What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Health Nurse, Pratt & Whitney, Per Diem position at WorkCare Inc.?
Job Summary
We are looking for a Per Diem RN to work at our client site in East Hartford, CT.
This position is responsible for performing regulatory testing, injury/illness care, wellness education for employees within the nursing scope of practice, the structure of the Client Standards, policies, procedures and treatment care guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Provide on-site treatment / management of injuries and minimize the need for off-site medical treatment
- Give on-site care, first aid and follow up to occupationally injured/ill workers
- Manage open workers comp and short term disability cases as needed
- Maintain a medical record database and provide reports to management as applicable
- Maintain OSHA records as applicable
- May perform medical testing including but limited to: TB tests, blood draws, immunizations, drug screening, vision tests, hearing tests, respirator fit tests and medical evaluations
- May perform First Aid, CPR, AED and other training as necessary
- Maintain clinic supplies for treatment and preventative measures in the workplace
- Provide preventative health education as needed
- Assisting with Case Management and helping with Covid concerns
Qualifications
- Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a valid RN license
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing is highly preferred
- Must hold current BLS certification
- 3–5 years RN experience required
- 2-3 years’ experience in an urgent care, emergency department or occupational health setting preferred
- Certification in Occupational Health preferred
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability of maintaining privacy and confidentiality
- Critical thinking skills a must
- Ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance to company policy and procedures
- Take initiative on issues that arise daily
- Able to manage multiple priorities
- Must have the ability to maintain a professional approach with others in job-demanding, multitasking and/or project support situations
- Ability to create and edit written materials
- Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences
- Have the skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
- Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and have the ability to learn new software as needed
NOTE: This position requires proof of U.S. Citizenship
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
About WorkCare
About WorkCare:
WorkCare, Inc., is a U.S.-based, physician-directed occupational health company with global outreach.
Our mission is Protecting and Promoting Employee Health…from Hire to Retire. We believe Work Matters. Health Counts. Prevention Saves.
Our occupational clinicians and industry subject matter experts deliver integrated, total worker health solutions to employers in all types of industries. Our capabilities include Medical Exams & Travel program management; 24/7 Incident Intervention telehealth triage; Onsite Services & Clinics; Consulting Medical Directors; Clinical Accommodation and Leave Management support; and a full suite of COVID-19 interventions. Our Industrial Athlete and Bio-ergonomic Surveillance programs are designed to prevent and manage work-related strains and sprains.
Visit www.workcare.com to learn more.