About this role
Key Responsibilities:
• Program Development and Administration:
• Develop and administer efficient and professional operations of occupational and employee health services in accordance with Gritman Medical Center's policies and applicable regulations.
• Create innovative health and safety programs tailored to the organization's workforce and environment.
• Employee Health Services:
• Provide direct care services, including vaccinations, screenings, and blood titers.
• Assist new hires and contracted employees with onboarding health requirements and annual vaccinations.
• Guide injured employees through the Workers' Compensation process until they are able to return to work.
• Collaboration and Consultation:
• Work with client companies and collaborate with external resources such as healthcare providers, insurance companies, third-party administrators, legal advisors, and state industrial commissions.
• Promote an interdisciplinary approach to healthcare and advocate for cost-effective health and safety measures.
• Regulatory Compliance:
• Oversee and educate staff on compliance with regulatory requirements related to employee health matters.
• Ensure adherence to OSHA and CDC guidelines and Gritman Medical Center policies.
• Record Keeping and Documentation:
• Secure and develop records and programs related to occupational and employee health services.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all employee health activities and interventions.
• Committee Participation:
• Serve as a permanent member of the Safety Committee and the Infection Prevention Sub-Committee.
• Collaborate with the Infection Prevention Nurse/Officer, Infectious Disease Physician, Emergency Department Physicians, Public Health officials, and regulatory agencies.
Qualifications:
• Education:
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
• Licenses and Certifications:
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Idaho or compact state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience:
• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience.
• Background in Employee Health and Occupational Health is desired but not required.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of treating and reporting communicable diseases.
• Proficient in administering vaccinations and understanding healthcare requirements.
• Ability to perform clinical skills such as immunizations, screenings, and blood titers.
• Familiarity with OSHA and CDC requirements.
• Knowledge of Workers' Compensation regulations and processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding role.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Background in Employee Health and Occupational Health.
• Occupational Health Certification.
Functional Demands:
• Population Served:
• Employees, volunteers, students, interns, EMS personnel, physicians, public, vendors, and community-contracted companies.
• Physical Demands:
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Frequent fine motor skills required for computer use and administering immunizations/titers.
• Extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
• Environmental Conditions:
• Work primarily conducted in a clinical office environment.
• Some duties performed in clinical settings.