Join the network that supports Occupational Health in Ontario

and receive a unique peer-to-peer networking experience and more!

Are you a 3rd or 4th year Nursing Student?

You may be eligible for for a complimentary membership with OOHNA.

OOHNA Membership

Providing Professional Support for YOU

Since 1971, OOHNA has been run entirely by and for the professional community of Occupational Health Nurses. We advocate for occupational health and safety and promote excellence in OHS nursing practice. OOHNA is the voice of Occupational Health Nursing in Ontario!

OOHNA brings you exceptional professional development, subject matter experts, salary surveys, networking, conferences, and professional resources including a committed Association Team to support you in your career as an occupational health nurse. 

You qualify for membership in OOHNA if you are a Nurse holding a current license and are practicing in a Canadian province or territory. 

Every 2024 OOHNA Membership includes:

Advocacy & Lobbying
    • OOHNA’s executive director and members of the Board are active on many government, and industry-led projects, reinforcing the unique perspective and knowledge occupational health nurses bring to the table.  We are committed in our mission to innovation and partnership in order to achieve positive workplace health and safety objectives.
Networking | Peer-to-Peer Support
    • Access Peer-to-peer support for invaluable help with clinical skills and professional development for every stage of your career, whether you are new to Occupational Health Nursing or an experienced professional.
    • Ask a Member Chat Room – members can sign up to receive notification emails when questions are posted.  Join the conversation or post your own questions to the chat
Education & Resources
    • Free webinars!!!
    • Preferred rate for annual conference
    • Access to education developed specifically for occupational health nurses
    • Scientific, peer-reviewed Journal published twice a year
    • Newsletter published five times a year with a focus on legal, political, health and wellness issues
    • Regular In the Know bulletins keep you current on “need-to-know” issues
    • Exclusive access to OH & S resources
    • Funding available for certification/re-certification through OOHNA’s Bursary Programs. 
Partnerships
    • OOHNA partners with industry leaders who provide free or preferred savings on educational events, publications, online resources, and more.
Career Opportunities
    • In today’s work environment, employers understand the value and expertise occupational health nurses bring to the workplace.  OOHNA members have exclusive access to the association’s very active job postings from within and outside Ontario.  More than 80% of the OH Nursing jobs in Ontario are advertised via OOHNA.

 

Renewing Member?

Renewal is easy! All current OOHNA Members should have received a Renewal Invoice to their email at the end of  2023, simply pay this invoice and you are all set! Didn’t receive an email? Need to change your membership type? or have questions about membership renewal? Please send an email to Alysha at coordinator@oohna.on.ca for assistance.

Renew or update your member profile Now by Logging into the Member Hub!

Renewing Member?

Renewal is easy! All current OOHNA Members should have received a Renewal Invoice to their email in mid-November 2022, simply pay this invoice and you are all set! Didn’t receive an email? Need to change your membership type? or have questions about membership renewal? Please send an email to Alysha at coordinator@oohna.on.ca for assistance.

Renew or update your member profile Now by Logging into the Member Hub!

PROTECT YOURSELF – PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY PROTECTION

 

The OOHNA Board of Directors endorses the Canadian Nurses Protective Society as a protection provider of choice!

CNPS offers comprehensive protection and expanded services that include free 24/7 legal support from lawyers who understand the unique roles and responsibilities of Occupational Health Nurses.

2023 CNPS Professional Liability Protection for an Ontario RN or RPN is $275 + HST. 

CNPS benefits also include independent practice resources and on-line education at no added cost.
For additional information or to renew or sign up for professional protection visit  cnps.ca

Apply Below: NEW Applications ONLY

Renewing your membership? see the instructions for how to renew your membership above; DO NOT Fill out an application form.