A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
2 Rounds (1st Phone Interview, 2nd Onsite Interview) Position Overview Caterpillar is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Nurse III to join its Corporate Medical Department in Pontiac, Illinois. This role is ideal for a highly skilled Registered Nurse who can work independently, manage occupational injury and illness cases, provide emergency response support, and partner closely with HR, Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), leadership teams, and external medical providers. This is a second-shift, onsite position supporting employees in both a clinic and manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Manage occupational and non-occupational injury and illness cases. Perform employee triage, assessment, treatment, and documentation. Respond to and assist with onsite medical emergencies. Conduct OSHA-mandated medical surveillance exams. Perform drug and alcohol screenings and fit-for-duty evaluations. Support post-offer/new hire medical screenings. Coordinate injury follow-ups, return-to-work processes, and disability case management. Maintain accurate medical records and workplace health documentation. Partner with HR, Labor Relations, EH&S, facility leadership, and external healthcare providers. Support employee wellness initiatives and health education programs. Ensure clinic readiness, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance. Required Qualifications Active, unrestricted Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Active CPR Certification. 3-5 years of nursing experience in: Occupational Health Acute Care Emergency Care Industrial/Manufacturing Health Services Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently. Top Required Skills Clinical Skills Emergency response and triage First aid treatment Venipuncture Pulmonary function testing Administrative Skills Medical documentation and recordkeeping Case management Return-to-work coordination Technical Skills Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Microsoft Teams General computer proficiency Ability to learn HR and medical systems such as PeopleSoft Soft Skills Critical thinking and problem solving Strong interpersonal communication Team collaboration Accountability and professionalism Adaptability Ability to maintain confidentiality Self-motivation and independent decision-making Team Environment The Occupational Health Nurse III will work alongside: 2 Full-Time Occupational Health Nurses 3 PRN Nurses Nurse Manager This role regularly collaborates with HR, Labor Relations, Environmental Health & Safety, facility leadership, and external medical providers. #LI-IQ1 #INDOEM
