Occupational Health Nurse II

Axelon

  • Hendersonville, NC
  • Today
  • $43.33 Per Hour

Highlights

Occupational knowledge including epidemiology, occupational and environmental health, toxicology, safety, and industrial hygiene. Manage workers compensation injury and illness evaluation, treatment, and case management.

Numbers & Facts

LocationHendersonville, NC
Salary$43.33 Per Hour

Description

Summary:

  • Location: Hendersonville, NC
  • Duration: 12 Months
  • Work Mode: Onsite
  • Normal hours: 8 to 4 pm CST Monday - Friday or flexible 4 - 10 hr. shifts Monday - Thursday 7 am to 7 pm or 6 am to 6 pm.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the implementation and delivery of occupational health programs and services.
  • Conduct injury/illness assessment, triage treatment, and continuity of care.
  • Conduct health surveillance programs and provide health education.
  • Perform ergonomic assessments, case management, and facilitate return to work.
  • Collaborate with human resources, legal, and safety to ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory programs such as OSHA, ADA, HIPAA, and FMLA.
  • Manage workers compensation injury and illness evaluation, treatment, and case management.
  • Oversee leave of absence management STD & FMLA.
  • Manage the Occupational Health Clinic including staffing and supplies.
  • Deliver all medical surveillance and medical clearance programs for the site.
  • Maintain all medical information per OH, legal, HIPAA, and ethical guidelines.
  • Work collaboratively with Safety and Industrial Hygiene regarding medical recommendations in risk assessments, surveillance, medical clearance, and work-related injuries/prevention.
  • Assist in accident investigation from a medical perspective.
  • Administer vaccinations as appropriate for the site.

Requirements:

  • BSN or BS with minimum 3 years of occupational health experience preferred.
  • Occupational Health Certification preferred.
  • Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to work autonomously.
  • CPR/AED certified.
  • NIOSH approved Spirometry course completion preferred.
  • CAOHC certification preferred (can be obtained).
  • Case Management experience required.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills required.
  • Knowledge of EAP, OSHA, FMLA, ADA, HIPAA.
  • Registered Nurse with unrestricted license.
  • Occupational knowledge including epidemiology, occupational and environmental health, toxicology, safety, and industrial hygiene.

Preferred Skills:

  • Certified Otorhinolaryngology Nurse (CORLN) credential through the NCBOHN.

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