RN - Employee Health Registered Nurse

Employee Health RN

Provides a variety of support services in the areas of Employee Health and Wellness which includes health promotion, prevention of illnesses, diseases, protection for occupational and environmental hazards, injury management, associate education, immunizations, first aid, respirator fit testing, data tracking and new hire health assessments. Serve as the first point of contact for the department. Assists with scheduling appointments, data tracking, running reports and associate follow-up. Serves as an integral member of the Employee Health team. Serves as an advocate for associates, fostering equitable and quality associate health services and safe and health environments in which to work.

Actively demonstrates the organization's mission and core values and conducts oneself at all times in a manner consistent with these values.

Maintains a working knowledge of the Trinity Health Organizational Integrity Program, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.

Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to associate health, safety and medical information. Ensures that appropriate compliance is maintained in areas of purview with regulatory requirements of The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Worker's Compensation, Iowa Occupational Safety and Health Act (IOSHA), Iowa Dept of Public Health (IDPH) and other regulatory standards, which may be required and are fully complied.

Assists Coordinator with Employee Health programs, which promote wellness/health including maintaining compliance with the Tuberculosis (TB) Screening Program and coordinating TB questionnaires, facilitating drug/alcohol screenings, coordinating and staffing influenza clinics, maintaining compliance with employee health screens, and vaccinations, etc. Follow up on results that require further medical management.

Coordinates fit testing (N95 Respirator) program with 100% completion of all N95 fit tests and training.

Submits laboratory test material to the laboratory when needed.

Develops, uses and maintains an accurate and complete recordkeeping system, while maintaining confidentiality. Tracks data for compliance and for trending. Reports data in an effective format.

Acts as a liaison with Occupational Health or Emergency Department in the provision of care for associates who become ill or injured while on duty.

Assists in the investigation and follow-up on all associate health-related incident reports and assists in coordinating the SWARM process.

Collaborates with department managers to maintain regulatory standard compliance.

Supports the Infection Control Department to ensure associate, non-associate, and patient protection by execution of Infection Control policies and procedures.

Monitors the work environment to identify health and safety issues to include hazardous surveillance rounds, ergonomic assessments and department safety walk-throughs.

Educates associates on occupational and environmental health hazards and initiatives.

Participates in improving associate safety and reducing risk to associates.

Complies with Safety and Infection Control & Procedure, including Emergency Preparedness.

Performs and assists the with the following duties in conjunction with the Employee Health Coordinator:

• greet customers in a responsive and respectful manner.
• receive, screen, and channel incoming calls in a prompt and professional manner; answer telephone requests as appropriate; refer calls that can be responded to by others.
• sort, review and prioritize incoming mail; prepare outgoing mail and packages for shipment.
• perform photocopying (medical records), scanning, and faxing duties.
• coordinate and schedule appointments.
• submit supply orders using the on-line ordering system; upon receipt of items, stock and distribute supplies.
• generate letters for upcoming expirations and forward to associates. Notify directors of delinquent information.
• data tracking - accurately inputs and retrieves data into Excel, Word, Compliance Software.
• generate correspondence and assist with the preparation of presentations, reports, and meeting minutes. Proofread all work to assure professional documents with proper formatting, spelling, grammar, and punctuation

Attends meetings and serves on committees as assigned.

Assists Coordinator with staffing at health fairs and wellness screens.

Assists in maintaining an office environment that is safe, neat, organized, and supplied with necessary equipment, instruments, supplies and educational materials. Ensures equipment is functioning safety and properly. Performs cleaning and maintenance of equipment according to guidelines.

Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.

Mission Statement: We, MercyOne Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Core Values:

• Reverence: We honor the sacredness and dignity of every person.
• Commitment to Those who are Poor: We stand with and serve those who are poor, especially those most vulnerable.
• Safety: We embrace a culture that prevents harm and nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Justice: We foster right relationships to promote the common good, including sustainability of Earth.
• Stewardship: We honor our heritage and hold ourselves accountable for the human, financial and natural resources entrusted to our care.
• Integrity: We are faithful to those we say we are.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must hold an active RN license to practice nursing in the State of Iowa.

Employee Health or Occupational Health experience strongly preferred acute or occupational health setting; requires a minimum of 3-5 years prior clinical health related experience.

TB administration/reading competency.

Experience in managing performance/business process improvement activities helpful.

Experience with Workers Compensation preferred.

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) is required.

Valid driver's license and ability to meet hospital driving requirements.

Familiarity with computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, GroupWise), HealthStream, Intranet; and use of reporting tools. Helpful to have experience with Incident Reporting software and/or other compliance tracking software. Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job.

Physical and Mental Requirements and Working Conditions:

Normal office environment where there are relatively few physical discomforts due to dust, dirt and noise.

In an eight-hour day, must be able to sit for 3 hours, stand for 3 hours, and walk for 1 hour.

Requires occasional bending/stooping (6-10% of work time).

Requires rarely carrying or lifting of objects weighing up to 30 lbs.

Requires use of hands for actions such as typing, simple grasping, fine manipulation, and repetitive actions.

Requires the ability to frequently respond to multiple demands and priorities.

Has potential for exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous waste and chemicals.

Requires visual acuity, the ability to speak and the ability to hear speech.

Must be able to travel on occasion to other worksites and training seminars.

Must adhere to applicable organizational requirements on an annual basis for Employee Health Directives.

Must be able to set and organize own work priorities and adapt to them as they change frequently. Must be able to work concurrently on a variety of tasks/projects in an environment that may be stressful with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles.

Must possess the ability to comply with Trinity Health policies and procedures

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.