Occupational Health Nurse

Job Title: Occupational Health Nurse 3Job ID: 94008-1Duration: 12 monthsLocation: 102 S Duncan Rd, Champaign, IL 61822Pay Range: $45 to $52/hr. on W2Shift Type: 11 PM to 7 AM 3rd shift (Potential for on call)Day to day responsibilities of this the role:This position serves as a highly skilled, autonomous occupational health nurse within the Corporate Medical Department. Incumbents typically have previous general healthcare, acute care, or occupational health experience. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated career progression through successively more advanced and complex administrative and clinical positions. While not required, due to the autonomy and accountability of the OHN IV position, incumbents will typically have significant experience in occupational health nursing, program management and supervision.The delivery of comprehensive nursing services related to employee illness and injury.Functions as an autonomous nurse with the ability to respond independently to the majority of clinical and administrative demands. Seeks consultation and expert support when needed. (Only autonomous if covering for the onsite clinic nurse in Lafayette)Responds to and even leads on-site medical emergency response.Assumes responsibility for clinical administration, including the delegation of some basic duties to other clinic staff. Activities may include but are not limited to maintaining clinic order, delivering new employee orientation presentations, and maintaining metrics, measurements, and documentation for corporate medical functions via paper records and/or the HR data system.Provide on call coverage for facilities outside of Illinois. (triage injuries)Supports local Human Resources and facility leadership in their initiatives toward health, safety, productivity, and engagement.Supports medical staff and outside entities in determining the work-relatedness of injuries, complying with governmental regulations, and conducting investigations. This may be done on a limited basis.Engages in a supportive role of PSLD nurse with post offers, drug testing, and triage of employees when nurse is not availableConducts DOT drug testing and fit-for-duty evaluations.Conducts OSHA mandated and other surveillance examsSkills:The position typically requires knowledge in various areas of occupational health and Human Resources, including but not limited to, OSHA compliance, ADA, EH&S, HR, ergonomics, health promotion, EMS, and/or education / training.CPR certifiedStrong computer skillsMust be skilled in critical thinkingStrong Triage skills, in an autonomous settingBackground/experience/Qualifications:Associate’s degree in nursing required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.Illinois RN license required.3-5 years of progressively responsible job-related experience in Occupational medicine or Acute care are typically required.