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RN Manager Occupational Health Clinical Operations

MedStar Health

Leonardtown, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budgeting, Case Management, Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHS), Claims Management, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Conservation, First Aid, Health Department, Health Plan, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Hospital Administration, Hubs, Leadership, Medication Administration, Nurse Practitioner, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Occupational Health, Onboarding, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Operations, Operations Planning, Patient Care, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Process Development, Process Improvement, Public Health, Quality Metrics, Radiography, Registered Nurse (RN), Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Set Goals, Standards of Care, Team Player, Test Requirements, Testing, Treatment Plan, Vaccination, Willing to Travel, Worker's Compensation
LOCATION
Leonardtown, MD
POSTED
5 days ago
An RN Occ Health Manager is required to oversee and actively support the MedStar St. Mary's and MedStar Southern MD Hospitals OH Teams as needed, requiring travel. Given the nature of this role, the OH Manager will be expected to have a background with proven leadership skills that demonstrate the ability to be a change agent, lead projects, connect with hospital administration to build strong internal relationships, team/staff oversight, and develop process improvement to support the daily operations of the Occupational Health teams. This would include collaboration with other regional OH Hubs and OH Shared Services, and in support of the OH AVP. 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. 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. 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. 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. Develops plans recommends and helps implement wellness programs to improve the health and work-life balance of associates. Makes appropriate referrals to physicians other health care providers and facilitates mandatory EAP referrals if indicated. 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. Enters and updates appropriate databases with case information and work with TPA to manage workers compensation claims. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Bachelor's degree in Nursing. ANA accredited Nurse Practitioner Program required Master's degree in Public Health or Nursing preferred 3-4 years 4 years as a RN or NP and 2 years in a senior lead or supervisory capacity required 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 COHN - Certified Occupational Health Nurse required Good physical assessment skills triage and first aid skills. Strong communication skills and intermediate computer skills.

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