RN Manager Occupational Health Clinical Operations

About the Job

General Summary of Position Responsible for the daily operations of the Occupational Health Department in collaboration with other regional OH Hubs, OH Shared Services, and in support of OH AVP and Risk Management department. Coordinates the work activities and services provided by the clinical and administrative staff to assure efficient, effective, and safe patient care in the Occupational Health Department. Performs clinical duties as staff Nurse Practitioner, assuming clinical management of assigned patients.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops and contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards.
• Ensures compliance with hospital/facility policies and procedures and governmental/accreditation regulations.
• Accurately documents all data into the associate electronic medical record (OHM). Accesses documents in other appropriate databases. Provides timely and complete data entry and includes all required information based on Occupational Health practice standards.

Collaboration and Case Management

• Collaborates with OH and outside medical providers to monitor the progress of case management in terms of established outcomes, which includes the length of disability, rates of injury and illness, and other specific indicators.
• Collaborates with TPA to coordinate treatment plan, ensure appropriate referrals and authorizations are obtained, and optimum care and case management is achieved.

Peer Review and Education

• Coordinates and implements the Advanced Practice provider peer-review evaluation process.
• Coordinates and provides ongoing medical in-services with the OH AVP to promote and enhance practice in occupational health and managing treatment for a work-related injury.
• Organizes orientation programs and oversees continuing clinical education to ensure adequate preparation of staff to meet clinical practice and operational requirements.

Wellness and Return-to-Work Programs

• Develops plans, recommends, and helps implement wellness programs to improve the health and work-life balance of associates.
• Evaluates and follows MedStar OH protocol for fitness for duty. Makes appropriate referrals to physicians, other healthcare providers, and facilitates mandatory EAP referrals if indicated.
• Evaluates associates ability to return to work full-duty or in modified work capacity after an extended absence. Assesses work capability given reason for absence and job responsibilities.

Work-Related Injuries and Workers Compensation

• Evaluates, assesses, and treats work-related injuries with implementations of standards of care according to OH policies.
• Formulates appropriate care plan, including diagnostics and referral to specialists as indicated.
• Completes appropriate workers compensation documentation. Enters and updates appropriate databases with case information and work with TPA to manage workers compensation claims.

Health Compliance and Workplace Safety

• Implements health compliance programs required for hospital workers as identified by federal, state, and policy guidelines. Programs include but are not limited to: mandatory influenza program, N95 fit testing, hearing conservation, TB testing, and vaccination requirements.
• Liaises with entities/departments to evaluate the safety of the workplace and collaborate with managers in injury prevention measures and departmental action planning.

Leadership and Operations

• Oversees daily operations and facilitates the interdisciplinary and collaborative practice of clinical and support staff.
• Assists with the recruitment, selection, on-boarding, and staff management.
• Coordinates and completes the performance evaluation process for all staff.

Pre-Placement Medical Clearances and Medications

• Performs pre-placement medical clearances for new candidates, including complete job-appropriate history and physical examinations with referral to PCP if indicated.
• Prepares and administers medications, including vaccinations and tuberculosis testing, according to department policy/procedure.
• Follows appropriate OH protocol for exposure type, including appropriate labwork, first aid, and/or prophylaxis administration, and informs of necessary exposure follow-up.

Diagnostic Examinations and Counseling

• Requisitions and interprets diagnostic laboratory and x-ray examinations when indicated.
• Counsels individual associates regarding exam findings, abnormal lab and x-ray results, appropriate follow-up, any implications for personal health, and the impact on job performance.

Budget Management and Quality Improvement

• Works with OH AVP and OH Shared Services to prepare and manage designated OH site budget effectively to ensure resources are available to support departmental goals and objectives.
• Collaborates with OH AVP and OH Shared Services to identify, evaluate, and implement plans to improve operations and clinical practice in the OH department in collaboration with the department director and medical director.

Community Outreach and Quality Improvement

• Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.

Minimal Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in Nursing. ANA accredited Nurse Practitioner Program required. Masters degree in Public Health or Nursing preferred.
• Experience: 5-7 years progressively more responsible job-related experience required, and 3-4 years as a RN or NP and 2 years in a senior lead or supervisory capacity required.
• Licenses and Certifications: NP - Nurse Practitioner - Licensed Registration with the Washington DC and/or Maryland and/or Virginia and/or other MedStar location State Board Examiners of Nurses required, and BLS - Basic Life Support Basic Life Support certification required, and COHN - Certified Occupational Health Nurse required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good physical assessment skills, triage, and first aid skills.
• Understanding of workers compensation and OSHA regulations.
• Good patient education skills.
• Strong communication skills and intermediate computer skills.

Salary Range: USD $102,606.00 - USD $196,996.00 /Yr.