Occupational Health Nurse

Position Title: Occupational Health Nurse

Work Location: Clearwater FL

Assignment Duration: 12 Months

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Position Summary:

* A registered nurse who functions as the occupational health nurse for a facility and is responsible to administer occupational health services.

* The occupational health nurse assesses the health needs of the employee, population and worksite. He/She will ensure health programs are in accordance to Company Policy, Standards and applicable laws.

Key Responsibilities:

* Administer first aid and CPR in the event of medical emergencies. Supervise plant first aid coverage and training.

* Provide initial assessment of on-the-job injuries or non-occupational illnesses and refer for further evaluation as necessary.

* Coordination of administrative and medical case management for workers compensation/injury management or non-occupational disability programs inclusive of first report of injury, coordination of medical care, case follow up, liaison with internal staff/external health care providers and insurance administrators.

* Manage transitional return to work activities, identifying alternative modified work options and monitor to optimized full duty status. May need to complete job analysis within the scope of nursing assessments.

* Coordinate and monitor medical surveillance programs, i.e. audiograms, eye exams, etc. as required by company standards.

* Partner with Environment, Health + Safety on injury/illness prevention, training and communication programs i.e. blood borne pathogen, CPR/first aid, etc.

* Coordinate health promotion/wellness programs.

* Conduct pre-placement questionnaires review fitness for duty evaluations.

* Collaborate with management on compatible goals and objectives. Participate in meetings regarding issues of health and safety, such as: accident investigation, risk management, ergonomics, and health promotion.

Qualification & Experience:

* Current state registered nurse license to practice in the state of employment.

* Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred.

* 3-5 years of experience at occupational health nursing in an occupational health manufacturing setting.

* Experience in community health, ambulatory care, critical care or emergency nursing preferred.

* Ability to work with a team and/or independently.

* Certifications in occupational health nursing, case management and basic life support preferred.

* Ability to make independent nursing judgements, perform basic physical assessments, problem solve, and have strong time management skills.

* Strong computer, verbal and written skills to communicate.

* Good time management, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work assignments.Position is offered by a no fee agency.