Overnight Occupational Health Nurse - RN

Harrison Poultry Inc. • Bethlehem, GA

55d • Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Health Nurse (RN; highly qualified LPNs will also be considered) provides focused nursing care by assessing and treating occupational illnesses and injuries within a poultry complex. The role maintains federal, state, and company OSHA and workers’ compensation records, completes post-offer drug screening, and reviews medical histories and other required forms.

The nurse delivers workplace first aid and nursing or emergency care within the applicable scope of practice and established occupational health guidelines, directives, and protocols. The position also supports injury prevention, wellness, ergonomics, safety programs, workers’ compensation case management, and accurate electronic medical record documentation. This is an individual contributor role with no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Current, active, unrestricted state Registered Nurse license; highly qualified LPNs with strong work experience will also be considered.
• 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 maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and handle critical situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with excellent organizational skills and precise attention to detail.
• Strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level, and strong sense of urgency.
• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.
• Wear required protective equipment in areas where it is mandatory.
• Ability to work unusual shifts, including holidays, weekends, and extended shifts, as needed.
• Ability to move around facilities in hot, dusty, cold, humid, and noisy environments as needed.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Occupational health experience.
• Multilingual communication skills.
• Experience in 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 under 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 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 nursing care for injuries and illnesses.
• Partner with workers’ compensation adjusters, case managers, and care providers to resolve claims for work-related injuries and illnesses in a timely manner.
• Use the electronic medical record to maintain accurate injury, OSHA, and workers’ compensation records and document interactions, clinical care, and case-management activities promptly.
• Serve on the Safety and Ergonomics Committee, support safety and ergonomic functions, 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 improvements, and manage the Ergonomics Job Measurement System.
• Manage employee respiratory protection, first responder, and blood-borne pathogen programs.
• Conduct new-hire orientation related to safety and medical matters.
• 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-RNs as required.
• Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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