EMPLOYEE HEALTH NURSE - RN - FULL TIME in Lakeland, Florida at WATSON CLINIC LLP

Summary/Objective

The employee health nurse functions as a member of the Human Resources Department, with responsibilities in the areas of pre-employment and annual health assessments of volunteers and employees, education, health promotion programs and workers compensation.

Essential Functions

Administers post-employment screening physical program. Refers employees to Occ Med Physician as necessary. Facilitates all PPD’s, employee flu vaccines, follow-up on vaccines with new employees to ensure their series is complete, etc.,

Oversees and facilitates the Drug-free workplace program.

Oversees Worker’s Compensation injuries and provides Case Management for Clinic employees and physicians.

Works closely with the attorney representing the clinic in litigation cases, and attends mediation, deposition, and trial, and at times provides testimony in such cases.

Maintains current and accurate Employee Heath Records and ensures compliance with State, Federal and OSHA laws.

Conducts annual TB risk assessment and yearly OSHA reports of work place injuries for the Department of Labor and Statistics.

Participates in Employee Education and Orientation Programs. Provides ergonomic workstation evaluations and make recommendations.

Participate in Safety and Infection Control Committee. Tracking of injuries and recommending preventive measures including implementation of such measures when appropriate.

Conducts quarterly safety inspection of all clinic facilities with worker’s compensation insurance carrier and Lanier Upshaw safety representative.

Selects, orders, and maintains Employee Health supplies and equipment with budget guidelines.

Supervisory Responsibility
N/A

Work Environment & Physical Demands
Position requires a great deal of walking, standing, moving and manipulating equipment, as well as lifting and moving objects, equipment and supplies.

It is reasonable to anticipate lifting 20-25 pounds in any given day. Lifting up to 30 pounds may occasionally be required.

The person in this position needs to occasionally move about the inside from the Care Team station to the exam rooms to interact with patients, staff, and providers.

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as fax machine, copier and computer printer.

The person in this position frequently communicates with Clinic staff, such as providers, call center representatives, receptionists, Patient Financial Services, Managed Care, specialty pharmacies, etc. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

May be exposed to live vaccines, blood-borne pathogens, and bio-hazardous materials.

Travel
Travel is expected for this position.

SCHEDULE: 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Required Education and Experience

Graduate of an accredited school of Registered Nursing. Current RN Florida license. Minimum of 5 years of recent experience, two of which must be in an acute care medical/surgical and/or emergency care setting with one year experience in an ambulatory care setting. Strong triage and assessment skills. Ability to work independently with strong organization and prioritization skills.

Preferred Education and Experience Bachelors of Science in Nursing. One year of experience in Occupational Health or Public Health. Strong computer skills. Demonstrated background in Ergonomic Assessments and Training. Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) Designation.