits.
• Grow Personally - Build confidence, find your voice, and discover new areas of interest. Gain fulfillment by giving back to a community that aligns with your values and passion.

By engaging with a committee, you'll expand your professional network, deepen your expertise in occupational health practice, and develop leadership skills—all while directly contributing to AOHP's mission.

This is your chance to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact in the field. Learn how to get involved—your voice, experience, and insight are valued and needed.

AOHP committees are ready to welcome your ideas and energy. Whether you're just starting out or are a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to contribute, learn, and thrive.

Get involved - your future self will thank you.