Occupational Health Nurse

Marriott•Naples, FL

6h•$89,000 - $121,000

About The Position

The Occupational Health Nurse directs the health services unit in hotels and contributes to clinical care, case management, workplace safety, health promotion and disease prevention, and administration of health-related benefits. The nurse advises the accident prevention committee, manages workers’ compensation cases, and assists with accident investigations. The role provides care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses within the applicable State Nurse Practice Act, coordinates occupational case management and return-to-work programs, contributes to worksite health and safety compliance, and supports associate health services, disability management, and budget development. It also plans and evaluates health promotion programs and maintains professional expertise, licensure, confidentiality, and ethical practice. The position is with The Ritz-Carlton, part of Marriott International. The company describes its hospitality culture as focused on exceptional service, its Gold Standards, and an inclusive, equal-opportunity workplace.

Requirements

At least five years of experience as an occupational health nurse in an autonomous setting.
In-depth knowledge and recent experience with workers’ compensation state regulations and case management, primary clinical care, and state and federal health and safety regulations.
In-depth knowledge and recent experience with local healthcare resources, safety awareness and prevention activities, health promotion program implementation, health-related benefits administration (FMLA, ADA, STD, LTD, EAP, ARL), medical records systems, and budget responsibilities.
Registered Nurse license in the state of hire.
Maintain continuing education credits according to state licensure requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a related field strongly preferred.
Certified Occupational Health Nurse certification, or certification in a related field, preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct the hotel health services unit and contribute to clinical care, case management, workplace safety, health promotion, disease prevention, and benefit administration.
Advise the accident prevention committee, manage workers’ compensation cases, and assist with accident investigations.
Plan, implement, and evaluate care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses within the State Nurse Practice Act.
Provide culturally appropriate care and identify healthcare resources, benefit options, and disability-related resources.
Maintain accurate and complete medical records and use clinical protocols and practice guidelines.
Maintain a clinical oversight relationship with a local medical doctor.
Assess associates’ case-management needs and coordinate appropriate, quality, cost-efficient treatment.
Consult with multidisciplinary teams on complex cases and communicate case status and plans to relevant parties, including Marriott Claims Services.
Implement early return-to-work and transitional-duty programs and use iVOS to communicate with the claims team.
Contribute to worksite health and safety regulatory compliance and maintain appropriate documentation.
Review accident reports, OSHA Logs, safety inspections, exposure monitoring reports, and Job Safety Analysis data to conduct risk assessments.
Participate in the Health and/or Safety Committee and partner with Global Safety and Security leadership.
Contribute to the associate health services budget and liaise with benefit plans, healthcare providers, and managed care organizations.
Collaborate with Human Resources on disability management.
Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate health promotion programs using methods such as teaching, health fairs, seminars, newsletters, and contests.
Maintain and expand knowledge in nursing practice and occupational health; maintain licensure and relevant professional memberships and pursue appropriate academic qualifications and certifications.
Monitor laws and regulations affecting practice and maintain professional conduct, confidentiality, and ethical standards, including using the AAOHN Code of Ethics.
Prepare activity reports at least quarterly and submit them to the Area Director and Director of Occupational Health Services.
Act as a role model for other occupational health professionals.