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Job Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Nurse to develop, interpret, administer, coordinate, and evaluate all phases of their occupational health program. This role involves using professional skills to assess, treat, refer, and follow up on both non-occupational and occupational injuries and illnesses, in accordance with medical directives, protocols, and the Nurse Practice Act.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in plant-wide Medical Response Training.
• Participate on the Incident Management Team.
• Develop, interpret, administer, coordinate, and evaluate all phases of the occupational health program.
• Use professional skills to assess, treat, refer, follow-up, and evaluate non-occupational and occupational injuries and illnesses under the direction of a Medical Director, in accordance with medical directives, clinic protocols, procedures, and standards of the Nurse Practice Act.
• Assist in contractor medical emergencies as required by contractor or management.
• Administer health surveillance programs in accordance with OSHA regulations, corporate, and site policies and procedures.
• Coordinate ERT fitness for task screening and testing.
• Coordinate pre-employment medical clearance and follow-up annual testing for personnel per requirements based on job duties.
• Perform case management of employees, including making recommendations and advising management on a case-by-case basis regarding:
  • Coordination of medical aspects of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), working with employees, supervisors, Human Resources, and site leadership to ensure correct handling of medical aspects.
  • Worker’s Compensation.
  • Work-related injuries.
  • Non-work-related injuries.
  • Sick Leave.
  • Short Term Disability.
  • Fitness for Duty.
  • ADA restrictions and accommodations.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records for all employees and be responsible for data entry in an Employee Medical Record (EMR) database of necessary data such as medical diagnoses and test results for employees included in medical surveillance when an EMR database is provided.
• Maintain accurate and readily available logs, including temperature logs for refrigeration, vaccination log, medication log, bloodwork lab log, and urinalysis log.
• Conduct health screening in accordance with medical and government guidelines.
• Ensure Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) certification is current and readily available for the site medical clinic.
• Ensure all calibrations of the site medical clinic’s clinical equipment/machines are current with documentation readily available.
• Perform laboratory tests which involve potential contact with bodily fluids.
• Oversee immunization program for site employees.
• Ensure compliance with the Exposure Control Plan.
• Evaluate and update implementation of the plant-specific Pandemic Response Plan when applicable.
• Develop and implement (with approval by the Medical Director) clinic procedures, protocols, and nursing directives.
• Assist in training and continuing education of employees in:
  • Infection Control and Bloodborne Pathogens.
  • Hearing Conservation Programs.
  • Respiratory Protection Programs.
• Prepare reports that reflect the range of activities of the occupational health service.
• Interview and refer employees who are in crisis situations.
• Responsible for the selection of supplies for occupational health services and updating supplies on a regular basis.
• Recommend, conduct, and evaluate wellness programs and activities which stress optimum health for all employees to increase morale and productivity and improve the quality of life.
• Responsible for the medical portion of orientation of new employees.
• Participate in safety and health management activities.
• Responsible for day-to-day management of the substance testing program, including pre-employment random, and follow-up drug screens or alcohol tests, and consultation with Human Resources and site management when needed.
• Maintain and improve own professional competence through attendance at professional courses.
• Establish and maintain liaison with local and company-wide occupational health nurses, community health and social health services.
• Maintain a strong code of confidentiality.
• Perform special projects and miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (preferred).
• Certified Breath Alcohol Technician (preferred) or trained under Medical Director’s approval.
• NIOSH Approved Spirometry Training (preferred) or trained under Medical Director’s approval.
• Certified in substance testing collections (preferred) or trained under Medical Director’s approval.

Experience

• 5 years’ experience in manufacturing.

Skills

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ability to maintain a strong code of confidentiality.
• Commitment to maintaining and improving professional competence.

Education

• R.N. registered in the state of South Carolina.
• Certified in C.P.R. Basic Life Support.

Additional Requirements

• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1st shift.

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.

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.