Occupational Health Nurse - RN: 2nd Shift

Wayne Farms • Palestine, TX

5d

About The Position

The Occupational Health Nurse-RN provides focused nursing care for occupational illnesses and injuries at a poultry complex. The role assesses and treats workplace health concerns, administers post-offer drug and alcohol testing, reviews medical histories and required forms, and maintains OSHA and Workers’ Compensation records in accordance with federal, state, and company requirements. The nurse uses an electronic medical record to document clinical care and case-management activity, supports timely resolution of workers’ compensation claims, and helps manage medical costs through early identification, treatment, and follow-up.

The position also supports site safety and ergonomics, including hazard prevention, injury trend analysis, ergonomic initiatives, and administration of the Ergonomics Job Measurement System. Additional program responsibilities include respiratory protection, first responder, and blood-borne pathogen programs. The nurse develops wellness initiatives, conducts safety and medical new-hire orientation, educates employees on prevention and wellness, maintains medical supplies, assists with accident investigations, and communicates with medical, legal, and insurance personnel. This is an individual contributor role with no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Current, active, and unrestricted state Registered Nurse license.
• At least three years of nursing experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA standards and recordkeeping requirements.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to interact with internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to keep sensitive information confidential and handle critical situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong organizational skills and precise attention to detail.
• Strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level, and sense of urgency.
• Ability to work unusual shifts, including holidays, weekends, and extended hours, as needed.
• Ability to move about facilities in hot, dusty, cold, humid, and noisy environments as needed.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.
• Follow required company safety policies and wear protective equipment in designated areas.

Nice To Haves

• Occupational health experience.
• Multilingual ability.
• Experience with workers’ compensation administration and case management within a manufacturing plant.

Responsibilities

• Review post-offer medical histories with employees, assess concerns, and recommend referrals according to established protocols.
• Administer drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies, including post-offer drug screens.
• Provide first aid, nursing, or emergency care for workplace injuries and illnesses within the RN scope of practice and applicable guidelines, directives, and protocols; consult with occupational health managers and refer cases to a higher level of care when indicated.
• Support medical cost management through early identification, treatment, and follow-up care for injuries and illnesses.
• Partner with workers’ compensation adjusters, case managers, and providers to help resolve related claims in a timely manner.
• Use an electronic medical record to document interactions, clinical care, and case-management activities and maintain injury, OSHA, and workers’ compensation records.
• Serve on the Safety and Ergonomics committee, support site safety and ergonomics, and help recognize and prevent workplace hazards.
• Develop wellness initiatives and programs aligned with company goals and direction.
• Lead ergonomics initiatives, analyze injury data, identify trends, implement improvement efforts, and manage the Ergonomics Job Measurement System.
• Manage employee respiratory protection, first responder, and blood-borne pathogen programs.
• Conduct safety and medical-related new-hire orientation.
• Advise, coach, and educate employees on preventive health and wellness.
• Maintain adequate facility medical supplies and order supplies as needed.
• Assist with accident investigations.
• Communicate with medical, legal, and insurance personnel and represent the site in workers’ compensation litigation proceedings.
• Consult with the Corporate/Regional Occupational Health Manager or Plant Nurse-RN(s) as required.
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.
• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs and wear required protective equipment where mandatory.

What This Job Offers

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