Employee Health Nurse - Registered Nurse

Job description

Functions of Position:
 Develops and maintains departmental policies and procedures.
 Conducts the pre-employment medical examination of prospective new employees that includes; health history, physical exam, and required tests and x-rays.
 Conducts the annual required tests for all employees. This includes the required N 95 mask fit testing of those employees required to be tested annually.
 Report and care for the on-duty work-related injuries and needle puncture, scalpel, or similar wounds.
 Meets with employees returning to work after a medical leave or from a lost time accident. Examines the paperwork for proper release in returning to work.
 May provide first aid or act as a liaison with the Emergency Department in the provision of first aid. Is to be available for consultation with employees on basic health issues.
 Serves as a resource person to all departments on issues associated with Employee Health.
 Works in consultation with Human Resources on Workers Compensation issues.
 Monitors Hospital wide compliance with Employee Health policies.
 May provide in-service programs when needed.
 Initiates and completes all required documentation and reports for the Employee Health Department.
 Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
 Attends meetings as required.
 Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Qualifications:
 Graduate of accredited school of Nursing, preferably with BSN degree.
 Current Registered Nurse’s license State of Missouri.
 Clinical experience as a staff nurse, public health nurse or the equivalent. Management experience preferred.
Working Conditions:
 Subject to varying and unpredictable situations; may be required to handle emergency or crisis situations; occasionally subjected to irregular hours.