Registered Nurse (RN) - Employee Health (Hybrid) (Hudson Valley, NY)

About the position

Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative, and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia, and Westchester County. Sun River Health is looking for a full-time RN in Employee Health to join our team for a hybrid opportunity in the Hudson Valley.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pre-employment physical examinations and screenings, including medical assessments (medical history, modified physical exam, blood pressure, and pulse check), pre-employment questionnaires, PPD, titers, and immunizations (Hepatitis B, Influenza, and Tetanus).
• Maintain employees' medical records and chart nursing observations, vital signs, reactions to tests, such as PPD results and in-house testing, and other relevant information.
• Plan, implement, and conduct the annual Influenza Program while coordinating tracking for flu mask regulations.
• Plan, implement, and administer vaccine programs as directed by APIC, OSHA, CDC, and other regulatory agencies, including Tetanus, MMR, and Hepatitis B.
• Act as a liaison for Human Resources during initial assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory health requirements.
• Coordinate occupational exposure treatment and facilitate adherence to appropriate PEP protocols.
• Assist in implementing infection prevention strategies and training; serve on the Infection Control Committee.
• Aid in Quality Assurance monitoring; identify quality issues and opportunities to enhance employee health services.
• Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development and educational programs.
• Interview employees to obtain health histories, including current complaints and past and present medication use, utilizing patient identifiers; document employees' charts (which must be time-stamped and/or initialed).
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Initiate follow-ups as necessary; instruct employee on healthcare issues as indicated by the physician's diagnosis and/or employee inquiries.
• Coordinates and conducts respiratory fit testing on employees who have patient contact.
• Help orient new staff by demonstrating professionalism, offering constructive feedback, and acting as a preceptor and resource.
• Serve as a liaison between employees, physicians, and workers' compensation case managers for return-to-work evaluations.
• Perform post-exposure follow-ups, including testing, treatment coordination, and documentation.
• Oversee injury reporting and follow-ups for work-related incidents in collaboration with HR and Risk Management.
• Monitor employee health compliance with vaccinations (flu, COVID-19, Hepatitis B, etc.) and annual TB screenings.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee health records in accordance with OSHA, CDC, and hospital policies.
• Provide employee health education on workplace safety, infection control, and injury prevention.

Requirements

• Minimum Education Requirement: Associate degree
• Valid Driver's License
• Minimum Work-Related Experience: 1 - 4 years of experience
• Minimum Requirement for Licensure/ Certification/Registration: Registered Nurse - NYS
• CPR Certification
• Infection Control Certification

Nice-to-haves

• Preferred Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Life and Disability Coverage: Financial protection for you and your loved ones in case of unforeseen circumstances.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for your future with our retirement savings options.
• Commuter and Transit Benefits: Assistance with your daily commute to make your journey to work easier.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential support and resources for personal and work-related issues.
• Employee Discount Program: Enjoy discounts on various products and services as a valued member of our team.