Registered Nurse (RN) - Associate Health - Mary Immaculate

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Portsmouth, VA

3d

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01 Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America) Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, No Weekends, No Holidays! The Associate Health RN provides services for associates according to BSMH policies and procedures, professional standards, federal regulations, and CDC recommendations. Services include but are not limited to pre-employment follow-up, associate immunization program, respiratory protection program, communicable disease screening and exposure management. The Associate Health RN works closely in collaboration and referral with Human Resources partners, people managers, Infection Prevention and Quality & Safety to ensure program success. Maintains current knowledge of associate health regulations, recommendations and accreditation standards applicable to BSMH facilities. Assist BSMH managers and staff with compliance. Provide input to policy/ procedures, guidelines, protocols related to associate health services. Participates in surveillance activities to identify associate health risks. Performs surveillance on associate health records, including new hires, maintaining them in a confidential manner. Utilizes associate health information system to record and retrieve associate health data and to prepare reports as directed and requested. Collaborates with: Associate Health Medical Director, Infection Prevention to prevent the spread of communicable disease between patients and staff, Wellness team for referrals and consultations. Participates in direct service delivery, including but not limited to immunizations, TB screening, color discrimination testing, respirator fit testing, communicable and blood borne exposure management. Organizes testing and immunization programs to include Hepatitis B, influenza and respirator fit testing. Collaborates with managers and Absence Management Specialists for needs related to leave of absence to include FMLA, MLOA, PLOA and ADA leave as accommodation. Mandatory vaccination program compliance and administration Provides pre-service volunteer TB screening and volunteer influenza immunizations. Actively participates in entity committees including but not limited to Infection Prevention, Environment of Care, and Quality and provide data for trending associate risks and strategies for improving associate's health and safety Ensures EMR is updated to reflect patient care as appropriate Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer. As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]. We believe your best is yet to come. At Bon Secours, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Nursing
• Registered Nurse in the state practicing
• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• A minimum of 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience
• Must be familiar with HR Legal & Compliance Law Knowledge (i.e. OSHA, ADA, EEOC, FMLA, etc.)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Analyzing data or information
• Proficient in respiratory protection program and testing
• Strong written and communication skills
• Analyze data or information and understanding required follow up
• Continuous Quality Improvement
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Pure OHS (EMR)
• Knowledge of patient care and learning practices
• Must be familiar with applicable OSHA, state health department, CDC, Joint Commission
• Ability to work in fast paced environment
• Able to prioritize job duties
• Able to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Teamwork
• Active listening
• Collaboration and negotiation skills
• Adaptability
• Interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated to resolve issues
• Ability to work autonomously
• Problem solving skills
• Customer Service Focused
• Leadership skills
• Relationship Building
• Flexibility

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provides services for associates according to BSMH policies and procedures, professional standards, federal regulations, and CDC recommendations.
• Services include but are not limited to pre-employment follow-up, associate immunization program, respiratory protection program, communicable disease screening and exposure management.
• Works closely in collaboration and referral with Human Resources partners, people managers, Infection Prevention and Quality & Safety to ensure program success.
• Maintains current knowledge of associate health regulations, recommendations and accreditation standards applicable to BSMH facilities.
• Assist BSMH managers and staff with compliance.
• Provide input to policy/ procedures, guidelines, protocols related to associate health services.
• Participates in surveillance activities to identify associate health risks.
• Performs surveillance on associate health records, including new hires, maintaining them in a confidential manner.
• Utilizes associate health information system to record and retrieve associate health data and to prepare reports as directed and requested.
• Collaborates with: Associate Health Medical Director, Infection Prevention to prevent the spread of communicable disease between patients and staff, Wellness team for referrals and consultations.
• Participates in direct service delivery, including but not limited to immunizations, TB screening, color discrimination testing, respirator fit testing, communicable and blood borne exposure management.
• Organizes testing and immunization programs to include Hepatitis B, influenza and respirator fit testing.
• Collaborates with managers and Absence Management Specialists for needs related to leave of absence to include FMLA, MLOA, PLOA and ADA leave as accommodation.
• Mandatory vaccination program compliance and administration
• Provides pre-service volunteer TB screening and volunteer influenza immunizations.
• Actively participates in entity committees including but not limited to Infection Prevention, Environment of Care, and Quality and provide data for trending associate risks and strategies for improving associate's health and safety
• Ensures EMR is updated to reflect patient care as appropriate

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees