Occupational Health Nurse

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.


Job Summary


Our client is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Nurse. The primary responsibilities of this position include providing emergency care, first aid, and episodic treatment of occupational injuries and illnesses. The role emphasizes the prevention of illness and injury, protection from work-related and environmental hazards, and health promotion and restoration. The nurse will maintain accurate medical records to meet legal, regulatory, and reporting standards and is expected to work independently.


Key Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care and first aid.
• Administer episodic treatment for occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Focus on illness and injury prevention and health promotion.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of medical records.
• Protect from work-related and environmental hazards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing.
• Valid state nursing license.
• 2+ years of nursing experience.
• Certified in Healthcare Provider CPR/AED.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and basic computer programs.
• Preferred: Experience in Occupational Health, Urgent Care, or ER.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in nursing required.
• Experience in urgent care, intensive care, or ER preferred.

Skills

• Proficient in using electronic medical records.
• Basic computer software proficiency.
• Strong independent work capabilities.

Schedule/Shift


1st shift, Monday-Friday, 6am-2:30pm


Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).


Medix Overview:


With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.


Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.


* As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.