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

Job Summary

We are seeking an Occupational Health Nurse to join our client. In this role, you will be responsible for the treatment of on-site injuries, case management, medical surveillance, and providing health training to ensure the safety and wellness of employees. You will play a crucial role in driving health outcomes, minimizing health risks, and advancing employee wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Treatment of on-site injuries and referral to outside medical care as needed
• Case management for injured workers and facilitate return to work
• Provide medical surveillance, including audiograms, spirometry, vision screening, and lead testing
• Conduct new hire pre-employment drug and alcohol screening & coordinate medical examinations
• Participate in ergonomics assessments and job hazard analyses
• Administer the Drug and Alcohol program according to company policy
• Train employees in First Aid and CPR/AED as Medical Responders
• Train employees on Bloodborne Pathogens, Hearing Conservation, and more to meet OSHA requirements
• Advise on Workers’ Compensation claims, as needed
• FMLA Administration
• Maintain HIPPA compliant documentation
• Deliver agreed regional health metrics and outcomes
• Purchase supplies for the first aid clinic
• Develop and meet site budget expectations
• Reduce population health risks and manage workplace health risks
• Work with Safety Coordinators to recognize hazards and prevent injury

Qualifications

• Active RN license in state of practice
• 2 or more years hospital or clinic nursing experience
• Excellent assessment skills in a clinical setting
• Phlebotomy skills
• Current CPR/AED certification
• Willingness to travel as needed

Skills

• Excellent clinical assessment skills
• Strong phlebotomy skills
• Experience in Occupational Health, Urgent Care, or ER (preferred)

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.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

The prospective candidate must be available to work full time Monday through Friday, with on-call duties required after hours for injury management.

^*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.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

^*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.