OSHA Nurse - (RN)

Community Health Connections•Fitchburg, MA

49d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for managing infection control, employee health, and OSHA compliance within the organization. The nurse will oversee surveillance, data analysis, policy development, and education related to infection prevention. They will also manage employee health records, ensure compliance with reporting requirements, coordinate health initiatives, and oversee pre-employment processes and testing. Additionally, the role involves managing OSHA-related testing and assessments, conducting environment of care rounds, and serving as the point of contact for employee injuries. The nurse will promote the organization's mission and values and participate in the Safety Committee.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in healthcare required.
Current nursing license (RN).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (BSN) preferred.
CIC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Notifying the County and/or State Health Department of any reportable diseases, adhering to all county and State procedures.
Management of potential bloodborne pathogen exposures.
Overseeing the infection control program, including surveillance, data analysis, developing reports, policies, and procedures, along with prevention and control strategies.
Participating in infection prevention and control education and MassLeague Forum meetings.
Educating employees during orientation and as needed thereafter.
Maintaining complete and accurate employee health records.
Ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements for reporting for employee health.
Collaborating with various departments and colleagues, including Safety Officer, Human Resources, Compliance, Nursing Officer, to advocate for employee health and safety.
Coordinating the development and implementation of all employee health initiatives and programs.
Coordinating with Human Resources pre-employment and onboarding processes for employees.
Ordering, monitoring results of, and verifying vaccinations for pre-employment testing.
Performing TB assessment upon hire and coordinating with new employees to complete TB acknowledgement form.
Coordinating annual Influenza vaccinations clinics for employees.
Providing needed employee health information for re-credentialing.
Providing guidance for employees on health-related issues as needed.
Performing annual FIT/N95 testing.
Educating employees during orientation as required to be following OSHA directives.
Performing annual Environment of Care (EOC) rounds.
Conducting annual sharps assessment in conjunction with clinical leaders, maintaining documentation.
Performing other duties as assigned or requested.
Promoting the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Serving as the point of contact for employee injuries.
Participation and reports presented to the Safety Committee.