Employee Health RN in Linton, Indiana at Greene County General Hospital

Manages the Employee Health and Wellness Program to ensure a safe and healthy workforce. Oversees employee health screenings, immunizations, exposure management, and wellness initiatives in compliance with OSHA, CDC, and organizational policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administers and manages the Employee Health and Wellness Program for hospital and clinic staff.
• Coordinates pre-employment, annual, and regulatory-required health screenings (e.g., TB testing, respirator fit testing, immunization status).
• Manages the Respiratory Protection Program, including N95 fit testing, medical clearance coordination, and annual compliance tracking.
• Maintains employee health records and ensures compliance with OSHA, CDC, and state regulations.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA standards, including Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, Respiratory Protection Program, and recordkeeping requirements.
• Maintains required documentation for workplace exposures and employee health surveillance per regulatory standards.
• Leads post-exposure evaluation and follow-up for occupational exposures including bloodborne pathogens, airborne diseases, and other communicable illnesses.
• Oversees immunization programs (e.g., influenza, hepatitis B) and promotes vaccination compliance.
• Maintains employee immunization compliance including measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, hepatitis B, influenza, respiratory illness (as applicable), and TB surveillance requirements.
• Oversees tuberculosis screening program including baseline testing, annual risk assessments, and exposure follow-up in accordance with CDC guidelines.
• Provides consultation and guidance and determines work restrictions and return-to-work status in collaboration with HR and clinical leadership based on occupational health guidelines.
• Collaborates with leadership and HR on employee safety initiatives and workers’ health concerns.
• Leads and promotes employee wellness initiatives and education programs.
• Monitors trends in employee illness/injury and recommends prevention strategies.
• Collaborates with Human Resources and Workers’ Compensation vendors regarding occupational injuries and illness reporting, follow-up, and return-to-work coordination.
• Utilizes employee health software systems (e.g., Immuware) for tracking and reporting.
• Maintains employee health records in compliance with confidentiality standards and regulatory retention requirements.
• Ensures readiness for audits related to OSHA, CMS, and accreditation bodies.
• Supports a safe work environment by promoting prevention of physical and psychological harm.
• Participates in Safety, Infection Prevention, and Quality Committees as assigned.
• Supports infection prevention activities as needed
• Serves as a backup resource for Infection Prevention functions during staff absences, vacancies, outbreaks, or operational needs and may assist with surveillance, employee exposures, education, and response activities to ensure continuity of operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Current RN license in Indiana, Current BLS

Experience:

• Minimum 3–5 years clinical nursing experience
• Experience in occupational health or employee health preferred
• Effective communication and employee engagement skills

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent sitting, standing, and walking
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds