Employee Health Infection Prevention Nurse

General Purpose

The Employee Health Infection Prevention Nurse is responsible for facilitating and coordinating occupational health programs in partnership with human resources, safety, and infection prevention, and in alignment with legal, regulatory requirements and STRIDE business priorities. They serve as the organization’s resource in assuring knowledge and compliance with all governmental agency regulations dealing with safety, infection prevention, and wellness in the workplace. They act as a liaison between employees, supervisors, human resources, and the nursing department when addressing health, safety, and infection prevention concerns.

Essential Duties/Position Responsibilities

• Works with Nursing Leadership Team to establish and maintain programs.
• Establish protocols to respond to pandemics and communicable diseases within the workplace, staying current on department of health guidance, regulatory requirements, recommending and implementing policy changes, maintaining oversight of employee illness, exposure, and vaccine exemption management processes.
• Develop, implement, and optimize written infection prevention plans appropriate for the Federally Qualified Health Center setting as informed by state and federal regulators, accreditation requirements, and best practices.
• Conduct ongoing surveillance/risk assessments.
• Perform new hire, new volunteer, and annual health assessments, immunizations to ensure employees are compliant with onboarding and ongoing employment requirements.
• Maintain summaries and reports required for employee annual updates and notifications of upcoming mandatory follow-up visits.
• Gather and present statistical data to appropriate committees, executive team, and other stakeholders as necessary.
• Perform accurate and timely documentation and maintain employee health records in accordance with applicable law and regulations.
• Conduct surveillance and follow-up of employee exposures to communicable diseases.
• Provide employee health services related to employee onboarding and annual requirements.
• Communicate pertinent information to appropriate staff regarding state/federal mandated health programs.
• Demonstrate sound clinical knowledge and judgement in assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of employees.
• Participate in applicable committees designed to oversee workplace safety, employee health and wellness as well as other applicable committees.
• Develop policies and procedures to align with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain oversight of the OSHA program including injury reporting, annual compliance requirements.
• Provide education to employees about hazards, workplace safety practices, MSDS, bloodborne pathogen program.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.
• Maintain patient/staff confidentiality in accordance with Federal and State law and organization policies.
• Pursue educational opportunities to stay current in the practice of Ambulatory and Infection Control/Prevention Nursing.
• Respond to potential infectious disease outbreaks within the organization and externally.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing Required.
• State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association.
• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) preferred.
• 1 year experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in employee health, occupational health, infection prevention to include injury and hazardous exposure management, immunizations, communicable diseases, knowledge of worker’s compensation procedures and regulations, knowledge of OSHA, FMLA, ADAAA Legislation.

Skills & Expertise

• Interact positively and build rapport with patients, coworkers, and/or external contacts.
• Work independently and organize work in a manner that ensures accuracy and efficiency.
• Analyze and synthesize data to determine the appropriate solution to the issue at hand.
• Manage multiple projects or competing demands.
• Demonstrate an effective and sensitive response to the needs and concerns of STRIDE’s patient population.
• Handle sensitive information ethically and responsibly.

Working Environment And Physical Activities

• The work environment for this role involves a combination of physical and mental demands encountered on a routine basis. Physically, the role may require lifting up to 40 lbs, as well as activities such as sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, walking, climbing stairs, and repetitive reaching. Mentally, the position involves analyzing, coordinating, negotiating, communicating, instructing, and applying interpersonal skills to perform essential job functions effectively.

Pay Information

We offer a competitive salary range of $72,000 - $96,000, depending on your experience. This range reflects STRIDE’s good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. The final salary for the selected candidate will be determined based on several factors, including experience, education, budget, internal equity, specialty, and training.

Why STRIDE?

• Comprehensive full-time benefits package that promotes professional growth, well-being, and financial security, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME).
• No nights, weekends, or major holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more.

Health And Safety Commitment

To ensure the safety of our patients, staff, and communities, all new hires at STRIDE must receive an annual flu shot or provide an exemption, as well as undergo tuberculosis screening and testing.