1St Shift Nurse- Rn/Lpn/Emt

JBS Foods•Ottumwa, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The 1st Shift Nurse (EMT/Paramedic/LPN/RN) provides occupational health services at the company’s Ottumwa, Iowa pork division location. The position responds to medical emergencies on company property, administers first aid or other medical assistance, advises employees about further treatment, and may dispense non-prescription medication. It also supports screening, hearing conservation, health-record maintenance, and coordination of occupational health documentation and procedures. The role works 40 or more hours per week, including Saturdays, and requires flexibility to work different hours and shifts as needed. A state-issued EMT, LPN, or RN license and a high school diploma or equivalent are required. One year of experience in an emergency room, occupational health clinic, or other ambulatory care clinic is preferred but not required. CAOHC hearing conservation training and bilingual speaking ability are also preferred. The position is not eligible for sponsorship of external candidates.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
State-issued EMT, LPN, or RN license.
CPR certification.
Knowledge of and experience with electronic medical records.
Ability to work 40 or more hours per week, including Saturdays, and flexibility to work different hours and shifts as needed.
Ability to react effectively and comfortably in medical emergency situations.
Familiarity with musculoskeletal disorders and their treatment.
Good attendance record; internal candidates must have fewer than 3 points.

Nice To Haves

CAOHC hearing conservation training.
Bilingual speaking ability.
One year of experience in an emergency room, occupational health clinic, or other ambulatory care clinic; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Respond to medical emergencies on company property and administer first aid or medical assistance.
Advise injured or ill personnel about additional medical treatment and dispense non-prescription medication.
Safely dispose of hazardous materials such as bandages and needles.
Maintain an adequate inventory of medical supplies and obtain replacements or new emergency equipment as needed.
Perform audiometric testing, establish baseline data, and conduct annual follow-up testing.
Assist with the hearing conservation program and ensure protective equipment is appropriate and properly used.
Prepare accident reports in coordination with supervisors and maintain records of personnel treated.
Maintain OSHA records concerning reportable illnesses and injuries.
Perform pre-employment health and drug screening.
Review physician reports, workers’ compensation claims, employee work restrictions, and medical department policies and procedures.
Perform screening examinations, including vision, audiometry, and spirometry, and refer abnormal or questionable findings to the occupational health manager.
Assist with obtaining health histories and refer employees to the appropriate individual as needed.
Maintain a nursing recordkeeping system that meets legal requirements and assure confidentiality.