Licensed Practical Nurse

ProgressiveHealth Career • Canton, MS

49d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you an energetic and results-driven Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking to make a positive impact on workplace safety and health? Join our team and support our on-site occupational health and wellness services in a large manufacturing facility in Smyrna, TN. Now hiring for a full time day shift opportunity! What will you be doing in this role? Providing first aid treatment as appropriate to employees for both work and non-work-related injuries or illnesses Providing early intervention / ergonomic support to aid with the reduction of worker discomforts Performing pre-placement physical examinations including drug screens, hearing, and FIT testing Administering prevention measures such as flu shot clinics, vaccines, heat stress management, etc Supporting case management process Providing health advice, education, and support for chronic disease management Leading or participating in wellness activities such as health fairs and blood pressure checks Keeping accurate, detailed documentation related to injury reports and treatment notes Supporting safety team, as needed Teach BLS to staff and Client employees from selected areas Other duties, as assigned This does not necessarily list all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, the company reserves the right to review and modify the functions, duties and requirements of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as circumstances or business needs require.

Requirements

• Active LPN licensure or ability to obtain licensure
• CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain it prior to start of employment; maintain and provide proof of current certification(s)
• BLS Instructor Certification or a willingness to attend an Instructor Class.
• The ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout entire assigned shift
• A high degree of professionalism in both written and verbal communication
• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment, without constant supervision
• Be able to maintain confidentiality
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with databases and with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Eligibility to Work: This position requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring current or future sponsorship for an employment visa (e.g., H-1B, OPT, etc.).

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations, preferred
• Previous occupational health experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Providing first aid treatment as appropriate to employees for both work and non-work-related injuries or illnesses
• Providing early intervention / ergonomic support to aid with the reduction of worker discomforts
• Performing pre-placement physical examinations including drug screens, hearing, and FIT testing
• Administering prevention measures such as flu shot clinics, vaccines, heat stress management, etc
• Supporting case management process
• Providing health advice, education, and support for chronic disease management
• Leading or participating in wellness activities such as health fairs and blood pressure checks
• Keeping accurate, detailed documentation related to injury reports and treatment notes
• Supporting safety team, as needed
• Teach BLS to staff and Client employees from selected areas
• Other duties, as assigned

Benefits

• Opportunity for important work/life balance
• Paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
• A robust benefits package: medical (HSA/FSA availability), dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options
• Health improvement plan opportunities to lower premium costs
• Company-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) & ROTH 401(k) savings plans + company match with auto-enrollment after probationary period
• Continuing education assistance
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed