Occupational Health Nurse - RN

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct clinical care, injury/illness management, medical surveillance support, and occupational health services for our occupational health clinic in Radford, VA. This role supports workers' compensation processes, facilitates the Modified Duty and Return-to-Work program, and delivers health education and wellness initiatives. The RN collaborates with the WorkCare Consulting Medical Director (CMD), WorkCare leadership, and client stakeholders to ensure a high-quality, compliant, and patient-centered occupational health program. The RN maintains a professional, employee-focused approach while supporting clinic operations, regulatory compliance, and workplace safety initiatives.

Schedule

Monday – Friday 2:00pm – 10:00pm; additional hours may be required as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide rapid first aid and medical care for employees during onsite hours, within RN scope of practice.

• Provide episodic care for minor medical issues, consultations, and recommendations per WorkCare treatment guidelines and CMD direction.

• Deliver evidence-based practice and health promotion.

• Provide on-site treatment and management of injuries to minimize off-site referrals.

• Dispense OTC medications per client agreement and state regulations.

• Provide follow-up care and ongoing communication with treating providers.

• Manage Return-to-Work and Modified Duty programs.

• Perform case management for all work-related incidents.

• Participate in or administer workers' compensation claims and processes.

• Conduct 3-point contact with injured worker, employer, and provider.

• Maintain communication with adjusters and understand decision-making authority limits.

• Track and report injury and clinic utilization data.

• Conduct or support medical surveillance exams, including:

  • Audiograms
  • Vision testing
  • Pulmonary function testing
  • Respirator fit testing
  • TB testing
  • Immunizations
  • DOT testing (if applicable)

• Perform post-accident, pre-employment, for-cause, and random drug testing.

• Assist with new-hire exams, return-to-work assessments, and fitness-for-duty evaluations within RN scope and CMD support.

• Support health fairs, vaccination clinics, and wellness initiatives.

• Provide health education and promote healthy lifestyles.

• Support ergonomic evaluations and injury-prevention education.

• Facilitate use of client wellness resources (fitness centers, HRAs, etc.).

• Participate in emergency response team activities, drills, and training.

• Provide clinical support during onsite emergencies within RN scope.

• Participate in safety, health, and wellness meetings as requested.

• Maintain medical records (paper and electronic) and ensure documentation accuracy.

• Maintain OSHA 300 logs and support required data entry.

• Maintain clinic supplies, equipment, and daily operational readiness.

• Prepare clinic utilization reports and other required documentation.

• Support general clinic operations (phones, filing, chart management, traffic flow).

• Collaborate with CMD and WorkCare supervisor regarding clinic issues and client requests.

• Assist with developing protocols and policies with CMD and client stakeholders.

• Perform additional duties and assume additional responsibilities as identified by manager for the efficient operation of WorkCare.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience

  • Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of Virginia
  • BLS/ACLS certification required
  • Minimum 3–5 years RN experience required
  • 2–3 years of occupational health, emergency, critical care, or urgent care experience required
  • Certification in Occupational Health Nursing preferred
  • NIOSH, CAOHC, DOT Drug & Alcohol testing certifications preferred (or ability to obtain)
  • Experience with EMR systems and basic office software applications

• Skills & Competencies

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
  • Strong critical-thinking and independent decision-making skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and take initiative
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Ability to organize resources, gather data, and prepare reports
  • Ability to work professionally in high-demand, multitasking environments
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn additional software (e.g., SAP, Cority)

• Site-Specific Compliance Requirements

  • Must meet all site access, security, safety, and contractor onboarding requirements
  • Must complete required background screening, safety orientation, badge requirements, and identification verification
  • Must comply with all site safety, health, environmental, and security protocols while working onsite

• Physical Demands

  • Prolonged sitting and computer use
  • Occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, or crouching
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds occasionally
  • Daily walk required between parking area and clinic
  • Ability to work under stress and maintain focus in a clinical environment

• Work Environment

  • Primarily indoor, office/clinic environment
  • Moderate noise level; controlled temperature and air quality

Pay

This position has an hourly pay range of $45 - $48. Final compensation for this position depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, and critical illness insurance
• HSA, HRA, and FSA
• Life and disability insurance
• EAP
• 401K
• Legal and identity theft coverage
• Pet insurance and more

Site-Specific Compliance Requirements

• Must meet all site access, security, safety, and contractor onboarding requirements
• Must complete required background screening, safety orientation, badge requirements, and identification verification
• Must comply with all site safety, health, environmental, and security protocols while working onsite