Nursing (Occupational Health)

Army National Guard Units•Augusta, ME

About The Position

This National Guard Title 5 excepted service position is part of the ME MEDCOM, National Guard, and is located at Joint Force Headquarters - State (JFHQ-ST), Special Staff, and the Office of the State Surgeon. The position manages a comprehensive Occupational Health Program for the state and serves as the Occupational Health Nurse consultant and principal advisor to the Adjutant General on occupational health initiatives. It plans, develops, and analyzes occupational health nursing services provided to National Guard personnel throughout the state. The position provides occupational health expertise and oversight for military and civilian personnel, including those potentially exposed to chemical, biological, or radiological hazards. It evaluates and administers occupational health programs across field operations, garrison, industrial, and administrative settings; manages medical case management for civilian employees with work-related illness or injury; and develops health education, training, and counseling services. The role coordinates with state, National Guard Bureau, federal, and other organizations, and uses relevant Department of Defense information systems and occupational health resources.

Requirements

At least 12 months of experience in one of the medical service core functions: health facilities, health plan management, medical resources, health care information, management and information technology, medical logistics, or medical readiness.
At least 12 months of experience, education, or training providing working knowledge of occupational health care delivery system management.
Experience planning and executing state occupational health and industrial hygiene programs.
Experience analyzing complex health system problems and recommending solutions.
Working knowledge of occupational health care delivery system missions, organizations, programs, and requirements.
Experience briefing senior leaders on occupational health-related subjects.
Comprehensive knowledge of workplace health hazards and preventive measures, including establishing evaluation methods, providing consultative services, and developing programs.
Ability to administer occupational health programs in military settings, ensure regulatory compliance, and communicate occupational health procedures and practices to preventive medicine staff and line personnel.
Experience planning, organizing, directing, budgeting, coordinating, and evaluating operations, work processes, human-machine interactions, and environmental conditions affecting personnel health and efficiency.
Experience conducting or participating in multidisciplinary investigations of biological and toxicological effects of chemicals, toxicants, and other potentially hazardous materials.
Knowledge of applicable regulatory guidelines, including OSHA, FECA, JCAHO, the Code of Federal Regulations, and EPA requirements.
Working knowledge of workers’ compensation principles, rules, laws, regulations, and precedent decisions, including identifying program deficiencies and recommending management actions.
Working knowledge of FECA sufficient to discuss employees’ medical conditions with medical personnel and assess claim validity and ability to return to work.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with federal, state, and private occupational health professionals, commanders, supervisors, and workers.
Skill in using automated systems and technology, including MODS and DOEHRS.
Experience mentoring, leading, and managing people and occupational health business, including training, directing, and assigning work.
Demonstrated ability to supervise business tasks and motivate and inspire personnel.
Working knowledge of equal employment and affirmative action programs.
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
Meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
Participate in direct deposit.
Meet one of the stated education or certification pathways and provide transcripts or other documentation to substantiate educational qualifications.
If applicable, meet Military Selective Service registration requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience in occupational health services management, hospital administration and practice, contractual and accounting fundamentals, quality management, human resource management, or biometrics.
Knowledge of occupational health standards of practice, preventive medicine concepts, medical executive skills and competencies, and contingency plans.
A master's degree or equivalent in public health and one year of graduate medical education in a clinical specialty at a hospital acceptable to the Surgeon General, HQ Army, or HQ Air Force is strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

Establish, manage, and maintain a comprehensive state Occupational Health Program.
Plan, develop, analyze, and review occupational health nursing services and program requirements, and assess their effects on National Guard personnel and public health.
Formulate, analyze, revise, and implement program policies, procedures, and practices in accordance with applicable laws and Department of Defense guidance.
Serve as the technical expert and advisor on occupational health matters to the Adjutant General, commanders, the Chief of Staff, and other staff elements.
Advise the Adjutant General on protecting National Guard personnel from workplace health hazards.
Act as a liaison among state, National Guard Bureau, federal, and other organizations concerning occupational health programs and services.
Support personnel fitness for work and appropriate medical care and rehabilitation following occupational illness or injury; help reduce economic loss and protect military readiness; and review and manage workers’ compensation and line-of-duty costs.
Advise the Civil Support Team, CBRNE Enhanced Force Readiness Package commanders, and the Radiation Safety Program on occupational health matters.
Provide occupational health support and oversight to personnel exposed or potentially exposed to chemical, biological, or radiological hazards.
Evaluate and administer occupational health programs, services, and capabilities in field, garrison, industrial, and administrative work environments.
Use occupational health information systems and resources, including DOEHRS, MODS, DoD Occupational Health Program Resource Models, and OHMIS.
Manage the occupational health case management program for civilian employees with occupational injuries or illnesses, coordinating with the Department of Labor, National Guard Bureau workers’ compensation liaison, and Human Resources director.
Develop and maintain a health education and counseling program, including requirements and goals for health education, training, and counseling services.
Mentor, lead, and manage personnel and occupational health business activities, including training, directing, and assigning tasks and projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.