The occupational health nurse plans, directs, coordinates and/or provides a comprehensive health care program that involves prevention, recognition and treatment of illnesses and injuries.
Responsible for recommending policy and directing, administering, and maintaining an occupational health service while performing some industrial hygiene monitoring and/or assessment consistent with organizational goals. Also provides or arranges appropriate health training and communications to SSR employees and their families. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Plan, develop and promote the necessary resources to operate the occupational health service.Prepare, maintain and safeguard confidentiality of employee health information and health records.Perform pre-placement and periodic physical exams which include blood work, E.K.G.s, hearing test, pulmonary test, eye exam, and physical history with weight, height and blood pressure and other functions as appropriate and authorized. Provide emergency first aid, medical care, and arrange for treatment of occupational injuries and disease by a physician if necessary. Available 24/7 if needed during an emergency.Provide emergency care for non-occupational maladies that occur during work hours. Screen employees before leaving work because of illness and on return following illness.Perform required hearing, vision, pulmonary function testing, and other tests as appropriate and authorized.Monitor the occupational health services budget that provides for efficient and cost effective services, including vendor service.Develop, administer and maintain occupational health program policies that are consistent with company policies.Develop and communicate occupational and personal health information to all Associates.Keep educated and up to date with changes in the occupational and environmental health and safety field.Establish relationships with appropriate community agencies and resources for utilization by Associates.Develop and implement health promotion strategies to optimize health and prevent injuries and illnesses.Administer workers compensation case management program.Serve as a member of interdisciplinary occupational and environmental health and safety committees.Serve as an active member of the site First Responder Team (FRT).Serve as an integral member of the EHS Team, and regularly interact with the Field Operations teams.Work with EHS manager to develop, implement, and execute industrial hygiene surveys and employee monitoring for (e.g., noise, carbon monoxide, silica, lead, etc) in the facility as needed.Work with the EHS Manager to train or arrange for occupational health training of the FRT members.Collaborate with the EHS Manager to develop appropriate health surveillance and post-exposure monitoring based on monitoring results.Required to report physically to the prime work location. Support other ISC facilities or projects as requested.Participate in additional or special projects as needed. Note: The duties and responsibilities listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.DIMENSIONS/SCOPE (include total # of employees supervised): 0Clinic Operating Budget and Expenses. Shared.Workers Compensation Budget. Shared.Clinic Inventory. Direct.MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:Knowledge:Graduate of recognized Nursing Program.Knowledgeable of occupational health issues and related protocolsExperience and Qualifications: BSNCertified/licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (desired, but not required)5 years experience in occupational health nursing.Registered Nurse with license to practice in Georgia.Certification in occupational health nursing (CAOHN) preferred.Certified to conduct audiograms.Certified in teaching first aid/CPR.Knowledge of industrial hygiene monitoring methods. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS, CONTINUED:Skills and Abilities:Proficient in Microsoft applications.Knowledge of regulations pertaining to occupational health.Knowledge of medical procedures and equipment.Good diagnostic skills.Good interpersonal and communication skills.Equipment Used: Telephone Facsimile MachinePhotocopier Answering MachineAutomobile Laboratory EquipmentVideo, Audio/Visual EquipmentPersonal Computer CalculatorCleaning Equipment and/or SuppliesComputer Terminal-MainframeMedical Testing EquipmentCONTACTS: Plant Management and Associates. Daily.Human Resources and EHS. Daily.Medical Review Officer. Daily.Local medical providers, organizations and agencies. Daily.SUPERVISION REQUIRED: General supervision, unusual and non-routine tasks handled by supervisor.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk and listen. Use of hands to grasp, handle, pinch, pick-up and type. Reach with hands and arms. Ability to climb, balance and lift up to 50 pounds. Close, distance, peripheral and color vision with depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work area is a quiet, climate-controlled, private office. Work with chemicals and fumes related to occupational health care profession. Noise level may be higher when visiting operational areas. Physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met or are encountered by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and associate and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.