The occupational health nurse is a registered nurse who worksnot only to provide medical treatment, but also to recognize andprevent adverse health effects from hazardous exposures. They maybe hired by large employers and government agencies to assess andtreat workers’ injuries and illnesses. They are charged not only toobserve the worker, but to also observe the work place to maintaina safe, healthy working environment. They may work to create andmaintain health and safety programs.These nurses must be specially trained to recognize hazards inthe work place, and be prepared to act as first responders toworkers who have sustained an injury, or become ill, while on thejob. They must evaluate the worker’s history and current condition.They are often charged with the duty of preparing officia