Course Detail
Course Detail
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSING | HEM4116454 | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 2 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. İlknur MİZRAHİ |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. İlknur MİZRAHİ |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to equip nursing students with the knowledge, skills and professional attitudes required to protect and promote workers’ health in various occupational settings. The course emphasizes prevention of occupational risks, management of work-related health problems and the nurse’s role in promoting a safe and healthy workplace environment. By integrating theory with practice, students will be prepared to function as competent members of multidisciplinary occupational health teams, capable of applying evidence-based strategies and adhering to legal and ethical standards. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction: Overview of Occupational Health Nursing; scope, roles, and responsibilities; course requirements,Legal framework and occupational health policies: International standards (ILO, WHO) & Turkish legislation,Fiziksel tehlikeler (gürültü, titreşim, radyasyon, sıcaklık); değerlendirme ve kontrol önlemleri,Chemical hazards: exposure, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), prevention strategies,Biological hazards and infection control; vaccination and surveillance for healthcare workers,Ergonomics: musculoskeletal risks, posture, safe lifting, workplace design,Psychosocial hazards: stress, burnout, psychological safety, workplace bullying,Occupational accidents and diseases: definitions, surveillance, investigation, and reporting,Preventive and promotive practices: health screenings, education and risk communication,Principles of occupational health and safety practices (pre-employment examination, health education, counseling),Principles and Initiatives of Workplace Health Promotion,Workplace Health Promotion Programs (health-promoting workplaces),Multidisciplinary teamwork in occupational health; workplace inspection exercises and case discussions,Evidence Based Practices - Evaluation of the course. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. To be able to explain the history, concepts, and professional roles of occupational health nursing | 10, 19, 9 | C, D, H |
| 2. To be able to identify and evaluate occupational hazards (physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, psychosocial) | C, D, H | |
| 3. To be able to develop preventive strategies and health promotion plans for occupational accidents and diseases | 10, 12, 13, 9 | C, D, H |
| 4. To be able to explain principles of emergency care, occupational infection control, and immunization programs in workplace health | 10, 12, 19, 9 | C, D, H |
| 5. To be able to demonstrate professional, ethical, and legal responsibilities within workplace health services, including documentation and reporting | 10, 13, 31 | C, D, H |
| 6. To be able to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in occupational health settings | 12, 9 | C, D, H |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 31: Storytelling Techniques, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | C: Multiple-Choice Exam, D: Oral Exam, H: Performance Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction: Overview of Occupational Health Nursing; scope, roles, and responsibilities; course requirements | |
| 2 | Legal framework and occupational health policies: International standards (ILO, WHO) & Turkish legislation | |
| 3 | Fiziksel tehlikeler (gürültü, titreşim, radyasyon, sıcaklık); değerlendirme ve kontrol önlemleri | |
| 4 | Chemical hazards: exposure, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), prevention strategies | |
| 5 | Biological hazards and infection control; vaccination and surveillance for healthcare workers | |
| 6 | Ergonomics: musculoskeletal risks, posture, safe lifting, workplace design | |
| 7 | Psychosocial hazards: stress, burnout, psychological safety, workplace bullying | |
| 8 | Occupational accidents and diseases: definitions, surveillance, investigation, and reporting | |
| 9 | Preventive and promotive practices: health screenings, education and risk communication | |
| 10 | Principles of occupational health and safety practices (pre-employment examination, health education, counseling) | |
| 11 | Principles and Initiatives of Workplace Health Promotion | |
| 12 | Workplace Health Promotion Programs (health-promoting workplaces) | |
| 13 | Multidisciplinary teamwork in occupational health; workplace inspection exercises and case discussions | |
| 14 | Evidence Based Practices - Evaluation of the course |
| Resources |
| 1- Stanhope, M., & Lancaster, J. (2024). Public Health Nursing: Population-Centered Health Care in the Community, 11th Edition. Elsevier Health Sci. 2- International Labour Organization (ILO) / World Health Organization (WHO) online materials |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | PQ-1. Has the theoretical knowledge and skills to fulfill their professional roles and responsibilities. | X | |||||
| 2 | PQ-2. Has the necessary professional attitude and behaviours. | X | |||||
| 3 | PQ-3. Performs quality and safe nursing care in line with evidence-based practices | X | |||||
| 4 | PQ-4. Uses critical thinking, problem solving and leadership skills in nursing decisions and practices. | X | |||||
| 5 | PQ-5. Does teamwork with colleagues and other health professionals. | X | |||||
| 6 | PQ-6. Takes part in scientific and social projects that will contribute to individual and professional development. | X | |||||
| 7 | PQ-7. Reaches the literature by using a foreign language in the field of nursing and uses it in its professional practices. | X | |||||
| 8 | PQ-8. Adopts life long learning and continuous development as a principle. | X | |||||
| 9 | PQ-9. Communicates effectively by cooperating with the individual, family and society in meeting the developing and changing health care needs | X | |||||
| 10 | PQ-10. Provides individual-centered care by considering professional ethical principles and values. | X | |||||
| 11 | PQ-11. Reflects technological and innovative care methods to their professional practices. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 28 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Quiz | 4 | 1 | 4 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 14 | 1 | 14 | |||
| General Exam | 14 | 1 | 14 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 60 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(60/30) | 2 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSING | HEM4116454 | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 2 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Assist.Prof. İlknur MİZRAHİ |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. İlknur MİZRAHİ |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | The aim of this course is to equip nursing students with the knowledge, skills and professional attitudes required to protect and promote workers’ health in various occupational settings. The course emphasizes prevention of occupational risks, management of work-related health problems and the nurse’s role in promoting a safe and healthy workplace environment. By integrating theory with practice, students will be prepared to function as competent members of multidisciplinary occupational health teams, capable of applying evidence-based strategies and adhering to legal and ethical standards. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction: Overview of Occupational Health Nursing; scope, roles, and responsibilities; course requirements,Legal framework and occupational health policies: International standards (ILO, WHO) & Turkish legislation,Fiziksel tehlikeler (gürültü, titreşim, radyasyon, sıcaklık); değerlendirme ve kontrol önlemleri,Chemical hazards: exposure, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), prevention strategies,Biological hazards and infection control; vaccination and surveillance for healthcare workers,Ergonomics: musculoskeletal risks, posture, safe lifting, workplace design,Psychosocial hazards: stress, burnout, psychological safety, workplace bullying,Occupational accidents and diseases: definitions, surveillance, investigation, and reporting,Preventive and promotive practices: health screenings, education and risk communication,Principles of occupational health and safety practices (pre-employment examination, health education, counseling),Principles and Initiatives of Workplace Health Promotion,Workplace Health Promotion Programs (health-promoting workplaces),Multidisciplinary teamwork in occupational health; workplace inspection exercises and case discussions,Evidence Based Practices - Evaluation of the course. |
| Course Learning Outcomes | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. To be able to explain the history, concepts, and professional roles of occupational health nursing | 10, 19, 9 | C, D, H |
| 2. To be able to identify and evaluate occupational hazards (physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, psychosocial) | C, D, H | |
| 3. To be able to develop preventive strategies and health promotion plans for occupational accidents and diseases | 10, 12, 13, 9 | C, D, H |
| 4. To be able to explain principles of emergency care, occupational infection control, and immunization programs in workplace health | 10, 12, 19, 9 | C, D, H |
| 5. To be able to demonstrate professional, ethical, and legal responsibilities within workplace health services, including documentation and reporting | 10, 13, 31 | C, D, H |
| 6. To be able to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in occupational health settings | 12, 9 | C, D, H |
| Teaching Methods: | 10: Discussion Method, 12: Problem Solving Method, 13: Case Study Method, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 31: Storytelling Techniques, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | C: Multiple-Choice Exam, D: Oral Exam, H: Performance Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction: Overview of Occupational Health Nursing; scope, roles, and responsibilities; course requirements | |
| 2 | Legal framework and occupational health policies: International standards (ILO, WHO) & Turkish legislation | |
| 3 | Fiziksel tehlikeler (gürültü, titreşim, radyasyon, sıcaklık); değerlendirme ve kontrol önlemleri | |
| 4 | Chemical hazards: exposure, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), prevention strategies | |
| 5 | Biological hazards and infection control; vaccination and surveillance for healthcare workers | |
| 6 | Ergonomics: musculoskeletal risks, posture, safe lifting, workplace design | |
| 7 | Psychosocial hazards: stress, burnout, psychological safety, workplace bullying | |
| 8 | Occupational accidents and diseases: definitions, surveillance, investigation, and reporting | |
| 9 | Preventive and promotive practices: health screenings, education and risk communication | |
| 10 | Principles of occupational health and safety practices (pre-employment examination, health education, counseling) | |
| 11 | Principles and Initiatives of Workplace Health Promotion | |
| 12 | Workplace Health Promotion Programs (health-promoting workplaces) | |
| 13 | Multidisciplinary teamwork in occupational health; workplace inspection exercises and case discussions | |
| 14 | Evidence Based Practices - Evaluation of the course |
| Resources |
| 1- Stanhope, M., & Lancaster, J. (2024). Public Health Nursing: Population-Centered Health Care in the Community, 11th Edition. Elsevier Health Sci. 2- International Labour Organization (ILO) / World Health Organization (WHO) online materials |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | PQ-1. Has the theoretical knowledge and skills to fulfill their professional roles and responsibilities. | X | |||||
| 2 | PQ-2. Has the necessary professional attitude and behaviours. | X | |||||
| 3 | PQ-3. Performs quality and safe nursing care in line with evidence-based practices | X | |||||
| 4 | PQ-4. Uses critical thinking, problem solving and leadership skills in nursing decisions and practices. | X | |||||
| 5 | PQ-5. Does teamwork with colleagues and other health professionals. | X | |||||
| 6 | PQ-6. Takes part in scientific and social projects that will contribute to individual and professional development. | X | |||||
| 7 | PQ-7. Reaches the literature by using a foreign language in the field of nursing and uses it in its professional practices. | X | |||||
| 8 | PQ-8. Adopts life long learning and continuous development as a principle. | X | |||||
| 9 | PQ-9. Communicates effectively by cooperating with the individual, family and society in meeting the developing and changing health care needs | X | |||||
| 10 | PQ-10. Provides individual-centered care by considering professional ethical principles and values. | X | |||||
| 11 | PQ-11. Reflects technological and innovative care methods to their professional practices. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |