Clinical Nurse Specialist

Employee Health Services RN Per Diem

Saint Peter's is among the few hospitals in the world to have earned its 7th consecutive Magnet designation and its first Magnet with Distinction designation. The Magnet with Distinction designation is an elite level of this recognition, awarded to organizations that demonstrate exceptional performance in nursing practices and patient outcomes. Our team of award-winning nurses is growing, and we are looking for talented, compassionate RNs to join our team.

The Employee Health Services RN Per Diem will:

• Perform pre-employment physical initial screening by reviewing medical history and immunization records, perform urine drug screening as per SPUH chain of custody form for pre-placement candidates, assist healthcare practitioners perform physical exams and document all assessment findings in EHR. Review results of laboratory findings and titers upon receipt, notify and provide copy to candidate and refer to personal healthcare practitioner if abnormalities exist. Review SPUH Vaccine Policy with candidate and identify any needs for updated vaccines.
• Establish and maintain a program to provide for emergency treatment of employees. Determine if EHS advanced healthcare practitioner/Emergency Department intervention is indicated and refer as needed. Perform nursing assessment on cases presented according to established procedures. Render treatment for minor disorders or injuries, according to standing treatment orders. Participates in the prevention and control of occupational diseases by conducting post-exposure follow-up screenings according to established policy and procedures and administering vaccines as needed. Collaborates with Infection Prevention Manager/Team as necessary.
• Review all occupational incident reports and follow up with concerned parties. Collaborate with workers' compensation management team on injured workers, perform case management, acute injury management and coordinate alternate assignments for injured workers. Proactively manage active workers' compensation claims for the progress/response to treatment, prevention of lapses or delays in treatment and for the facilitation of a safe return to work. Document all workers' compensation information in EHR.
• Direct the work of clerical staff, schedules, and check work for proper completion. Oversee scheduling of appointments, screen employees returning to work after an illness/injury, and consult with EHS advanced healthcare practitioner regarding any discrepancies regarding return to work and nursing assessment findings.

Requirements:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey
• Previous experience in occupational health preferred
• OHN Certification or other related nursing certification preferred
• BLS Certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association

We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials. The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status. Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards. You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.