JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking an Occupational Registered Nurse to provide nursing assessments, treatment, and care recommendations for employees experiencing illness or injury within a workplace setting. This role involves delivering medical care, documenting findings, supporting safety and health programs, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will play a key role in employee health management, emergency response, and return-to-work programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform nursing assessments, take vital signs, evaluate injuries/illnesses, and provide appropriate treatment within RN scope of practice
- Document and maintain medical records in compliance with regulatory and confidentiality requirements
- Support and participate in the site’s Emergency Response Program
- Manage disability cases by coordinating with insurance carriers, benefits teams, and healthcare providers
- Facilitate absence management and return-to-work programs through post-injury and illness management processes
- Track and manage FMLA requests in accordance with legal and company policies
- Conduct regulatory-required health surveillance exams
- Participate in workplace health and safety initiatives such as wellness programs, flu shots, and fitness activities
- Assist in pandemic preparedness planning and response
- Coordinate with external occupational medical providers as needed
- Manage and maintain medical inventory
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse
- Active and current state RN license
- Current CPR certification
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Electronic Medical Records systems
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN or COHN-S)
- Experience in Emergency Room, Intensive Care Unit, or Medical/Surgical nursing
- Experience in a manufacturing or corporate health environment
- Ability to promote and support health and safety initiatives creatively
CERTIFICATIONS
- CPR Certification
- COHN or COHN-S (if applicable)