Occupational Health Nurse - 2nd Shift

Description

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

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University (BSN)
• Knowledge of governmental regulatory requirements
• Minimum 3-5 years of occupational health, case management, and clinical nursing experience required
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience with general office programs and equipment
• 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)
• Current State Licensure – Must have a current license as a Registered Nurse in the State where profession is practiced
• Thorough understanding of the medical services in the community in order to facilitate referrals (e.g. emergent, urgent or routine)
• First Aid / CPR / Bloodborne Pathogens/ Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) certification
• American Association of Occupational Health Nurses (AAOHN) membership
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely clinical care flow
• 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)
• Timely and effective communication as demonstrated through strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• 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
• Exceptional customer service and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to maintain medical confidentiality and privacy
• 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

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance