Occupational Health Nurse
About The Position
The Occupational Health Nurse is part of the Safety, Health and Environmental team at INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA’s Chocolate Bayou Works site in Alvin, Texas. The position focuses on workplace safety and employee health, working with the Company and employees to promote safe working environments and ensure that employees with work-related injuries and illnesses receive appropriate care. The role contributes to employee safety and health and supports advancements in medical testing and procedures within the local organization. The nurse works closely with INEOS management to help meet health and safety standards and safeguard employee well-being. The incumbent works under the medical direction of the designated licensed site Medical Director and should be knowledgeable about workplace hazards, Safety, Health and Environmental procedures, medical and document-retention policies, and relevant regulations, including OSHA, HIPAA, FMLA and DOT. Responsibilities include conducting medical testing and examinations, providing clinical care and emergency support, managing medical records and injury or illness cases, overseeing the onsite clinic and Medical Technician, and leading employee wellness initiatives. After-hours on-call duties are required for injury care unless responsibility has been delegated to other medical support staff or a contractor. Cross-site program participation may require travel.
Requirements
- At least 7 years’ experience as a nurse practitioner in occupational health.
- Current Advanced Practice certification from AANP or ANCC.
- NIOSH Training.
- CAOHC Certification.
- DOT Drug Screening Certified.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Proficiency in medical databases.
- Knowledge of workplace hazards and Safety, Health and Environmental procedures.
- Knowledge of medical and document-retention policies and medical/safety regulations, including OSHA, HIPAA, FMLA and DOT.
- Proven problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work well with others as a team player.
- Flexibility and ability to work as a self-starter.
- Dependability and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and other medical professionals.
Nice To Haves
- American Board for Occupational Health Nurses certification is preferred.
- Graduate-level education in Occupational Health Nursing (OHN) is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate safety leadership by promoting the INEOS 20 Safety Principles.
- Perform medical tests, including pulmonary function tests, phlebotomy, cardiograms, audiograms and drug testing; calibrate equipment and maintain logs.
- Evaluate laboratory results for medical clearance, with Medical Director approval where required for medical surveillance programs.
- Screen new and prospective employees for ability to perform required job duties, including physical examinations and vision, hearing, drug and alcohol screening as appropriate.
- Assess and administer care for injuries and emergencies; provide clinical care, including for work-related conditions.
- Handle return-to-work releases and injuries and illnesses appropriately.
- Counsel employees on medical conditions in relation to their jobs and work requirements.
- Advise on disease-prevention programs, including smoking cessation, exercise and healthy eating.
- Dispense medical supplies as appropriate and maintain medical documentation.
- Administer vaccines, including flu and hepatitis vaccines.
- Work with Human Resources and asset managers on workers’ compensation and short-term disability cases.
- Provide medical direction to site EMS/EMTs as requested; review EMS run sheets and provide feedback to the Emergency and Security Supervisor.
- Work with the Emergency and Security Supervisor to provide medical direction for team education and training.
- Accept after-hours on-call duties for injury care, subject to the stated delegation arrangements and Medical Director direction.
- Participate in cross-site medical care program reviews and development; travel may be required.
- Conduct physical examinations for covered employees, including ERT and medical-surveillance employees.
- Educate the workforce on health promotion, illness and injury prevention, and protection from occupational and environmental hazards.
- Ensure medical procedures and records meet regulatory requirements; suggest procedural changes or other ways to improve workplace safety.
- Supervise the Medical Technician and oversee the day-to-day activities of the onsite clinic.
- Coordinate medical investigations into circumstances surrounding injuries or illnesses.
- Coordinate the Company’s medical-information response for workers’ compensation and medical disability claims.
- Serve as the gatekeeper for other health care services, including rehabilitation and disability matters.
- Lead the Wellness Committee in fostering an active and healthy lifestyle culture among employees.
- Coordinate with third-party vendors to provide preventative care services.
- Arrange and oversee the annual health fair, ensuring its effectiveness and relevance to employee wellness.
- Maintain accountability for the quality and maintenance of gym facilities, ensuring they meet employee needs and safety standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
