You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse to lead and coordinate occupational health services for the site. The primary responsibilities include ensuring employees receive timely, compliant, and high-quality care while supporting regulatory requirements and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure competent medical care for injured or ill employees by initiating and implementing appropriate treatment protocols, coordinating timely referrals to outside specialists, and completing required documentation.
• Manage workers' compensation claims and return-to-work programs, collaborating with supervisors, HR, insurance representatives, and external providers to ensure timely and cost-effective case resolution.
• Maintain accurate, confidential medical documentation and ensure compliance with OSHA, company standards, and Records and Information Management requirements.
• Administer and coordinate medical surveillance programs, ensuring required exams are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Support and advise on site ergonomics initiatives, including risk identification, policy maintenance, vendor coordination, and tracking improvement efforts.
• Oversee medical supply inventory, medical equipment maintenance, and relationships with telemedicine, therapy, and ergonomic service providers.
• Serve as a trusted occupational health resource, communicating health and safety strategies and supporting continuous improvement across the site.

Qualifications

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Minnesota
• Previous experience working in an Employee Health, Industrial or Manufacturing setting
• Strong documentation skills and understanding of medical confidentiality and RIM/HIPAA requirements.

Additional Requirements

Must be willing to take after-hours calls as needed.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.