APP- Occupational Medicine

Saint Francis Healthcare System • Cape Girardeau, MO

26d • Onsite

About The Position

The occupation medicine APP will be responsible for evaluating and treating work-related injuries and illnesses (acute and chronic), performing pre-employment physicals and fitness-for-duty exams and developing and implementing workplace health and safety programs.

Requirements

• Graduate from accredited school of nursing and successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner Program
• Current license as a Registered Nurse and an Advanced Practice Nurse by the State of Missouri
• BLS Certification
• DOT Certification or ability to obtain
• Three years' experience as an advanced practice provider.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe working environment
• Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, physicians, staff and the public
• Ability to maintain quality control standards and maintain calm and effective reactions during emergency situations
• Ability to communicate clearly, as well as understanding and responding to detailed oral and written instructions
• Ability to learn and efficiency utilize diagnostic equipment, electronic systems for ordering, medical records and other common computer programs

Nice To Haves

• Occupational Medicine experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat work-related injuries and illnesses (acute and chronic)
• Provide first aid and emergency care for workplace incidents
• Conduct follow-up visits for injured employees
• Manage return-to-work plans
• Prescribe medications and therapies as appropriate
• Perform pre-employment physicals and fit ness-for-duty exams
• Conduct DOT physicals (if certified)
• Complete periodic occupational health screenings (e.g., hypertension, diabetes)
• Monitor employees returning to work after illness or injury
• Develop and implement workplace health and safety programs
• Coordinate immunization clinics (flu shots, hepatitis vaccines)
• Lead health promotion activities (nutrition, fitness, mental health)
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and occupational health regulations
• Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records
• Assist with workers’ compensation case management
• Liaise with employers, insurers, and safety officers
• Advise management on health and safety policies
• Work with multidisciplinary teams (physicians, safety specialists, HR)
• Perform environmental health checks and recommend improvement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees