Occupational Health Specialist-RN

Allina Health • Slaton, TX

9d • $40 - $55 • Hybrid

About The Position

Allina Health is seeking an Occupational Health Specialist-RN to provide Employee Occupational Health program support for Allina Health staff. The role incorporates high reliability principles and tools and supports staff following work-related physical or emotional harm, communicable disease exposure or illness, and workplace accommodation needs. The occupational health nurse acts as a case manager and collaborates with Allina Health staff, leaders, and support departments. The position also participates in well-being and illness and injury prevention initiatives.

This is a 1.0 FTE position, working an eight-hour day shift Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with no weekends. The primary location is Mercy in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. Remote work may be possible one day per week depending on staffing needs, and occasional floating may be required. Mileage reimbursement is available when travel mileage exceeds the distance to the Mercy home site.

Requirements

• Associate's or vocational degree in Nursing.
• 2 to 5 years of nursing experience.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credential from the Minnesota Board of Nursing required upon hire.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credential from the Wisconsin Department of Safety & Professional Services required within two months of hire.
• Must have current BLS certification from the American Heart Association, current BLS certification from the American Red Cross, or complete Allina in-house BLS training within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• Master's degree in Public Health or Occupational Health.
• 0 to 2 years of occupational health experience.
• Experience in employee occupational health, case management, urgent care, a clinic, or an Emergency Department.

Responsibilities

• Assess, triage, and provide first aid treatment and education for workplace injuries and illnesses through on-site and remote means.
• Refer staff for ongoing medical care and return-to-work services in accordance with Employee Occupational Health guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Serve as primary case manager and liaison for health care workers who need workers’ compensation, job accommodation, or other illness or disability resources.
• Maintain occupational health documentation and submit Workers’ Compensation claims when applicable.
• Consult with providers and others as needed.
• Promote and educate staff and leaders on employee occupational health topics, including infection control, well-being, employee safety, and personal protective equipment related to pandemic or medical outbreak events.
• Complete new-hire health screen assessments to verify compliance with immunization requirements and medical readiness for employment.
• Provide guidance to help Allina Health meet standards of regulatory bodies, including Minnesota OSHA, local and state public health agencies, and the Department of Labor.
• Promote a safety culture by administering immunizations to new hires and current staff.
• Organize and assist with regulatory medical surveillance programs.
• Participate in process improvement and program development work groups and efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits.
• PTO/time away.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable.
• Student loan support benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Well-being dollars, well-being navigators, programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching, and tools.

What This Job Offers

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