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 provide comprehensive clinical care and injury management, employee health and wellness support, and foster effective communication and collaboration within their team. This role involves providing first aid, triage, assessment, and treatment for occupational and non-occupational injuries, managing medical emergencies, and ensuring accurate documentation. The nurse will also promote health and wellness initiatives, support occupational health programs, and maintain strong relationships with leadership and employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first aid, triage, assessment, and treatment for occupational and nonoccupational injuries and illnesses.
• Respond to workplace medical emergencies and provide appropriate assessment, stabilization, treatment, and coordination of emergency medical services as needed.
• Evaluate injured employees and guide care using established evidence-based treatment protocols.
• Document all patient encounters accurately and thoroughly within electronic medical records and company systems.
• Assist with OSHA recordkeeping activities, including injury and illness documentation, incident tracking, and maintaining records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Assist with workers' compensation and non-work-related injury management and case coordination.
• Perform reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Provide health education, coaching, and wellness support to employees.
• Promote injury prevention healthy lifestyle initiatives, and employee wellness programs, including coordinating travel health visits and related healthcare services.
• Educate employees on treatment plans, self-care measures, and return-to-work expectations.
• Support occupational health programs, medical surveillance initiatives, and health screenings in accordance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and client requirements.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, managers, and other stakeholders regarding employee care within appropriate privacy guidelines.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with client leadership and key stakeholders by providing responsive communication, professional consultation, and exceptional service in support of the client's health and safety goals.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by providing compassionate, professional, and timely care to employees while fostering a positive healthcare experience and maintaining a high level of professionalism in all interactions.
• Collaborate remotely with Operations Managers, Medical Directors, and clinical support teams.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
• Current CPR/BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Strong assessment, triage, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal onsite supervision.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and basic computer applications.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Experience

• Occupational Health, Emergency Department, Urgent Care, Case Management, Industrial Medicine, or Workers' Compensation experience.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work independently with minimal onsite supervision.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:30pm-11:00pm.

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, 2 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

Medix is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

^*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.