What are the responsibilities and job description for the OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE position at The Fountain Group?
Currently I have an opening for an Occupational Health Nurse located in Waltham, MA. Details for the position are as follows :
Job Description :
- The Occupational Health Nurse will provide critical clinical support to the R&D and Manufacturing operations to her assigned sites
- Individual will deliver the occupational health services needed to meet or exceed regulatory compliance and company guidelines. The right candidate will be instrumental in implementing and delivering occupational health programs to employees to achieve a healthy and safe work environment.
- Workers Compensation injury and illness evaluation (within scope of practice), treatment and case management for sites as assigned
- Clinical services at Occupational Health Center (s), sites as assigned (within scope of practice)
- Deliver, as appropriate, all medical surveillance programs in compliance with Federal requirements and Company guidelines, including but not limited to : Laboratory Animal Allergy, Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, Powered Industrial Vehicle, Reproductive Risk Assessment, DOT, Hazmat, and any other surveillances needed based on risk assessments.
- Maintain all medical information per OH, legal, HIP nd ethical guidelines
- Work closely with HSE on Industrial Hygiene data interpretation as related to surveillance / PPE; medical recommendations in work risk assessments; work related injuries and illnesses prevention; accommodations and return to work
- Work with site managers and HR regarding work accommodations, Return to work, EAP, fit for duty evaluations, ADA issues, etc.
- Manage the MERT (Medical Emergency Response Team) to include ongoing training activities, Hepatitis B immunizations and AEDs for sites as assigned
- RN or BSN with Massachusetts state licensure and experience in occupational health.
Technical Information :
Salary : $60 - $67
