Occupational Health Nurse

Occupational Health Nurse

  Not Disclosed

  Tulsa, OK

  12.0 Months

  Not Disclosed

  Not Disclosed

  Automotive

Job Description

Description:

Occupational Health Nurse - Senior

• Performs clinic functions within the RN scope of practice
• Oversees clinic operations – ensures adequate inventory levels of medicines, supplies and equipment are maintained, confirms standing orders for medications and immunizations are current
• Conducts office duties including appointment scheduling, phone/email communications/support and clinic record keeping
• Knowledge of worker’s compensation and disability case management
• Provide immediate care and assistance to employees reporting to medical for occupational accidents/injuries
• Communicate accident/injury reports to Management, Safety, and HR as soon as possible
• Collaborate with third party administrators managing work related injuries
• Work with EHS to support risk reduction for employees experiencing potentially work-related musculoskeletal symptoms
• Supports the Medical Director/Physician Assistant as needed
• Provides initial assessment of employee injuries and ensures proper referrals are made
• Refers employees with identifiable limitations and/or health risks to appropriate resources
• Responds to plant -wide emergencies and performs other first responder duties
• Activates 911 emergency protocols when needed
• Conducts new hire drug testing, client pre-employment and random drug testing
• Under MD direction, assists with travel consultations and administers immunizations for employees (traveling abroad and other)
• With company physician/physician assistant, conduct basic ergonomic assessments and provides results/referrals to Safety
• Assist Safety in managing Respiratory/Hearing Conservation Program
• Provides appropriate health education and referrals to employees as needed
• Demonstrates awareness of adherence to legal requirements pertinent to employee health and safety Maintains employee health records in accordance with HIPAA, OSHA and company protocols
• Updates and ensures compliance with ICBus Plant Medical Department standing orders policies and procedures
• Provides case management and pertinent medical records in support to other regional sites
• Manage proper disposal of medical biohazard waste
• Supports client program - assists in the recovery of requested employee documentation per client requirements
• Proactive in collecting effective metrics to drive continuous improvement and map effective process
• Proactive in learning, implementing and supporting new electronic medical record system

• As a level in the Professional Track, work is accomplished through independent contributions or project work requiring advanced subject area knowledge and decision-making skills.

• Requiring knowledge and experience in own discipline, applies company policies and practices/procedures to resolve various issues or problems of moderate scope. Exercises judgment within defined, standard practices/procedures to determine appropriate action. Builds productive internal/external working relationships.

• Works under limited supervision, typically receiving general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments, and a moderate level of guidance and direction.

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing
• At least 2 years of nursing experience
• Must have an active in-state Registered Nurse license
• Must have a current American Heart Association Health Professional CPR card

OR

• Occupational Health Nurse Specialist (COHN) certificate
• At least 4 years of nursing experience

Notes:

Hours: M-Thur 5am- 3:30pm 10.5 hours. 30 minute lunch. some occasional Fridays and weekend rotation depending on production