Occupational Health Nurse (RN/LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

Job title : Occupational Health Nurse (RN/LPN)
Location: TOWANDA, PA 18848 
12 months contract on W2

Primary Function :

The primary function of the Site Health Nurse is to ensure Health Management and support of onsite personnel, manage short term disability and employees return to work, and managing Workers Compensation for injuries and illness in the work place . 

Duties and Responsibilities:

The specific duties and responsibilities:

Phlebotomy skills preferred

Perform BAT and UDS sample collection

- Assist in management of the day-to-day operations of site Occupational Medicine

- Provide first aid for minor injuries, such as abrasions, superficial lacerations, contusions, foreign bodies in eye, sprains, strains, punctures, splinters, etc.  to ascertain the need for further treatment by a physician in order to minimize the effects of the condition and to decrease the possibility of any long-term disability resulting from said condition.

- Administer immunizations and emergency medications, as ordered by the physician, within the legal scope of expertise.

- Be trained to operate the medical testing instrument/equipment (Titmus/Audio /Spirometer) utilized for medical clearance and early detection of baseline changes and implement appropriate referrals and/or follow-up programs.

- In coordination with the site contract physician, schedule and/or conduct health assessments, routine medical surveillance evaluations for employees and, under a service level agreement, to some core variable contractors.

- Manage Early Report of Symptoms by assessment, employee interview, documentation, Case determination of work relationship and follow up action.

- Assist supervision in the administration of the short-term disability program and Family Medical Leave through Medical Case Management.   Assess employees for return to work fitness for duty and, as necessary, recommending guided work restrictions.

- Ensure compliance with Federal, State and other regulatory agencies, mandated regulations (OSHA, HIPAA, etc.) as well as Corporate IHS Standards and Guidelines.

- Provide or coordinate care, treatment and management of occupational and non-occupational injuries/illnesses. Work with Broadspire, in the management of Workers Compensation cases, and Site Safety for communication of any occupational or potential occupational injuries/illnesses.

- Maintain employees’ electronic medical record with appropriate entries for patient assessments, reported signs and symptoms, treatment, referrals, follow-up care and education regarding employee’s medical condition.  The preferred method of documentation is the SOAP Notes.

- Provide accurate documentation for employee/physician reference and a concise database for medico-legal responsibilities

- Apply best practices and technology as applied to occupational medicine processes in order to improve those processes.  Coordinate and leverage resources with other medical professionals both within and outside DuPont to appropriately manage medical care and costs.

- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

·                     Preferred Registered Nurse in good-standing with a current, active and unrestricted License by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

OR

·                     Licensed Practical Nurse in good-standing with a current, active unrestricted License by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing

·                     Degree in nursing and preferably possess a COHN (Certification in Occupational Health Nursing).

·                     Ability to work independent of daily physician oversight, and able to recognize when need for consultation with a physician is necessary.

·                     Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment with a diverse workforce.

·                     Knowledge of computer applications of comprehensive tracking systems and Microsoft Office.

·                     Experience and ability to manage emergency care situations.

·                     Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

 

Company Description

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.

At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.

Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other b

Company Description

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.\r\n\r\nAt Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.\r\n\r\nKyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.\r\n\r\nKyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other b