Occupational Health Nurse

Interested in joining a winning team? A team whose employees are empowered to make a difference? INEOS Olefins and Polymers USA Job title Occupational Health Nurse 34- $104,000-$130,000 Location Battleground Manufacturing Complex - La Porte, TX July 31, 2026 Organizational context and job purpose Organizational Context: INEOS is a global manufacturer of petrochemicals, specialty chemicals and oil products. It comprises 28 businesses each with a major chemical company heritage. Its production network spans 148 sites in 26 countries throughout the world. The INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA business is a major participant in the North American chemical industry, with an annual manufacturing capacity of 9.6 billion pounds of petrochemicals. Manufacturing sites include Chocolate Bayou Works (Alvin, TX), Battleground Manufacturing Complex (La Porte, TX), and Carson (Carson, CA), with a corporate office in League City, TX. The 300-acre INEOS Battleground Manufacturing Complex (BMC) was originally built in 1956 and is located on the Houston ship channel east of Houston, Texas. Currently, BMC produces both high-density polyethylene and polypropylene. The polypropylene line has a capacity of approximately 320 million pounds per year, and the seven polyethylene lines have a combined capacity of approximately 3 billion pounds per year. The BMC site has a state-of-the-art technical center which integrates research and development, technical services and quality assurance. Purpose of the job: This position is part of the Safety, Health and Environmental team at the BMC site. This position focuses on workplace safety. The Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) works closely with both the site leadership team and employees on medical and associated programs. The OHN will also provide the needed care for INEOS employees on workplace related injuries and illnesses. This position contributes significantly in the safety and health of employees and supports advancements in medical testing and procedures within the local organization. Working closely with INEOS O&P management, the OHN will strive to ensure that all health and safety standards are met in an effort to safeguard the health and well-being of employees. The incumbent should be experienced in occupational health. They should also be adept in medical & document retention policies, and be current on medical, safety and health regulations such as OSHA, Texas Department of Health, CDC, HIPAA, FMLA and DOT. Responsibilities AND Accountabilities Accountability 1: Health hazard assessment and surveillance Work under the medical direction of the designated licensed site Medical Director. Perform medical tests (i.e., pulmonary function, phlebotomy, cardiograms, audiograms, drug testing, calibration of equipment, and maintaining logs). Evaluate laboratory results for medical clearance with Medical Director approval for areas requiring medical surveillance programs. Screen new and prospective employees to ensure they are capable of performing the duties required by their positions. This may include a physical examination, vision test, hearing test, and drug and alcohol screening. Assess and administer care for injuries and emergencies as needed. Handle all Return-to-Work releases, injuries and illnesses in an appropriate manner. Counsel employees on their current medical condition with regards to the employee’s job or work requirements. Advising on disease prevention programs, such as smoking cessation, exercise, and healthy eating programs Provide clinical care for employees including work-related and non-work related injuries and illnesses. Dispense medical supplies as appropriate and maintain medical documentation. Administer vaccine shots such as Flu and Hepatitis. Work with Human Resources and asset managers to manage workers’ compensation and short term disability cases. Responsible for training and sharing feedback on medical responses to site ECAs, EMTs and EMS. Manage after hours injuries and return to work unless responsibility has been delegated to other site staff and/or contractor. Ensure all required annual physical exams for the employees are completed on time under the guidance of Medical Director Provide CPR/AED classes as needed. Participate in cross-site medical care program reviews and development. This may require travel. Accountability 2: Medical Administration Educating the workforce on issues of health promotion, illness and injury prevention, and the protection of individuals from occupational and environmental hazards. Ensure medical procedures and records meet all regulatory requirements. Suggest changes in procedures or develop other ways to make the workplace safer. Accept after-hours on-call duties for injury care under the direction of the site Medical Director. Accountability 3: Case management of occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses Assist with the medical investigation of circumstances surrounding injury or illness. Coordinate the Company’s medical information response necessary for workers’ compensation and medical disability claims. Serve as the gatekeeper for other health care services, including rehabilitation and disability matters. Skills & Knowledge Required Education/Experience 2 or more years’ experience as a registered nurse in the field of occupational health Passed the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) American Board for Occupational Health Nurses certification preferred Graduate level education in Occupational Health Nursing (OHN) is a plus. Technical Skills Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint Proficient in medical databases Knowledgeable of workplace hazards and Safety Health & Environmental procedures. Adept in medical & document retention policies, and medical/safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, HIPAA, FMLA, DOT, etc.). Behavioral Skills Ability to maintain strict confidentiality Strong organizational skills Develop medical articles for the site monthly newsletter and coordinate health initiatives for the site such as weight loss competition Team player that can work well with others and participate in INEOS asset care programs as requested. Flexible and self-starter Dependable and detail oriented Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and other medical professionals Our culture is one of honesty and integrity with an emphasis on safety, health and environmental performance. On our team, people are acknowledged for embracing new practices that help create real value for customers. Job Details Location La Porte, TX, United States Discipline Safety Type Full-time Business INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA Posted 17 July 2026 Closing Date 04 August 2026 Requisition ID REQ-2861 #J-18808-Ljbffr