Occupational Health Nurse - RN

Job Summary

The onsite professional will provide first aid and medical care to clinic employees as requested/needed, and within the RN scope of practice, following treatment care guidelines set forth by the occupational health director and client policy / procedures.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide on-site treatment / management of injuries and minimize the need for off-site medical treatment.
• Give on-site care, first aid and follow up to occupationally injured/ill workers.
• May respond to emergencies and provide appropriate care
• Manage open workers comp and short-term disability cases as needed.
• Maintain a medical record database and provide reports to management as applicable.
• Maintain OSHA records as applicable.
• May perform medical testing including but not limited to: TB tests, blood draws, immunizations, drug screening, vision tests, hearing tests, respirator fit tests and medical evaluations.
• May perform First Aid, CPR, AED and other training as necessary.
• Maintain clinic supplies for treatment and preventative measures in the workplace.
• Provide preventative health education as needed.
• Provide First/Aid CPR instruction.
• Provide various monthly wellness education to employees.
• Perform additional duties and assume additional responsibilities as identified by manager for the efficient operation of WorkCare.

Qualifications

Education/Licenses

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a valid RN license in the state of New York.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing is highly preferred.
• Must hold current BLS certification.
• 3–5 years experience required.
• 2-3 years' experience in an urgent care, emergency department or occupational health setting preferred.
• Certification in Occupational Health preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability of maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
• Strong critical thinking skills; problem solving, and decision making.
• Must have the ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
• Able to manage multiple priorities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to create and edit written materials.
• Able to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors and clients.
• Strong time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
• Able to meet and exceed daily and weekly individual performance goals.
• Able to work independently as well as assisting other team members when needed.
• Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Strong clinical skills.
• Strong client-facing and teamwork skills.

Computer Skills

• Must be competent in the Windows operating system environment, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and learn other software as needed.

Physical Demands

• Requires sitting for long periods of time, working at a desk.
• Sometimes bending and stretching could be required.
• Working under stress and use of computer/phone required.
• Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard.
• Occasionally may be required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and/or crouch.
• Ability to lift/move up to 40 pounds and climb stairs.

Work Environment

Mainly indoor, office environment conditions.

The noise level is usually moderate.

Air quality is good and temperature is controlled.

Pay and Benefits

This position has an hourly pay range of $50- $55 per hour. Final compensation for this position depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits for this position include pro-rated 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.