What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employee Health- LPN position at South Central Health System?
Job Summary:
South Central Regional Medical Center is looking for an organized, detail-oriented and compassionate individual to join our team as an Employee Health Nurse. As a non-profit organization, South Central Regional Medical Center is dedicated to providing the highest quality of healthcare services to not only our community but our employees.
The employee health nurse works under the direct supervision of the Infection Control & Employee Health Manager and subsequently reports to the Director of Quality. This position must possess knowledge regarding the responsibilities & requirements of the employee health department. This nurse will play a vital role in ensuring that our employees meet and maintain the ongoing requirements set forth by the organization to help ensure a safe working environment.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
o Notify director & employee of requirements and follow-up items.
o Maintain complete accurate employee health records.
o Prepare all new hire employee health requirements for orientation.
o Evaluation of hospital personnel health records with the annual health evaluation.
o Initiate and follow up on employee exposures.
o Track and trend TB conversions.
o Assist with fit testing for all designated areas.
o Assist with data reporting for performance improvement & employee exposure reporting.
o Perform urine drug screening on employees as required or requested by administration.
o Travel offsite during influenza vaccination season to administer vaccinations if needed.
o May need to function as a bedside nurse in an emergency.
o Assist with other duties as assigned by the manager or director.
o Adheres to regulatory standards and hospital policy.
o Maintains professional and technical knowledge and pursues professional growth opportunities.
o Serves as a positive role model for new staff.
o Keeps access to protected health information secure and confidential.
o Contributes to a safe, supportive work environment that promotes teamwork.
o Adheres to the mission, vision and performance standards of South Central Regional Medical Center.
Essential Skill Competencies:
o Basic computer skills
o Basic email and phone skills
o Basic health care knowledge
o Effective communication skills: verbal and written
o Works well independently and in groups
Education, Experience & Performance Requirements:
· Must have a current LPN license from the Mississippi Board of Nursing
· Previous hospital or clinic nursing experience is preferred.
· Must keep access to protected health information secure & confidential.
· Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint & Word.
· Must have diligence & the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced changing environment.
· Requirements that if not held at time of hire will be required after hire depending on class availability:
A. TB Surveillance & Testing Certification (TBST)
B. DOT Urine Drug Screening certification
C. N95 Respirator Fit Test training
Exposure Classifications: Moderate exposure risk
