Occupational Health Nurse

Campbell's • Downers Grove, IL

1d • $71,900 - $98,900

About The Position

The Occupational Health Nurse integrates employee health services with workplace safety programs to support employee well-being and reduce operational risk. The role serves as a resource and advocate for employees and the company by promoting health, safety, and well-being across the organization.

The nurse assesses and treats or refers occupational and emergent non-occupational injuries and illnesses; conducts medical surveillance and licensing exams; administers occupational medical policies and the plant Drug and Alcohol Testing Program; and coordinates modified-duty assignments and return-to-work support. The position maintains medical equipment and supplies, stays current with relevant laws and professional requirements, and applies Workers’ Compensation regulations and case-management practices.

Working with site leadership and health and safety partners, the nurse helps identify and mitigate workplace risks, supports investigations and prevention efforts, analyzes health and safety data, and delivers safety training. The role also implements wellness programs, connects employees with company resources such as the Employee Assistance Program, and maintains accurate, confidential documentation and positive employee relations.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with an associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Current AHA or Red Cross CPR/AED certification.
• At least five years of nursing experience in an occupational health or emergency room setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound judgment and ability to manage crisis situations.
• Knowledge of state Workers’ Compensation law, OSHA requirements, and other occupational health regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Additional certification in areas such as spirometry, audiometry, OSHA 30, environmental compliance, and/or drug and alcohol test collection.

Responsibilities

• Assess, conservatively treat, refer when appropriate, and document occupational and emergent non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Perform medical surveillance and licensing exams, including pre-employment, fitness-for-duty, powered industrial equipment, DOT physicals, and OSHA-required exams.
• Administer occupational medical program policies in alignment with company health services policies.
• Maintain Medical Department equipment and supplies while operating within budget guidelines.
• Administer the plant’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
• Coordinate modified or light-duty assignments that match injured employees’ physical capabilities and support rehabilitation and timely return to work.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable occupational health and workplace safety laws, regulations, best practices, and required professional licensure and certifications.
• Partner with site leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace health and safety risks and integrate programs into site management systems.
• Support incident investigations, root cause analyses, corrective actions, prevention strategies, risk assessments, and business planning activities.
• Analyze health and safety data to identify trends, measure performance, and inform strategic decisions.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver safety training to strengthen awareness, engagement, regulatory compliance, and site safety culture.
• Implement company-provided wellness programs and develop site-specific initiatives based on employee health risks and demographics.
• Connect employees with Campbell’s resources, including the Employee Assistance Program, through promotions, education, consultations, and referrals.
• Maintain high ethical standards, positive employee relations, accurate documentation, and strict confidentiality while delivering medical care and counsel.
• Apply Workers’ Compensation regulations and case-management practices to support compliance, reduce recovery time and cost, and improve return-to-work outcomes.
• Use clinical judgment and communication skills to manage stressful situations, complete assessments, and provide or recommend appropriate care.
• Collaborate with site EHS leadership, facility leadership, supervisors, cross-functional teams, healthcare professionals, and third-party providers to promote employee health, wellness, case management, and workplace safety.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, short- and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance, available beginning on day one.
• Matching 401(k) plan with enrollment on the first day of employment and immediate vesting.
• Unlimited sick time, paid time off, and holiday pay.
• Free fitness center access for employees at WHQ.
• Access to on-site day care at WHQ and a company store.
• Campbell’s Cares matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree