Occupational Health Nurse- 2nd Shift

Wayne Farms•Decatur, AL

23d

About The Position

The Occupational Health Nurse (RN) provides focused nursing care by assessing and treating occupational illnesses and injuries within a poultry complex. The role maintains Federal, State, and company records for OSHA and Workers’ Compensation, completes post-offer drug screening, and reviews medical histories and other required forms. This is an individual contributor role with no supervisory responsibilities. The nurse provides workplace first aid and nursing or emergency care within the RN scope of practice and applicable occupational health guidelines, medical directives, and protocols. The role supports injury prevention and employee wellness, manages safety-related health programs, and collaborates with workers’ compensation and medical stakeholders. The nurse also maintains accurate electronic medical records and supports facility safety and ergonomics efforts. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Work may include unusual shifts, holidays, weekends, and extended hours as needed. The role requires movement through facility areas that may be hot, dusty, cold, humid, or noisy, and occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds. Required protective equipment must be worn where mandatory.

Requirements

Registered Nurse with a current, active, unrestricted state 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 maintain confidentiality of sensitive information 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 strong sense of urgency.
Ability to work unusual shifts, holidays, weekends, and extended hours as needed.
Ability to move about facilities in hot or dusty, cold or humid, and noisy environments as needed.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to wear required protective equipment in areas where mandatory.

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 according to company policies, including post-offer drug screens.
Provide first aid, nursing, and 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 for higher-level 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 providers to resolve claims involving injured employees in a timely manner.
Use the electronic medical record to document interactions, clinical care, and case-management activities and maintain accurate injury, OSHA, and workers’ compensation records.
Serve on the Safety and Ergonomics Committee, support site safety and ergonomics functions, and provide leadership in recognizing and preventing 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 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 in areas where it is mandatory.