Co-Worker Health Nurse - LPN or RN
Part-time, 24 hours per week
Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City
The Co-worker Health Nurse is a critical job that works closely with all co-workers from day one.
• Plans, organizes, directs and performs all activities of the co-worker health services in concert with federal and state requirements and regulatory agencies.
• Processes new co-workers for a health assessment at hire, which includes pre-employment drug testing, health medical history, lab work, chest x-ray if indicated and immunization status.
• Supports and administers co-worker TB skin screening program in compliance with state regulations.
• Performs respirator fit testing and training as indicated.
• Promotes and administers annual Influenza and other vaccines to all co-workers working in the facility.
• Provides first aid to employees as necessary and works closely with co-workers following on the job injuries to provide quality care and follow-up to injured workers.
• May serve as Workers' Compensation coordinator, depending on work location, following state commission rules and regulations.
Qualifications:
Experience: 2 years' hospital or clinical experience required.
Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program, LPN or RN.
Licensure: Active nursing license in Oklahoma (LPN or RN).
Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) preferred but will be provided by Mercy after hire if not already certified.
Physical Requirements:
• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
Mercy Health is part of Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMHealth.org,) one of the top 20 health systems in the United States and part of the top performing quartile of Catholic health systems for lowest cost per case for patient care. Mercy Health is the largest health system in Ohio and among the top five employers in the state, with more than 33,500 employees serving communities throughout Ohio and in Kentucky. Mercy Health provided care for patients more than 6.8 million times in 2017. The system includes assets of $6.8 billion and nearly 500 care facilities including 23 hospitals and 26 post-acute care facilities including senior living communities, hospice programs and home health agencies. Its clinically integrated network of more than 2,700 health care providers coordinates more effective and efficient care for more than 350,000 patients, saving money for taxpayers through the Medicare Shared Savings Program. As part of Bon Secours Mercy Health, the ministry provides nearly $2 million per day in community benefit.