RN-Occupational Health

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Position Summary

Under the direction of a physician coordinates safe and comprehensive occupational and colleague health services focused on the promotion and restoration of health, prevention of illness and injury and protection from work-related and environmental hazards. Assesses and case manages occupational and non-occupational illnesses and injury.

Bachelor’s in Nursing is preferred.

3-5 years of clinical experience considered in lieu of Bachelor’s degree.

Experience in Occupational Health or Worker Compensation is preferred.

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of practice is required. Wisconsin:  RNs may practice with a valid multi-state RN license as outlined in the Nurse Licensure Compact rules.

Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

COHN-S certification is preferred.

Demonstrated decision-making and critical thinking skills.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Effective interpersonal skills.

Demonstrates a high level of accuracy.

Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities.

Consults with the Occupational Medicine physician as appropriate.

Manages occupational and non-occupational illnesses and injuries from the onset to safe return to work or an optimal alternative.

Determines risk associated with incidents using professional judgment and collaborate and follow-up as necessary for positive outcomes.

Conducts and/or facilitate ergonomic assessments, health hazard assessment, and medical surveillance of colleagues, populations, and workplaces.

Assists with evaluation of fitness for duty and refer colleagues when indicated for drug & alcohol testing, or examination by a provider.

Identifies colleague health problems and provides immunizations and minor care.

Serves as a colleague health expert, educator, and resource to staff, medical staff and the public to promote positive colleague outcomes.

Investigates, monitors and analyzes illness and injury episodes and trends; provides health promotion, disease and injury prevention information.

Collaborate with Infection Prevention colleagues to conduct communicable disease exposure follow-up for colleagues, medical staff, allied health professionals, and students.

Provides consultation to colleagues related to infection prevention and control issues.

Maintains records to comply with OSHA including the OSHA log and annual summary and surveys.

Complies with laws, regulations and standards governing health and safety for colleague including but not limited to: Workers Compensation, OSHA, CDC, JCAHO, and labor laws including FMLA and ADA.

Consults with the Occupational Medicine physician as appropriate.

Manages administration of health services.

Assists in the management of emergency preparedness.

Serves as a Worker’s Compensation administrator.

Attends and participates in the Safety and Infection Prevention Committee meetings, and other meetings as assigned.

Demonstrates adaptability to changing health care trends and shares knowledge and experience.

Follows nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation, incorporating physical as well as psychosocial needs of designated patient populations. Performs comprehensive initial patient assessment and reassessments.

Implements the plan of care including procedures, treatments, physician orders, nursing orders, education plan and medications. Coordinates implementation of plan of care with the multidisciplinary team members.

Identifies and makes appropriate referrals for education/further assessment (i.e. nutritional services, spiritual care, diabetic educator, social services). Collaborates with other health care disciplines to plan interventions, patient outcomes and goals.

Demonstrates excellent communication, critical thinking, diplomacy and problem-solving skills. Communicates relevant clinical information to the team to optimize patient outcomes and goals. Communicates relevant clinical information to the physicians regarding the patient’s condition.

Provides nursing care to maximize patient safety and quality outcomes.

Identifies patient problems and develops them into an outcome and goal-oriented plan of care. Analyzes and interprets assessment data to identify desired patient outcomes and goals. Determines nursing interventions to achieve those outcomes and goals. Prioritizes patient care needs and activities.

Directs the implementation of the plan of care and is accountable for the quality of nursing care provided. Assigns and coordinates patient care incorporating patient acuity and the knowledge, skills and abilities of the team members.

Practices within scope and current standards of care.

Uses nursing judgment to determine the appropriate frequency and components of reassessment. Reassesses at regular intervals to determine patient response to interventions. Focuses ongoing reassessment on actual and potential problems and needs of the patient including education and discharge needs.

Consults with the Occupational Medicine physician as appropriate.

Uses nursing judgment to determine the appropriate frequency and components of reassessment. Reassesses at regular intervals to determine patient response to interventions. Focuses ongoing reassessment on actual and potential problems and needs of the patient including education and discharge needs.

Possess the information, skill, and understanding of the work to be performed.  Actively participates in continuing education opportunities and maintains certifications, licensure as appropriate.

Reduces the risk of healthcare acquired infections through compliance with current CDC hand hygiene guidelines and facility policies including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), if applicable.  Utilizes standard precautions during patient contact and when handling contaminated materials.  Demonstrates compliance with National Patient Safety Goals.

Complies with all standards, policies and procedures including dress code, attendance and punctuality.  Attends required in-services and meetings and completes all mandatory competencies by deadline.  Commits to keeping all patient, student or colleague information confidential and maintains excellent interpersonal communication with the health care team colleagues.

Emphasizes a holistic approach to patient care-attending to body, mind, and spirit while upholding ethical principles with patient care and all other aspects of work.  Actively involves the patient and family in decisions about care.  Promotes quality care by participating in organizational councils/committees and/or support of related process.  Documents services provided to patients in the electronic medical record in accordance with policy and requirements. 

The purpose of this job description is to provide a summary of the major responsibilities performed by colleagues in this position. Colleagues may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.  Variances in job duties performed may exist between facilities, and colleagues may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements Category:

Clinical

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting

X

50 lbs.

Carrying

X

50 lbs.

Pushing

X

50 lbs.

Pulling

X

50 lbs.

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Use of Hands/Dexterity

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Extreme Cold

X

Extreme Heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Positions in this category may experience wet

conditions in his/her work environment

Noise

X

Positions in this category may experience a higher

noise level in his/her work environment.

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Positions in this category may experience a

temperature change in his/her work environment

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Other