Job Description

Our client has a need for an Occupational Health Nurse. If you have the background we are looking for, and you are interested in an opportunity to get your foot in the door with a leading company, we want to talk with you!

Description:

Responsible for the development and administration of efficient and professional operations of occupational health services in accordance with company policies, practices, procedures and applicable regulations to achieve the desired goals and objectives. Assist with all aspects of health services, staffing, competency, processes, customer service, and quality improvement.

Oversee and manage the administrative and operational activities of occupational health services. Develop, administer, and monitor the medical examination program for employees, including the performance and analysis of medical tests and procedures. This includes examinations for new employees and periodic examinations as required by Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations, state regulations and company policy.

Assure compliance with regulatory requirements related to clinical operations. Responsible for securing and developing all records, equipment, and programs related to occupational health services. Collaborate with outside resources for program development, such as healthcare providers, third-party administrators, legal advisors, medical director, regulatory agencies, etc.

Provide or manage the required physical evaluation programs and services to meet regulatory requirement, such as NRC, OSHA, NIOSH, WAC, CDC, DOT, etc. Guide and direct all referrals to outside healthcare providers and services. Responsible for assuring the appropriate access and utilization of healthcare services:

Evaluate and treat all injuries and illnesses in an efficient and professional manner within the scope of practice and consistent with clinical nursing guidelines. Occasionally provide emergent medical care in the field. Indirect supervision of contract, temporary, and project health services staff to provide direction and technical advice. Contribute in the controls of injury prevention and health surveillance related to actual and potential hazards in the work environment (i.e. hearing conservation, cumulative trauma disorders, etc.). Assist with the accident investigation program to identify root cause analysis of incidents and near misses. Collaborate with Environmental & Regulatory Programs, Industrial Safety and Human Resources to develop operations, programs, and services by providing content expertise.

Identify prevention and health promotion strategies to optimize health of the population. Train and lead ergonomic assessment of jobs and provide input regarding ergonomic improvements. Manage all cases to facilitate productivity, assuring appropriate care and return to work. This includes workers’ compensation, short- and long-term disability cases. Assess healthcare needs, then implement and manage healthcare programs to improve health and facilitate return to work, maintain records/reports and employee medical files. Assists Human Resources with identifying, evaluating, and implementing accommodations and return to work options for workers with restricted duty.

Requirements:

Nursing Skills:

• Knowledge in current nursing care and treatment of injuries and illnesses.
• In-depth knowledge in obtaining history and physical components for physical assessments.
• Working knowledge of state and federal regulations as they relate to occupational safety and health.
• Working knowledge of workers’ compensation management.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as occupational health instructions, industrial safety manuals, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and department correspondence.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Computer Skills:

• Intermediate computer skills are essential and may require use of electronic medical records.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Must be detail oriented, have ability to multitask and possess great interpersonal skills.
• Travel to other company locations may be required.

Additional:

As an employee with ASAP, you will be working for an established and well-respected organization that goes above and beyond for our Clients and Talent. We provide our Associates with professional and responsive attention, and we are here to assist with any questions or concerns you may have. Your diligence and professional commitment will be rewarded with competitive compensation, including benefits.

Available benefits for this position may include (but are not limited to):

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision.
• 401(k).
• Short Term Disability/LTD.

Who We Are:

ASAP is the expert solution for companies seeking a skilled contract/contingent workforce. Our expertise, market knowledge and recruitment proficiency make us the source for providing companies seeking highly skilled Financial, IT, Engineers, and Technicians to fill contract, temp-to-perm, and direct hire opportunities.

About Allied Staff Augmentation Partners:

ASAP (Allied Staff Augmentation Partners, Inc.) is the expert solution for companies seeking skilled contract labor without the administrative, legal and management headaches of using outsourced workers. Our recruitment and staffing services help companies engage highly qualified contractors, as well as link contractors with contingent roles without many of the usual risks of self-employment. If you’re an Engineer, PM, HR Professional, Financial or Administrative professional with experience in the power and energy sector seeking a long-term, high-paying contract position with one of the sector’s leading companies, Allied Staff Augmentation Partners stands ready to help you achieve your goals If you’re an employer or contractor looking for a responsive, reliable and knowledgeable partner to meet your contingent workforce administration and management needs, please contact ASAP today.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors, Self employment, Immediate start,

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