ASST. OCCUP. HEALTH NURSE - OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE - Temporary Part-Time

at  Southwest Research Institute

WHO WE ARE:

Our team of occupational nurses provide a variety of nursing care and perform medical surveillance monitoring to maintain the safety and to maximize the overall health of our employees.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires a Bachelors in Nursing.
• 2-6 years: Experience working in a clinical setting. Perform tasks effectively while handling multiple priorities. ICU and emergency nursing or related experience handling medical emergencies.
• 2 -6 years: Must be able to interact with staff members and health professionals.
• 2 -6 years: Knowledge of nursing standards and protocols in an occupational setting; worker’s compensation, OSHA regulations, occupational disease.
• Registered Nurse license and CPR certification.
• A valid/clear driver’s license is required.
  Special Requirements:
  An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
  Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disabled/Veteran
  Committed to Diversity in the Workplac

OBJECTIVES OF THIS ROLE:

• Responsible for providing primary and emergency care of occupational and non-occupational illnesses and injuries to our employees.
• Perform the required health monitoring and screening test for specified programs such as drug/alcohol testing and hearing test.
• Perform clinical duties and assist the physician as needed.
• Comply with OSHA regulations and standards.

DAILY AND MONTHLY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to multi-task and possess strong clinical skills.
• Assist the clinic physician, triage patients, perform EKG’s, lab draws, injections, provide treatment and referrals as directed.
• Ability to respond to medical emergencies; arrange for patients to be transported to local medical facilities.
• Evaluate and treat injuries and illnesses in an efficient and professional manner within the scope of practice and consistent with clinical guidelines.
• Maintain close communication with the nurse manager, Environmental Health and Safety and Human Resources.
• Responsible for monitoring the health, well-being, and safety of our employees.
• Establish safety and health standards that conform with the regulations set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
• Perform medical surveillance (e.g., hearing conservation, spirometry, immunizations etc.).
• Support Environmental Health and Safety, Operations, and Human Resources in injury prevention, health surveillance, and prevention of potential hazards in the work environment.