Occupational Health Specialist-RN

Allina Health System • Coon Rapids, MN

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system serving individuals, families, and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. The Occupational Health Specialist-RN provides Employee Occupational Health program support for Allina Health staff, incorporating high reliability principles and tools. The role supports staff following work-related physical or emotional harm, communicable disease exposure or illness, and workplace accommodation needs. The occupational health nurse serves as a case manager and collaborates with Allina Health staff, leaders, and support departments. The position also participates in staff well-being and illness and injury prevention initiatives.

This is a 1.0 FTE position, working 80 hours per two-week pay period, on an 8-hour weekday day shift, typically 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The primary location is Mercy in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. Remote work may be possible one day per week based on staffing needs. There are no weekends, though occasional floating may be needed. Mileage reimbursement is available when travel mileage exceeds the distance to the home site.

The role requires an associate's or vocational degree in nursing and 2 to 5 years of nursing experience. A Minnesota Registered Nurse license is required upon hire, and a Wisconsin Registered Nurse license is required within two months of hire. Candidates must also meet one of the specified BLS certification or training requirements.

Requirements

• Associate's or vocational degree in Nursing.
• 2 to 5 years of nursing experience.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in Minnesota, required upon hire.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in Wisconsin, required within 2 months of hire.
• Meet at least one of the following: current BLS certification from the American Heart Association; current BLS certification from the American Red Cross; or 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 experience in occupational health.
• 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 employees for ongoing medical care and return-to-work support in accordance with Employee Occupational Health guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Serve as primary case manager and liaison for health care workers requiring 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 in pandemic or medical outbreak situations.
• Complete new-hire health screen assessments to verify immunization compliance and medical readiness for employment.
• Guide Allina Health in meeting 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 coverage.
• Paid time off and time away.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 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 resources, including well-being dollars, dedicated 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