Occupational Health Nurse
Job Description The Occupational Health Nurse will support client employees' health and safety program through quality patient care, case management, and disease detection/prevention/treatment and health education.
Responsibilities:
Performs clinic functions within the RN scope of practice Oversees clinic operations ensures adequate inventory levels of medicines, supplies and equipment are maintained, confirms standing orders for medications and immunizations are current Conducts office duties including appointment scheduling, phone/email communications/support and clinic record keeping Knowledge of worker's compensation and disability case management Provide immediate care and assistance to employees reporting to medical for occupational accidents/injuries Communicate accident/injury reports to Management, Safety, HR as soon as possible Work with EHS to support risk reduction for employees experiencing potentially work related musculoskeletal symptoms.
Supports the Medical Director as needed.
Provides initial assessment of employee injuries and ensures proper referrals are made Refers employees with identifiable limitations and/or health risks to appropriate resources Responds to plant -wide emergencies and performs other first responder duties Activates 911 emergency protocols when needed Conducts new hire drug (hair) testing, DOT pre-employment and random drug testing With company physician, conduct basic ergonomic assessments and provides results/referrals to Safety.
Provides appropriate health education and referrals to employees as needed Demonstrates awareness of adherence to legal requirements pertinent to employee health and safety Maintains employee health records in accordance with HIPAA, OSHA and company protocols.
Updates and ensures compliance with Medical Department policies and procedures Provides case management and pertinent medical records in support to other regional sites Manage proper disposal of medical biohazard waste.
Required Education/Skills:
Registered Nurse with OH licensure Over 5 years RN experience, occupational health experience preferred CPR, First Aid and AED certification Excellent assessment, communication and organization skills Proficiency in Titmus eye exams, hearing assessments, physical assessments, ergonomic assessments, DOT and Non-DOT drug testing Experienced with administering immunizations STD/LTD and worker's compensation case management experience Proficient in Microsoft Office Recommended Skills Assessments Automated External Defibrillator Cpr Case Management Certified Nurse Practitioner Communication Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Responsibilities:
Performs clinic functions within the RN scope of practice Oversees clinic operations ensures adequate inventory levels of medicines, supplies and equipment are maintained, confirms standing orders for medications and immunizations are current Conducts office duties including appointment scheduling, phone/email communications/support and clinic record keeping Knowledge of worker's compensation and disability case management Provide immediate care and assistance to employees reporting to medical for occupational accidents/injuries Communicate accident/injury reports to Management, Safety, HR as soon as possible Work with EHS to support risk reduction for employees experiencing potentially work related musculoskeletal symptoms.
Supports the Medical Director as needed.
Provides initial assessment of employee injuries and ensures proper referrals are made Refers employees with identifiable limitations and/or health risks to appropriate resources Responds to plant -wide emergencies and performs other first responder duties Activates 911 emergency protocols when needed Conducts new hire drug (hair) testing, DOT pre-employment and random drug testing With company physician, conduct basic ergonomic assessments and provides results/referrals to Safety.
Provides appropriate health education and referrals to employees as needed Demonstrates awareness of adherence to legal requirements pertinent to employee health and safety Maintains employee health records in accordance with HIPAA, OSHA and company protocols.
Updates and ensures compliance with Medical Department policies and procedures Provides case management and pertinent medical records in support to other regional sites Manage proper disposal of medical biohazard waste.
Required Education/Skills:
Registered Nurse with OH licensure Over 5 years RN experience, occupational health experience preferred CPR, First Aid and AED certification Excellent assessment, communication and organization skills Proficiency in Titmus eye exams, hearing assessments, physical assessments, ergonomic assessments, DOT and Non-DOT drug testing Experienced with administering immunizations STD/LTD and worker's compensation case management experience Proficient in Microsoft Office Recommended Skills Assessments Automated External Defibrillator Cpr Case Management Certified Nurse Practitioner Communication Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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