Occupational Employee Health RN

Baptist Health • Jacksonville, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The RN - Occupational/Employee Health shall be responsible to perform new and annual health screenings and follow-up of work related illnesses and injuries. The RN will ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, both federal and state. This individual will collaborate with Infection Control. Additionally, the RN will ensure a safe working environment. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Requirements

• Degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum 3-5 years hospital based experience required.
• Active RN license required.
• BLS required.
• Must be able to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to cope with stressful situations.
• Requires sitting and mobility with stooping bending kneeling and crouching.
• Frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action.
• Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 70 pounds.
• Continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person.
• Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range.
• Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• Minimal noise levels.
• Much exposure to computer work.
• Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock.
• Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks.
• Some exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Occasional exposure to radiation.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Prior experience in Occupational Health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform new and annual health screenings.
• Follow-up of work related illnesses and injuries.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, both federal and state.
• Collaborate with Infection Control.
• Ensure a safe working environment.
• Assess and treat minor injuries / illnesses and counsel employees, volunteers, students on safety and health issues.
• Travel between hospital locations and travel to seminars when required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level