Florida: Impairment in the Workplace

Florida: Impairment in the Workplace is organized by ATrain Education, Inc..

Expiration Date: November 1, 2025

Course Summary:
Addresses the problem of substance use disorder (SUD) in Florida, with emphasis on levels of misuse and the risks and protective factors for nurses. Identifies behaviors and signs of SUD, and workplace impairment due to SUD. Summarizes Florida laws and requirements for nurses with regard to SUD. Outlines the process for reporting workplace impairment in Florida and describes the component of the Florida Intervention Project for Nurses. Finally, discusses employer initiatives to promote safety through assistance and prevention opportunities.

Course Objectives:
When you finish this course you will be able to:

• Briefly outline the problem of substance use disorder in Florida and the United States.
• Discuss substance use disorder in terms of levels of misuse and risk and protective factors, especially among nurses.
• Identify behaviors and signs of substance use disorder and workplace impairment due to substance use disorder.
• Summarize Florida laws and requirements for nurses regarding substance use disorders.
• Explain the process for reporting workplace impairment in Florida.
• Describe the components of the Florida Intervention Project for Nurses.
• Discuss employer initiatives to promote safety and assistance and prevention opportunities.