Occupational Health Nurse

Occupational Health Nurse

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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 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 risk 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.

Qualifications:
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

Education and/or Experience: BSN or equivalent degree required
Registered nurse with current license to practice required
Minimum of 5 years of OH program management experience; Experience with WC laws in all applicable states
Experience in OSHA recordkeeping criteria
Certification in Occupational Health preferred
Certification in Case Management preferred

Notes:
Remote
Part-time (to cover PTO)

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.