What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Nurse position at GHK?
Shift: Monday – Friday 7:30 - 4:30
Experience:
1. BSN is preferred as the basic preparation for entry into professional practice, but three (3) year diploma or
two (2) year associate degree is acceptable with RN licensure in the state(s) of practice with five (5) years of
occupational health experience.
2. Licenses and Certifications: (Required)
-Licensed registered Nurse
-Certified Occupational Health Nurse (or eligible and willing to take the exam)
-Current CAOHC audiometry certification
-Current NIOSH approved spirometry training
Responsibility
The Occupational Health Nurse is responsible for promoting the health and well-being of employees at the Waxahachie facilities. This individual will coordinate all Corporate Health and Medical Services processes and activities and will provide leadership on health-related issues for employees, supervisors, and facility leadership teams. This non-supervisory position is responsible for the provision and
management of occupational health and wellness services at the plants. Duties include coordinating health initiatives on behalf of employees and contractors, individually, and in partnership with the local medical community when
applicable. The incumbent will interact and collaborate with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders to prevent and manage injuries and illnesses and to promote health, wellness, productivity, and safety within the facilities/plants. This will be accomplished by planning, implementing and managing health-related programs, engaging in first aid treatment, and case managing both work-related and non-work-related injuries and illnesses. The occupational nurse will be accountable to lead successful wellness initiatives and track metrics at the plant. The position also works closely with Disability Case Managers, Workers’ Compensation Claims Adjustors, Human Resources Professionals and Environmental Health & Safety Leaders. This position is located at the Plant in Waxahachie, TX and reports to the Environmental Health and
Safety Leader & Human Resources Leader. There is dotted line reporting responsibility to the Enterprise Corporate Health and Medical Services Director.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $43.00 - $50.00 per hour
Experience:
- occupational health: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- NIOSH approved spirometry training (Preferred)
- COHN (Preferred)
- RN (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Prineville, OR 97754 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Prineville, OR 97754: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $43 - $50
