Occupational Health Nurse - 2nd Shift

Description

• Develop, interpret and administer employee health, wellbeing and preventative health services.
• Provide initial assessment of work-related injuries and illnesses and facilitate further evaluation including specialty care, as necessary
• Conduct training sessions for regulatory requirements
• Coordinate and manage medical surveillance and training as it relates to the Corporate Medical Services, Be Well and Environmental Health and Health (EHS) requirements.
• Consult with managers regarding regulations
• Ensure a safe working environment for self and coworkers by following regulatory agency and organizational policies and procedures
• Provide direct care, including treatment of work-related injuries and illnesses using evidence based clinical guidelines and protocols (e.g. AAOHN/ACOEM clinical guidelines)
• Maintain eye wash stations with monthly checks
• Organize and maintain Prescription Safety Glasses program
• Assist with required forms for Absence Management cases
• Coordinate and promote all Corporate Medical Services policies
• Coordinate wellness sessions (at least 2 per year) with outside healthcare professionals (e.g. “lunch and learn”)
• Consult with managers regarding employee return to work and work restrictions
• Maintain stocked medical facility
• Coordinate and promote all pertinent EHS Standards
• Facilitate care/case management for work and non-work-related employee illness and injury.
• Maintain compliance with all local state and federal occupational health and safety policies/standards
• Complete required forms for workers' compensation cases
• Perform periodic testing (Hearing/Vision/Respiratory/etc.)
• Provide work related vaccinations
• Coordinate biometric screening yearly
• Coordinate and/or perform Drug and Alcohol screens (post offer/pre hire, random, post-accident or reasonable suspicion)
• Organize shoe truck visits
• Communicate with physician the diagnosis/prognosis, pertinent information including employee's limitations and availability of temporary alternative work
• Monitor the employee's workers' compensation case to determine that optimal quality of care in a cost effective manner is achieved
• Coordinate health fairs
• Maintain AED program with monthly checks
• Build teams and partnerships
• Perform follow up evaluations of employees with detailed documentation of progress
• Provide counseling and referrals to medical benefits programs (e.g. Employee Assistance Program, Consumer Medical, etc.) as needed
• Maintain collaboration and open communication with Corporate Medical Services; Be Well; EHS; supervisors; Human Resources; and outside medical care providers as needed
• Maintain accurate and complete occupational health records of employees
• Coordinate referrals to other providers, including scheduling appointments, attending doctors’ appointments with the employee as necessary, assisting with transportation needs, as necessary, etc.
• Lead development and execution of annual Be Well plan
• Coordinate First Responder training and certification, and First Responder team meetings at least quarterly
• To collaborate with Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) to develop, implement, and optimize injury and accident prevention programs as well as surveillance and reporting programs specific to operational needs.
• Work with management and supervisor to coordinate the employee's return to normal or temporary alternative work
• Identify health, wellness and productivity opportunities for intervention, communication and plan deployment
• Attend EHS scheduled safety talks
• Promote a cooperative working environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building
• Participate in workers’ compensation case reviews

Requirements

• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) / Case Management – Certification in Occupational Health is encouraged by Corporate Medical Services. This process is governed by the American Board for Certified Occupational Health Nurse (ABOHN) and certain requirements of employment and education must be met prior to examination
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience with general office programs and equipment
• Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely clinical care flow
• Demonstrated ability to maintain medical confidentiality and privacy
• American Association of Occupational Health Nurses (AAOHN) membership
• First Aid / CPR / Bloodborne Pathogens/ Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) certification
• Exceptional customer service and time management skills
• Knowledge of governmental regulatory requirements
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University (BSN)
• Thorough understanding of the medical services in the community in order to facilitate referrals (e.g. emergent, urgent or routine)
• Training in the use and proper fitting of all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (i.e. equipment that is worn to protect against safety and health hazards) (If required by facility)
• Demonstrate ability to work closely with corporate and location management teams (e.g. Be Well, EHS, Corporate Medical Services, location leaders, etc.) in the completion of goals and strategies
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Current State Licensure – Must have a current license as a Registered Nurse in the State where profession is practiced
• Minimum 3-5 years of occupational health, case management, and clinical nursing experience required
• Timely and effective communication as demonstrated through strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional ability to document, organize and maintain health related records
• Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC). Education and certified training given to the Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) to prepare the individual for administering audiometric testing and programs. (If required by facility)

Benefits

• Annual seasonal influenza vaccine program
• Emergency care
• Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Workers’ Compensation
• Flexible work schedule including working occasional overtime and holidays
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Post offer/Pre-Hire Job Specific Fitness for Duty Physical assessment
• Blood pressure checks/blood sugar checks

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance