Occupational Health Nurse

Company: Beacon Health System
Location: Elkhart
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARYUnder general direction of the physician and the Operations Manager, renders professional nursing services to employees consistent with medical directives of the Medical Director. Participates in the assessment and development of staff occupational health services and needs and the implementation of occupational health care programs.MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALSMISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.JOB SPECIFICATIONSEducation and ExperienceThe knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through successful completion of a nursing program from an accredited school of nursing with a current license in the State of Indiana as a Registered Nurse. Two to three years nursing experience is required. Candidate with experience in on-site occupational health or public health nursing desired. Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing, CPR Instructor, EMT training and/or First Response training, experience or equivalent preferred.Knowledge & SkillsDemonstrates knowledge of OSHA regulations and Indiana State Worker's Compensation laws, understanding of medical documentation and record-keeping, and competency in the occupation health care field, including assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating occupationally related health care issues.Demonstrates analytical skills necessary to gather and interpret data needed to assess the general direction of employee health services, company needs, occupational health programs and budget compliance.Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively in a professional manner with the Medical Director, physicians, community agencies, company employees, etc.Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner.Working ConditionsEmployee health environment with prolonged periods of standing and walking and occasional lifting and positioning of company employees.Physical DemandsRequires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs, lift up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds without assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.Location: Beacon Health System - BH EMP Polaris BoatsSchedule: Part-time, Day, Monday-Friday 7:00-2:00

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