Occupational Health Nurse

Required Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Required Certifications:
Compact License is required
Registered nurse license to practice is required

Preferred Certifications:
Certification in Occupational Health
Certification in Case Management
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of Occupational Health program management experience
Experience with Workers Compensation laws in all applicable states
Experience in OSHA recordkeeping criteria
Critical thinking and decision-making skills
Proficient in computer program use
Advanced communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Ability to work effectively with other disciplines and subordinates
Ability to manage and communicate occupational health programs

Job Duties:
Maintain any current occupational health wellness program in the absence of the occupational health nurse
If applicable the OH & Safety Manager will educate and set expectations and needs prior to absence
Maintains system that facilitates immediate care of employees with injury and illness
Collaborate with EHS professionals and management on investigation, root cause analysis and proper communication to EHS partners
Review job placement results and follow the appropriate process to store and facilitate follow-up as needed
Maintains documentation system for occupational health record keeping and confidentiality
Responsible for OH reporting ( i.e.., OSHA, Worker s Compensation, DOT , etc )
Maintains an effective case management program, including coordination with other health care professionals, human resources, department managers, and insurance carrier representatives or TPA to facilitate timely return to work and appropriate utilization of benefits
Incorporates knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations (i.e., FMLA, ADA and state-specific workers compensation laws)
Maintains working relationships with appropriate community agencies and health consultants to achieve program support and optimum health care for employees
Responsible for maintaining a high level of expertise through participation in continuing education for professional growth
Partner and actively participate in efforts to prevent and address OH issues, as well as determining strategies to reduce those risks through the accident investigation process
Actively supports EHS team initiatives by providing OH perspective
Contributes to new hire orientation, required EHS training and health promotion programming
Responsible for all aspects of the random drug and alcohol testing program, including follow-up with outcomes
Applies ergonomic principles effectively: Aligns medical activities (e.g. first-aid) with ergonomic risk assessments and reduction control measures for employees experiencing potentially work-related musculoskeletal symptoms
Assures compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and DOT Compliance