Employee Health | Staff RN (Full time)

Occupational Health NurseKey Responsibilities:Program Development and Administration: Develop and administer efficient and professional operations of occupational and employee health services in accordance with Gritman Medical Center's policies and applicable regulations. Create innovative health and safety programs tailored to the organization's workforce and environment.Employee Health Services: Provide direct care services, including vaccinations, screenings, and blood titers. Assist new hires and contracted employees with onboarding health requirements and annual vaccinations. Guide injured employees through the Workers' Compensation process until they are able to return to work.Collaboration and Consultation: Work with client companies and collaborate with external resources such as healthcare providers, insurance companies, third-party administrators, legal advisors, and state industrial commissions. Promote an interdisciplinary approach to healthcare and advocate for cost-effective health and safety measures.Regulatory Compliance: Oversee and educate staff on compliance with regulatory requirements related to employee health matters. Ensure adherence to OSHA and CDC guidelines and Gritman Medical Center policies.Record Keeping and Documentation: Secure and develop records and programs related to occupational and employee health services. Maintain accurate documentation of all employee health activities and interventions.Committee Participation: Serve as a permanent member of the Safety Committee and the Infection Prevention Sub-Committee. Collaborate with the Infection Prevention Nurse/Officer, Infectious Disease Physician, Emergency Department Physicians, Public Health officials, and regulatory agencies.Qualifications:Education: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.Licenses and Certifications: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Idaho or compact state. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience. Background in Employee Health and Occupational Health is desired but not required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of treating and reporting communicable diseases. Proficient in administering vaccinations and understanding healthcare requirements. Ability to perform clinical skills such as immunizations, screenings, and blood titers. Familiarity with OSHA and CDC requirements. Knowledge of Workers' Compensation regulations and processes. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities. Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding role.Preferred Qualifications: Background in Employee Health and Occupational Health. Occupational Health Certification.Functional Demands:Population Served: Employees, volunteers, students, interns, EMS personnel, physicians, public, vendors, and community-contracted companies.Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds. Frequent fine motor skills required for computer use and administering immunizations/titers. Extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking.Environmental Conditions: Work primarily conducted in a clinical office environment. Some duties performed in clinical settings.