Occupational Health Nurse

Solar Turbines•San Diego, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Implements nursing activities for occupational health services and ensures compliance with occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

Accredited Registered Nurse (RN) degree, current state Registered Nurse (RN) license, and current CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)/First Aid certification
Knowledge of commonly used office hardware, software and equipment; ability to use the tools available at the desktop (for example: word processing, email, presentation software, and spreadsheets.)
Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Knowledge of the concepts, methods, tools and applications used in medical record management; ability to document, manage and maintain patient medical records following established processes and guidelines.
Knowledge of key business and clinical leadership concepts relevant to the healthcare function; ability to balance business needs with the needs of patients' and patient care priorities.
Knowledge of the techniques, roles, and responsibilities in assessing and diagnosing patients; ability to apply the knowledge appropriately assess and diagnose patients in to diverse situations.
Knowledge of medical devices and tools; ability to use medical devices and tools in order to evaluate and treat patients.
Knowledge of the policies and activities regarding nursing assessment and care; ability to assess patients' nursing care needs, develop and implement a nursing care plan, monitor progress and make adjustments as necessary.
Knowledge of regulations and standards regarding the occupational safety and health of employees working within an organization; ability to apply relevant regulations and standards to daily work activities.

Responsibilities

Provides on-site nursing care for employee safety in the workplace; investigates accidents and inspects any health or safety hazards.
Ensures the implementation of occupational health, safety, and environmental rules and regulations.
Provides health and safety awareness information to promote overall employee health in the workplace.
Assists in initiating and coordinating patient care plans for a client company.