Registered Nurse (RN) - Associate Health - Lourdes Hospital - PRN

Mercy Health • Paducah, KY

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About The Position

The Associate Health RN provides services for associates according to BSMH policies and procedures, professional standards, federal regulations, and CDC recommendations. Services include pre-employment follow-up, associate immunization programs, respiratory protection, communicable disease screening, and exposure management. The RN collaborates with Human Resources partners, people managers, Infection Prevention, and Quality & Safety to support program success.

The position also maintains associate health records and contributes to surveillance, testing, immunization, leave-related coordination, and committee activities to improve associate health and safety. The RN ensures the EMR is updated appropriately.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Registered Nurse license in the state where practicing.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• A minimum of 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Familiarity with HR legal and compliance laws, including OSHA, ADA, EEOC, and FMLA.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to analyze data or information and understand required follow-up.
• Proficiency in respiratory protection programs and testing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Continuous Quality Improvement.
• Proficiency in Pure OHS (EMR).
• Knowledge of patient care and learning practices.
• Familiarity with applicable OSHA, state health department, CDC, and Joint Commission requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize duties, and work independently.
• Attention to detail, critical thinking, teamwork, active listening, collaboration and negotiation, adaptability, interpersonal skills, self-motivation, autonomy, problem-solving, customer service, leadership, relationship building, and flexibility.

Nice To Haves

• COHN, COHN-S, or COHN-CM certification.
• A minimum of 2 years of related occupational or associate health nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge of associate health regulations, recommendations, and accreditation standards applicable to BSMH facilities; assist managers and staff with compliance.
• Provide input on policies, procedures, guidelines, and protocols related to associate health services.
• Participate in surveillance activities to identify associate health risks.
• Conduct surveillance on associate health records, including records for new hires, and maintain records confidentially.
• Use the associate health information system to record and retrieve data and prepare requested reports.
• Collaborate with the Associate Health Medical Director and Infection Prevention to prevent communicable disease transmission between patients and staff.
• Collaborate with the Wellness team regarding referrals and consultations.
• Deliver direct services including immunizations, TB screening, color discrimination testing, respirator fit testing, and communicable and blood-borne exposure management.
• Organize testing and immunization programs, including Hepatitis B, influenza, and respirator fit testing.
• Collaborate with managers and Absence Management Specialists on leave-related needs, including FMLA, MLOA, PLOA, and ADA leave as an accommodation.
• Support compliance with and administration of the mandatory vaccination program.
• Provide pre-service volunteer TB screening and order TB laboratory tests.
• Participate in entity committees, including Infection Prevention, Environment of Care, and Quality, and provide data to trend associate risks and develop strategies to improve associate health and safety.
• Ensure the EMR is updated to reflect patient care as appropriate.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level