Occupational Health Nurse

Summary

Facilitates the overall administration of SRP Employee Health Services to preserve and improve the health and safety of employees in the workplace. Major emphasis is placed on independent nursing practice; the identification and management of health problems; preventive and promotional health care; coordination of care and facilitation of timely return to work to ensure work readiness.

What You'll Do

• Provide occupational health nursing services by identifying employee health concerns, triaging acute medical issues, and coordinating referrals for specialized care as appropriate.
• Perform and evaluate pre-placement examinations, respirator medical certifications, medical surveillance examinations, fitness-for-work evaluations, drug and alcohol testing, and blood collection for laboratory analysis
• Conduct, analyze, and interpret medical testing results, including pulmonary function tests (PFTs), audiograms, and laboratory reports, and consult with the Medical Director or Medical Consultant regarding findings and recommendations
• Coordinate care and serve as a liaison among employees, healthcare providers, management, and other stakeholders to support employee health, work readiness, and safe return-to-work outcomes.
• Provide medical case management for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses, including health assessments, documentation review, medication review, and follow-up care coordination.
• Assist employees and management in identifying workplace hazards and implementing preventive measures to reduce accidents, injuries, illnesses, and health risks.
• Support workers' compensation processes by collaborating with employees, management, healthcare providers, and third-party administrators to facilitate appropriate recovery and return-to-work planning.
• Evaluate accommodation and disability-related needs, review medical documentation, and assist in developing case management plans that support compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable requirements.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and legally compliant OSHA records, medical records, and other required health documentation.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of occupational health, wellness, and safety programs designed to address identified health concerns and promote employee well-being.
• Plan and deliver employee health and safety education programs that encourage health awareness, risk reduction, and positive behavioral change
• Provide support during workplace health-related incidents and collaborate with behavioral health and other resources in crisis intervention, substance abuse program administration, and return-to-duty determinations as needed.
• Maintain clinical competence and current knowledge in occupational health nursing, regulatory requirements, and related healthcare practices.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with healthcare providers, community resources, and internal stakeholders to support employee health initiatives and business objectives.

Education

Experience

An Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution is required.

A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN), including at least one (1) year of experience in one or more of the following areas: occupational health, employee health, public health, emergency care, critical care, urgent care, case management, or pre-hospital care, is required.

Experience performing health assessments, medical surveillance activities, case management, workers' compensation coordination, return-to-work processes, and employee health services is preferred.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

• Current Arizona Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. 
• Occupational health nursing experience preferred.
• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) certification preferred.
• CAOHC certification preferred.
• NIOSH-approved pulmonary function testing training preferred.
• Knowledge of occupational health regulations, workers' compensation processes, disability and accommodation practices, case management principles, and health surveillance programs preferred.

   

  Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential medical records and handle sensitive employee health information in accordance with applicable legal, ethical, and company requirements