Recruiting RN

Lincare•Clearwater, FL

8h•Remote

About The Position

The Recruiting RN is generally responsible for the pre-employment physical review and processing for required positions. Performs physical reviews in a timely and professional manner, provides oversight of TB and Fit Testing, and assists in triaging and managing work-related injuries and illnesses with the Case Management Team.

Requirements

Registered Nurse, Required
2+ years as an RN with clinical capacity, Required
OSHA Recordable criteria and industrial health standards
Possess strong analytical and critical thinking to make intelligent, informed decisions about the health and safety of employees and their organizations
Excellent human relations to collect important data from workers, supervisors, doctors/providers, and clinic staff
occupational health, pre-employment, and routine testing (physicals, fit testing, TB)
communicate supportively and compassionately with injured workers
timely analyze the injury or illness to develop next steps in case management
Strong leadership to instill confidence and trust with injured workers
Must be computer literate
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure
Must be a clinician authorized within scope of practice (as established by applicable state law or if none, by the applicable national board)

Nice To Haves

Compact License, Preferred

Responsibilities

Assesses physicals and provides recommendations on the hiring of new employees
Clarifies and follows up with clinicians after reviewing physicals
Obtains clearance from treating provider when warranted
Performs complete and professional assessments in accordance with Lincare policies and procedures
Maintains and establishes relationships with various Occupational Health Clinics throughout the US
Follows applicable policies and procedures of the Safety & Regulatory Manual regarding General Safety, OSHA (including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment), DOT (driving safety), FDA, and Emergency Planning
Facilitates and utilizes clinical portals when available
Collaborates with multiple departments to streamline hiring process
Maintains employee pre-employment physicals in complete and organized manner in compliance with accreditation standards
Assists management with work related injuries
Ability to remotely triage workers following an injury
Evaluates all injuries and illnesses in an efficient and professional manner within the scope of practice and consistent with clinical nursing guidelines
Ability to communicate treatment options with workers based on the severity of the injury
Assists departments with identifying, evaluating, implementing, accommodating, and return-to-work options for workers with restricted duty
Coordinates case management of work-related injuries by managing all cases to facilitate productivity, ensuring appropriate care and return to work
Works low volume on-call evenings and weekends on an as scheduled basis
Must respond in a timely manner