Occupational Health Nurse - Remote

Occupational Health Nurse - RemoteOccupational Health Nurse - Remote Duration: 12 Months Location: Remote Part-time (to cover PTO) Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Maintain any current occupational health wellness program in the absence of the occupational health nurse. If applicable the OH & Safety Manager will educate and set expectations and needs prior to absenceMaintains system that facilitates immediate care of employees with injury and illness.Collaborate with EHS professionals and management on investigation, root cause analysis and proper communication to EHS partnersReview job placement results and follow appropriate process to store and facilitate follow up as neededMaintains documentation system for occupational health record keeping and confidentiality. Responsible for OH reporting (i.e., OSHA, Workers Compensation, DOT, etc)Maintains an effective case management program including coordination with other health care professionals, human resources, department managers, and insurance carrier representatives or TPA to facilitate timely return to work and appropriate utilization of benefits. Incorporates knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations (i.e., FMLA, ADA and state-specific workers compensation laws)Maintains working relationships with appropriate community agencies and health consultants to achieve program support and optimum health care for employees. Responsible for maintaining a high level of expertise through participation in continuing education for professional growthPartner and actively participate in efforts to prevent and address OH issues as well as determining strategies to reduce those risk through the accident investigation processActively supports EHS team initiatives by providing OH perspective. Contributes to new hire orientation, required EHS training and health promotion programmingResponsible for all aspects of the random drug and alcohol testing program, including follow-up with outcomesApplies ergonomic principles effectively: Aligns medical activities (e.g. first-aid) with ergonomic risk assessments and reduction control measures for employees experiencing potentially work-related musculoskeletal symptomsAssures compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and DOT Compliance