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| 2011 Medique Award Recipients
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MEDIQUE LEADERSHIP AWARD
Newton, MA (December, 2011) — The American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, Inc. (AAOHN) Northeast Region is pleased to announce the 2011 award winners:
Connecticut – Carolyn Gregory, RN, COHN-S
Delaware - Maura Cullington, RN, BSN, CRRN, CCM
Maine- Wendy Webster, RN, COHN/CM
Massachusetts- Ann Zaia, NP-C, SM, MSN, MHA, RN, CHS III, CHE, COHN-S
New Hampshire - Amy Stephens, RN, BSN
New Jersey - Landa PoianiDarocki, MSN, APN-C, COHN-S
New York - Karen Runeare, RN, COHN/CM
Pennsylvania - Deborah Zabrodski, RN, BSN, COHN-S/CM
Rhode Island - Patricia A Bose, RN, BS, COHN-S
Vermont – Cashelle C. Lukas, MSN, HCSM, RN
2011 Winners
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| 2011 Medique Leadership Award
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Medique Pharmaceuticals is an avid sponsor of occupational health and this award highlights their commitment to the recognition of occupational health nurse leaders. Each year since 1991, the Medique Unique Leadership Award has recognized occupational health nurses who, as determined by his/her peers, have exhibited the highest qualities of leadership and participation in their State Association of Occupational Health Nurses and in other professional activities.
This award is presented annually at the Northeast Association of Occupational Health Nurses Conference. The award recipient will receive a $300.00 award and a commemorative plaque.
2011 Medique Leadership Grant
State Selection Form
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| Kathleen Schusler Memorial Scholarship
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KATHLEEN SCHUSLER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
for
Academic Study and ABOHN Certification
Download full information and Application
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 Past President of the Northeast Association of Occupational Health Nurses and the New Hampshire Association of Occupational Health Nurses, Kathleen Schusler was the 1997 recipient of the Medique National Leadership Award from the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses. Through her leadership and example, she encouraged us all to be the best nurses we could be. Her inspiration to her colleagues and her dedication to occupational health lives on in this scholarship. Mentor, author, friend, colleague, we will always remember Kathy's passion for life, positive energy and caring ways.
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Purpose
| One $1000.00 scholarship to provide opportunities to further professional education or certification for occupational and environmental health professionals (bachelor or graduate degree or OHN certification). * |
Eligibility Criteria
| Bachelor's Degree |
Graduate Degree |
OHN Certification |
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The candidate must be a NEAOHN member and registered nurse enrolled full or part time in a nationally accredited school of nursing baccalaureate program and demonstrate an interest in, and commitment to, occupational and environmental health. Applicants must submit enrollment status.
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The candidate must be a NEAOHN member and registered nurse enrolled full or part tiem in a graduate program that has application to occupational and environmental health and demonstrate an interest, and commitment to, occupational and environmental health. Applicants must submit documentation of enrollment status. |
The candidate must be a NEAOHN member and registered nurse preparing for an ABOHN certification. Applicants must submit documentation of registration status. |
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Congratulations to the NEAOHN Grant Recipients for 2011.
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| Pictured from Left: Patricia Sweet, Karen D'Amato, Steven Marks |
Steven Marks, New Jersey
“Rescuing Healthcare – A Unique Approach to Occupational Health and Primary Care”
This program focused on the need to provide services to uninsured members of Rescue personnel of Hamilton Township. Small businesses often do not make enough profit to provide healthcare insurance to their employees. Steve recognized the need and opened a Wellness Center Clinic for these employees and their families. He was able to obtain donated equipment and supplies, generic medications were stocked and a $4.00 prescription program was utilized. There was no charge for the Wellness Center users. Visits to the Wellness Center increased 400% between 2008 and 2010 and there is a projected 40% growth for 2011. Sick time decreased due to early intervention, treatment and accessibility.
Patricia Sweet, RN, BSN, COHN
“Hypertension in the Workplace: Strategies to Increase Adherence to National Guidelines”
As a Manager in the Medical Clinic at Pitney Bowes, Pat’s goal was to insure that treatment for Pitney Bowes employees with diagnosed hypertension meet the guidelines from the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation and Treatment of High Blood Pressure. Data collection and analysis were performed by the staff. A template for hypertension management was created and staff education and training took place. Patients were assessed annually for major cardiovascular risk factors such as obesity, physical activity, and tobacco use. Counseling and programs were offered to address these risk factors and medication compliance was assessed.
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NEAOHN Grant Application Information
2011 Application Now Available!
Take advantage of this opportunity and apply for one of the NEAOHN conference grants which supports NEAOHN members in their pursuit of professional growth and education.
- Four $500.00 grants are offered each year to help defray the cost of the NEAOHN Annual Conference.
- Application and supporting material must be postmarked no later than August 1.
- Award certificates are presented at the NEAOHN annual conference.
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