Employee Health Nurse at Christian Health Care Center

Wyckoff, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

105000.0

Posted On

10 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational Health, Injury Prevention, Wellness Initiatives, Employee Health Services, Regulatory Compliance, Collaboration, Assessment, Management, Immunizations, Infection Prevention, Record Keeping, Safety Initiatives, Education, Return To Work Coordination, Communication, Health Regulations

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

JOB SUMMARY Salary Range: $100,000 - $105,000 When determining a base salary or hourly rate, several factors may be considered as applicable such as years of relevant experience, education, credentials. About Christian Health:We have had the privilege of caring for those in need for more than a century. Founded on the belief that everyone has the right to exceptional care, today we continue to provide quality care and services for our many residents, patients, and clients. Caring is not simply what we do, it is who we are. Why Join Our TeamAcross our twelve campuses, eleven communities, six service offerings, and hospital, we are ultimately one unified team. Together, we nurture a compassionate, collaborative culture that enables continuous improvement and allows our team members to learn, grow, and shine in their careers. Surround yourself with people who care about making a difference – come join us! We have an exciting opportunity for a full time Employee Health Nurse to join the Human Resources Department. The Employee Health Nurse promotes and protects the health, wellness, and safety of employees by preventing work related injuries and illnesses and supporting overall wellness in the workplace. The Employee Health Nurse focuses on employee health, workplace injury prevention, exposure management, and return to work coordination to ensure a safe environment while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The Occupational Health Nurse collaborates with employees and leaders to foster a safe, healthy, and productive work environment. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Christian Health. Competencies: Serve as a resource for employees regarding occupational health concerns and wellness initiatives. Provide employee health services to employees, including assessment and management of work-related injuries and illnesses. Conducts pre-employment physical exam and drug screen with new employee prior to start date and reviews with physician. Monitors and follows up with employees who are out on extended leave. Facilitate return to work certificates, work restrictions, and accommodations. Reviews return to work certificates and notify employee’s leader and Human Resources of employee release to return to work. Maintains records of Physician Return to work certificates. Coordinate post-exposure evaluation and follow-up (e.g., bloodborne pathogens, communicable diseases). Manage employee health programs such as immunizations, TB screening, and COVID Testing. Notifies employees of mantoux test due date. Collaborate with Infection Prevention, Human Resources, and clinical leadership to support outbreak response and staff safety. Maintain employee health files with accurate employee health records in compliance with OSHA, CDC, TJC, and state regulations. Participate in safety initiatives, injury prevention programs, and staff education. Support regulatory surveys and audits related to employee health and workplace safety. Administers flu shots to and receives consent forms from employees and volunteers. Administers fit testing for employees and contracted employees. Ensures compliance with the OSHA Blood Borne Pathogen requirements. Examines employees who are injured or become ill while on the job (i.e. URI, GI, headache, muscle aches and pains). Administers to employees Mantoux test, Hepatitis B Vaccine and Rubella titer if/when required (and provides follow-up based on result). Oversees and sets up employees for lab work. Works in conjunction with Leaders, Human Resources, and Occupational Health Clinic to establish modified work assignments for injured employees when appropriate. Keeps up to date with legislative changes and new requirements regarding Employee Heath Regulations with Substance Abuse program. Administers Mantoux test to all volunteers, outside contractors and day care center staff. Orders medical supplies/vaccines. Tracks employees who are out on Worker's Compensation. For work related injuries, communicate with Occupational Health Clinic and employee's personal physicians if/when required. Represents Employees Health at the following monthly meetings: Infection Control, Safety, Quality Review, Human Resources, and Insurance Provider NIM. Presents Employee Health information at general orientation. Completes the following monthly reports: Employee Health, Infection Control, Safety, and Payment for Drug Screens and Lab Work as well as chest x-rays. Supports and is an active member of a Service Excellence Team, fulfilling the required obligations of that team. Completes monthly and quarterly, Quarterly Review Report. Reviews Employee Health Policies and Procedures and makes recommendations when changes are required. Performs other related duties as required. Schedule: 8:30am-4:30pm Monday - Friday. Must be available to work beyond normal working hours, work on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Education: A graduate of an accredited school of nursing as an RN. Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN in New Jersey. Christian Health offers a wide variety of benefits to full-time employees that includes: Discounted health insurance Dental Program Paid Vacation, Personal days, Holidays and New Jersey Sick leave 401k plan for all employees who are 21 years old or older Group Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Flexible Benefit plan Employee Assistance Program Direct Deposit Credit Union Child Day Care Center on campus Gift shop on campus Free onsite parking on campus Free meals for all employees Pay differentials Exclusive employee discounts and special offers Access to earned wages prior to payday QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS Demonstrates compliance with the CH ASPIRE Standards of Performance. Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of experience required with previous training in employee health, long-term care, infection prevention, strongly preferred. Knowledge of OSHA, CDC, TJC and state health regulations applicable to long-term care required. Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a RN in New Jersey. If you are interested in this great opportunity, please apply today on our website listed below. https://christianhealthnj.org/careers Min USD $100,000.00/Yr. Max USD $105,000.00/Yr.

Responsibilities

The Employee Health Nurse promotes and protects the health, wellness, and safety of employees by preventing work-related injuries and illnesses. They also manage employee health programs and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.