Registered Nurse

Occupational Health - Registered Nurse - PRN Schedule:1shiftper week on average. Hours:6:00pm-6:00am (training will be on dayshift to start out) Duties and Responsibilities: Applies nursing expertise to assess patient care needs, prioritize treatments, and ensure efficient patient flow. Reports malfunctioning equipment to the lead clinician for repair. Recognizes emergencies and provides care within the legal scope of practice. Administers medications and treatments proficiently as directed by a physician or licensed independent practitioner. Performs nursing assessments, including patient history, physical exams, vital signs, and medical tests, and provides treatment within the state's scope of practice. Works with physicians or licensed independent practitioners to coordinate further medical treatment, as needed. Conducts occupational and health screening tests, including EKG, audiometry, spirometry, and vision, as outlined in the site contract. Performs laboratory tests and quality control procedures as required. Accurately documents nursing assessments, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care arrangements. Assesses patients' health education needs and delivers relevant training and instruction. Maintains medical records, potentially using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software in some health centers. Ensures a clean and safe environment while following infection control procedures. Ensures patient privacy and confidentiality Participates in follow-up phone calls and visits Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience Active TennesseeRN license Current BLS CAOHC Certification preferred NIOSH Certification preferred Experience in Emergency Medicine preferred Knowledge of terminology used in diagnosis and classification of illnesses, injuries, and disabilities Work independently with minimal supervision. Critically evaluate and analyze information in written materials. Handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Solve problems by analyzing information and using logic to address issues and problems. #J-18808-Ljbffr