Occupational Health Nurse

Occupational Health NurseWe are seeking a highly engaged individual with a strong background in nursing in a clinical environment to join Zoetis as an Occupational Health Nurse. This licensed Registered Nurse would provide clinical care to employees while also managing work-related and non-work-related leave of absence (LOA) cases.This role integrates direct patient care with case management, ensuring compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices in occupational health. The position supports employee well-being, workplace safety, and effective return-to-work strategies. The ideal candidate would have the requisite medical knowledge and people skills to be an effective patient caretaker while having the organizational skills and acumen to state current and compliant with an evolving regulatory landscape. The role would also partner with human resources, environmental health and safety and leadership teams to support workforce health initiatives, provide guidance on workplace accommodations/fitness-for-duty decisions and incident investigations, as applicable.Responsibilities:Provide on-site occupational health services, including assessment, triage, and treatment of work-related injuries and illnessesAdminister first aid, medications, vaccinations, and health screenings as appropriateConduct health evaluations (e.g., fitness-for-duty, return-to-work exams)Maintain accurate, confidential medical records in accordance with regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, FMLA)Serve as the Occupational Health point of contact on a variety of employee leave cases including FMLA, ADA accommodations, short-term/long-term disability, and company-specific leave programsServe as the Occupational Health point of contact, when needed, for employees navigating the medical aspect of leave processes, ensuring clear communication and supportPartner with external providers, clinics, and specialists to coordinate care as neededSupport audits and compliance reporting as requiredCoordinate with HR, legal, and third-party administrators to ensure compliance with federal, state, and company policiesConduct periodic medical surveillance exams such as audiometry, spirometry, vision screening, and other required monitoringTrack and analyze employee health data to identify trends, early risk indicators, and potential occupational exposureParticipate with the Occupational Health program to promote health and wellness programs, including injury prevention and health educationRequired Qualifications:Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing3+ years of clinical nursing experience (occupational health, medical case management, or related field preferred)Knowledge of leave of absence regulations (FMLA, ADA, disability programs)Strong assessment, clinical decision-making, and documentation skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong attention to detailAbility to handle sensitive and confidential informationDesired QualificationsCertification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN/COHN-S) or Case Management (CCM)Experience with disability management and return-to-work programsFamiliarity with OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards