1St Shift Nurse- Rn/Lpn/Emt

Jbs Usa•Ottumwa, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

JBS USA is hiring a first-shift medical professional for its Pork division in Ottumwa, Iowa. The role responds to medical emergencies on company property and provides first aid or other medical assistance. It advises employees about further treatment, may dispense non-prescription medication, and safely disposes of hazardous medical materials. The position maintains medical supplies and equipment, conducts audiometric and other screening examinations, and supports the hearing conservation program. It prepares accident reports, keeps treatment and nursing records, maintains OSHA records for reportable illnesses and injuries, and performs pre-employment health and drug screening. The role also reviews physician reports, workers’ compensation claims, work restrictions, and medical department policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
A state-issued EMT, LPN, or RN license.
CPR certification.
Knowledge and experience with electronic medical records.
Ability to work 40 or more hours per week, including Saturdays.
Flexibility to work different hours and shifts as needed.
Ability to react effectively in medical emergency situations.
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.
Familiarity with musculoskeletal disorders and their treatment.

Responsibilities

Respond to medical emergencies on company property and administer first aid or other 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 appropriate medical supplies and obtain replacements for old or needed emergency equipment.
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 screenings.
Review physician reports, workers’ compensation claims, employee work restrictions, and medical department policies and procedures.
Perform vision, audiometry, and spirometry screening examinations; refer abnormal or questionable findings to the Occupational Health Manager.
Assist with obtaining health histories and refer employees to appropriate individuals as needed.
Maintain a nursing recordkeeping system that meets legal requirements and assure confidentiality.