Occupational Health Nurse

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Directs health services unit in hotels. Contributes to all areas of professional Occupational Health nursing including: clinical care case management workplace safety health promotion and disease prevention and benefit administration. Serves as an advisor on the accident prevention committee. Manages workers compensation cases and assists in accident investigations.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

Minimum five years experience as an occupational health nurse in an autonomous setting.

In-depth knowledge and recent experience in the following areas: Workers compensation state regulations and case management primary clinical care state and federal health and safety regulations local community resources for health care safety awareness and prevention activities health promotion program implementation administration of benefits for health related functions (FMLA ADA STD LTD EAP ARL) maintaining a medical records system and budget responsibilities.

Licensed Registered Nurse in state of hire

Maintains continuing educational credits according to state licensure requirements

Preferred:

Bachelors Degree in nursing or related field strongly preferred

Certified Occupational Health Nurse certification preferred (or certification in related field)

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Clinical Practice (Injury/Illness Treatment)

Functions within the scope of the State Nurse Practice Act to plan implement & evaluate care for occupational and/or non-occupational injuries & illnesses

Delivers culturally appropriate care

Identifies and evaluates the availability of healthcare resources benefit options & disability related resources

Maintains an accurate and complete record keeping system

Identifies & utilizes clinical protocols and practice guidelines

Maintains clinical oversight relationship with local medical doctor

Case Management (Occupational)

Conducts a thorough and objective assessment of the associates current status and case management needs

Implements case management to ensure that appropriate treatment is provided in a quality cost-efficient manner

Engages in multi-disciplinary consultation on complex cases

Communicates status and plan to others involved in case partnering with Marriott Claims Services in claim administration

Implements early return to work and transitional duty programs

Uses iVOS effectively for communication with claims team

Functions within the Standards of Practice for Case Management

Workplace Health and Safety Issues

Contributes to regulatory compliance regarding worksite health and safety including maintenance of appropriate documentation

Reviews accident reports OSHA Logs Safety Inspections Exposure Monitoring Reports and data from Job Safety Analysis to perform risk assessments

Serves as an active participant on the Health and/or Safety Committee

Partners with Global Safety and Security leadership

Comprehensive Management of Associate Health (Benefits Disabilities and Budgetary Concerns)

Contributes to the development of the budget for associate health services

Acts as a liaison with benefit plans health care providers and managed care organizations and works in collaboration with Human Resources regarding disability management

Health Promotions and Disease Prevention

Plans develops and implements health promotion programs using various teaching methods health fairs seminars newsletters contests etc.

Always provides culturally appropriate care and programs addressing cultural norms and literacy concerns

Evaluates the effectiveness of the health promotion programs and constantly strives for improvement

Professionalism

Develops a plan for maintaining and expanding knowledge in Nursing Practice and Occupational Health

Obtains academic qualifications and certifications commensurate with job

Maintains current state based licensure requirements

Utilizes a variety of resources to maintain professional expertise

Monitors laws and regulations affecting practice

Maintains professional behavior guided by laws regulations practice stands and ethical codes

Maintains confidentiality of health information and records in accordance with professional codes laws and regulations

Uses AAOHN Code of Ethics to guide practice

Communicates in a professional manner

Prepares reports of activities at least quarterly and submits to Area Director and Director of Occupational Health Services

Maintains current membership(s) in relevant professional organization

Acts as a role model for other occupational health professionals

At Marriott International we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture talent and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis including disability veteran status or other basis protected by applicable law.

Required Experience:

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