Occupational Health Nurse

About the role

Vail Health is a world-class mountain healthcare system consisting of a 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility offers exceptional care to all patients, including those with the most breathtaking views in the area.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements best practice policies and procedures for a broad range of Occupational Health Services within the Occupational Medicine program.
• Counsels, advises, evaluates, and provides training on federal, state, and local regulatory initiatives related to occupational health services (e.g., OSHA, DOT regulations, local and public health regulations).
• Develops and implements occupational and environmental health safety education training for client companies.
• Applies process improvement management principles to eliminate waste and ensure all work adds value and meets customer needs.
• Collaborates and provides support and guidance to provider and injury case coordination.
• Develops and implements travel health recommendations education based on plans of clients seeking travel medicine consults.
• Maintains professional competencies through continuing education and professional activities.
• Participates in daily clinic operational activities to ensure an efficient and effective patient care environment.

Requirements

• Five years of clinical nursing experience required.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Colorado or from a valid compact state required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Drug and Alcohol Screening certification preferred.
• Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) preferred.
• Spirometry certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate Nursing Degree for positions hired after 07/01/2018.

Skills

• Knowledge of occupational health services and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Strong communication and consultation skills.
• Proficiency in process improvement methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and family benefits.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Tuition assistance and educational programs.
• Paid time off and retirement plans.
• Wellness and recreation benefits.

Pay

Hourly Pay Range: $37.90 - $60.45 USD