Occupational Health Nurse III

Occupational Health Nurse III 100% onsite in various NC sites (Trivium, Newton, Hickory, Winston Salem, Wilmington) Concord will be the primary site 4 Months Contract with the possibility of extension 25 hours per week Role Purpose The Occupational Registered Nurse will provide nursing assessments, treatments and recommendations for the client's employees related to illness or injury within their Scope of Practice. General responsibilities include providing medical care by taking vital signs, assessing the patients' injury, illness, document findings, formulate and educate on treatment plans, and perform medical interventions within the RN scope of practice. General Duties & Responsibilities include but not limited to Document and maintain records related to the treatment of the client's employees in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety Administration or similar country/national governing regulations as well as ensuring privacy and confidentiality rules are enforced. Support the site's medical Emergency Response Program Disability Process – Provide proper guidance through the disability process and interact with insurance carriers, client Benefits, Workers' Compensation, Safety, and the Company Physician/Provider to facilitate processing of work-related illnesses or injuries. Ensure effective case management. Absence management- utilize client's PIIM (post injury and illness management) program by working with the client carrier (work or non-work related) to enable early safe return to work via appropriate and monitored work accommodations. Assist with tracking and managing FMLA requests based on medical information and company/legal protocol. Performs regulatory required surveillance exams as indicated by current Occupational Health and Safety Administration or similar country/national standards. Participate in the client's Health and Safety Programs including participation in the 24/7 Safety & Health initiatives provided by the company (such as smoking cessation, fitness program, blood drive, flu shots, weight watchers). Participate in pandemic preparedness planning. External interaction with Occupational Medical Providers, as necessary. Overall responsibility for managing medical inventory. Required Qualifications Minimum 5 years Registered Nurse Experience with Occupational Health experience preferred Active and current state license. Current CPR Certification. BSN – bachelor's degree in nursing Timely and effective communication as demonstrated through strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated competency - Computer skills included Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Electronic Medical Record Desired Qualifications Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN | COHN-S) Emergency room, Intensive Care Unit or Med/Surg nursing experience Creative in promoting health and safety activities Prior Experience in a manufacturing environment or corporate health environment #TB_RN #ZRHC #J-18808-Ljbffr