Occupational Health Nurse

Job Title: Occupational Health Nurse (Part time)Duration: 12 monthsLocation: Roseville, MN; 55113(MWF 8am-2pm)Overview:We are seeking a high caliber Occupational Health Nurse who delivers health care services to workers and worker populations within an occupational setting to assist ill and injured employees to reach maximum health and productivity.Functions as a clinical case manager and coordinates an individual client's health care services across multiple systems from the onset of injury or illness to a safe return to work or an optimal alternative. Care is coordinated with a focus on achieving quality care delivered in a cost-effective manner. Using a unique knowledge of employees, their social or family system, and the work environment, the occupational health nurse assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates the care for clients.Supports assigned location occupational health and wellness programs and initiatives.Practices within the parameters of professional licensure to ensure consistency with legal, labor, regulatory and corporate requirements.Responsibilities:Collaborates with management and the broad Environmental, Health and Safety staff to carry out mutual division and corporate objectives.Acts as a professional health resource for the organization's management in planning and maintaining initiatives and programs that meet defined goals and objectives.Provides initial assessment of occupational injuries, illnesses and exposures and may treat or refer for further evaluation as necessary in accordance with clinical guidelines and protocols.Assesses the broad spectrum of client needs, including physical and psychosocial factors, using data from various sources including, but not limited to aggregate case/claims experience, employer representatives, other health care providers, health records, and third-party representatives.Assesses non-occupational sudden illnesses occurring at work, determines the immediacy of treatment, and gives guidance to seek care from emergency/personal health care providers.Develops a plan of nursing care based on identified needs and problems and assists with the development of primary, secondary and tertiary prevention, and health promotion strategies to optimize health and prevent injuries and illnesses.Develops processes for identifying situations that require early intervention to maximize desired outcomes.Coordinates nursing process to generate consistent documentation of treatment, interactive process and administrative aspects.Establishes generic and specific communication plans involving internal and external parties, as appropriate.Identifies qualifications and expectations for and monitors and evaluates outcomes and quality of services delivered by health care providers and vendors in the treatment and rehabilitation network.Collaborates with treatment, rehabilitation providers, third party representatives to coordinate/provide for the appropriate care, treatment and follow-up of work related health events based on knowledge of the specific work environment for optimal outcomes.Assists supervisors and employees with return to work issues including work restrictions, modified scheduling and job accommodations.Provides health-related counseling for supervisors and employees within the scope of nursing knowledge and practice.Supports site and division emergency coordinator program, training, and overall coordination.Conducts workplace walkthroughs/assessments and exposure follow-up.Maintains and safeguards privacy and confidentiality of business and protected health information.Participates in the development of related policies, procedures, and work instructions.Education and Experience Requirement:Registered Professional Nurse with current State license to practice.Degree in Nursing; plus, minimum 8 years' experience in Occupational Health or Community Health (Hospital, Emergency Room, etc.)4 yr. Degree PreferredExcellent verbal and written communication skills, solid knowledge of Occupational Health, and excellent computer skills required.The ability to perform independently, interact well with all levels of employees and make well-informed decisions is required.Detailed knowledge of OSHA and other federal regulations that govern the workplace.Detailed knowledge of Worker's Compensation regulations.Working knowledge and application of business concepts, procedures, and practices.Will perform this job in a quality system environment.