Occupational Health RN - PTO Coverage Jobs in USA, IL, Deerfield | Rose International Job

Occupational Health NursesRequired Education:

• Bachelor of Science in

Nursing Required Certifications:

• Compact License is required
• Registered nurse license to practice is required

Preferred Certifications:

• Certification in Occupational Health
• Certification in

Case Management Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of Occupational Health program management experience
• Experience with Workers Compensation laws in all applicable states
• Experience in OSHA recordkeeping criteria
• Critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Proficient in computer program use
• Advanced communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively with other disciplines and subordinates
• Ability to manage and communicate occupational health programs

Job Duties:

• Maintain any current occupational health wellness program in the absence of the occupational health nurse
• If applicable the OH & Safety Manager will educate and set expectations and needs prior to absence
• Maintains system that facilitates immediate care of employees with injury and illness
• Collaborate with EHS professionals and management on investigation, root cause analysis and proper communication to EHS partners
• Review job placement results and follow the appropriate process to store and facilitate follow-up as needed
• Maintains documentation system for occupational health record keeping and confidentiality
• Responsible for OH reporting ( i.e.., OSHA, Worker's Compensation, DOT , etc )
• Maintains an effective case management program, including coordination with other health care professionals, human resources, department managers, and insurance carrier representatives or TPA to facilitate timely return to work and appropriate utilization of benefits
• Incorporates knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations (i.e., FMLA, ADA and state-specific workers compensation laws)
• Maintains working relationships with appropriate community agencies and health consultants to achieve program support and optimum health care for employees
• Responsible for maintaining a high level of expertise through participation in continuing education for professional growth
• Partner and actively participate in efforts to prevent and address OH issues, as well as determining strategies to reduce those risks through the accident investigation process
• Actively supports EHS team initiatives by providing OH perspective
• Contributes to new hire orientation, required EHS training and health promotion programming
• Responsible for all aspects of the random drug and alcohol testing program, including follow-up with outcomes
• Applies ergonomic principles effectively: Aligns medical activities (e.g. first-aid) with ergonomic risk assessments and reduction control measures for employees experiencing potentially work-related musculoskeletal symptoms
• Assures compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and DOT Compliance
• Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.
• Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client's business needs and requirements.