RN Care Manager - Occupational Medicine

RN Care Manager, Occupational Medicine

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland. Join our Occupational Medicine team in supporting local businesses on site within your RN role. $15,000 sign on bonus available for qualified applicants.

The RN Care Manager, Occupational Medicine will provide health leadership, coordination of services, and the implementation of best practices to support the overall goals of the Occupational Medicine On-site Nurse program. The RN, Care Manager, Occupational Medicine will provide comprehensive services and support that include, but are not limited to: first aid, medical response, management of occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses, medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), training and education, COVID-19 program management, health and wellness initiatives, injury prevention services, and other services supported by Sanford Occupational Medicine.

Responsibilities include administering conservative medical treatments such as heat, ice, and range of motion exercises, as directed by medical directives and the Occupational Health physician. Additionally, manage the procurement and stocking of medical supplies for the medical/health service station and coordinate data tracking and generate monthly trending reports for dissemination to appropriate parties. This individual will coordinate early intervention and return-to-work activities at the worksite. Ensure employees returning to work can perform essential job functions and, if needed, coordinate functional capacity evaluations. Monitor the progress of employees on Workers' Compensation, disability, medical leave, and FMLA. Develop and maintain essential job function documentation for ADA compliance, including providing complete and appropriate documentation of patient care/consultation within the company's tracking systems and Sanford Occupational Medicine's EMR system.

Serve as a liaison between relevant company directors and employees, ensuring pertinent information is distributed to the right people in a timely and appropriate manner. RN, Care Manager, On-site will demonstrate competency and practice within the full scope of nursing expertise and knowledge, utilizing appropriate age and population-specific standards as designated by the assigned company location. Function within the scopes and standards of nursing practice as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act and Administrative Rules in the state of practice and licensure. Adhere to the Sanford Professional Nursing Practice, which recognizes the Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements, as published by the American Nurses Association, as the foundation for nursing care delivery and professional conduct.

Bachelor's degree in Nursing strongly preferred in Bemidji and Rapid City. Required in Fargo and Sioux Falls (Sanford USD Medical Center and Clinics). Required in Bismarck or enrolled and starting a Bachelor's degree program within one year of hire with a completion date within three years upon date of hire into position. Required in Fargo Network and Sioux Falls Network, or employees hired after January, 2025, who do not possess a Bachelor's degree in the required field, leadership may consider an educational plan with proven continuous action toward achieving a Bachelor's degree in Nursing within five years of hire into position. Graduate from an accredited nursing program, including, but not limited to, those accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Minimum of two years' clinical experience preferred. Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required and must be obtained within six months of employment. Must possess a valid driver's license.