RN - Employee Health

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a RN - Employee Health for a Part Time, 0.80 FTE, Day position.

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date.

JOB SUMMARY

Establishes standards of practice in occupational health and works with the employee safety manager to ensure responsible management of employee health concerns.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Conducts post-offer immunization screenings, evaluates accident and illness incident reports, and assesses needs for education and immunizations according to specific job classifications.
2. Investigates and manages exposures to blood borne pathogens as well as other exposures to contagious diseases utilizing, comprehensive case management approach.
3. Maintains programs and services as required to remain in compliance with OSHA and DNV standards and mandates.
4. Participates in developing patient care aspects of onsite programs including development and implementation of policies and procedures to maintain the program
5. Assists in the development and implementation of new policies and programs and continuous quality improvement activities
6. Responsible for infectious disease prevention, surveillance and post exposure treatment and follow up.
7. Conducts new hire medical screening; TB screening; immunization of healthcare workers against specific illnesses.
8. Maintains confidential healthcare worker medical files
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (Required unless otherwise stated)

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of practice required.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Minimum of three years of current nursing practice required, preferably in an acute care setting.

OTHER SKILLS:

• Demonstrated knowledge and interest in OSHA regulations, occupational safety, occupational exposure management, injury/illness intervention and case management
• Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer: proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Public speaking and community education program development and presentations

At PeaceHealth, we carry on the healing mission of Jesus Christ by promoting personal and community health, relieving pain and suffering, and treating each person in a loving and caring way. The fulfillment of this Mission is our shared purpose. It drives all that we are and all that we do. Caregivers of PeaceHealth embrace the spirit of these words and share our commitment to Exceptional Medicine and Compassionate Care, and are willing to learn and grow as a member of the PeaceHealth family.

DISCLAIMER:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed within this job class. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of caregivers assigned to this job.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.