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

Mercy Health BSMH • Paducah, KY

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About The Position

The Associate Health RN provides services for associates in accordance with BSMH policies and procedures, professional standards, federal regulations, and CDC recommendations. Services include pre-employment follow-up, associate immunizations, 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 maintains knowledge of applicable associate health regulations and accreditation standards, supports compliance, contributes to policies and protocols, and participates in surveillance to identify associate health risks. The RN maintains confidential associate health records, uses the associate health information system to record and retrieve data and prepare reports, and collaborates with the Associate Health Medical Director, Infection Prevention, and the Wellness team.

The RN delivers services including immunizations, TB screening, color discrimination testing, respirator fit testing, and communicable and blood-borne exposure management. The role organizes testing and immunization programs, supports leave-related needs in collaboration with managers and Absence Management Specialists, administers mandatory vaccination program compliance, and provides pre-service volunteer TB screening and lab orders. The RN participates in entity committees, provides data to help trend associate risks and improve health and safety, and updates the EMR to reflect care as appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Registered Nurse licensure in the state of practice.
• American Heart Association BLS Basic Life Support certification.
• At least 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Familiarity with HR legal and compliance requirements, including OSHA, ADA, EEOC, and FMLA.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to analyze data and 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.
• At least 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, and 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 of associate health records, including new-hire records, and maintain records confidentially.
• Use the associate health information system to record and retrieve associate health data and prepare requested reports.
• Collaborate with the Associate Health Medical Director and Infection Prevention to help prevent communicable disease spread between patients and staff, and with the Wellness team for referrals and consultations.
• Provide 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-of-absence needs, including FMLA, MLOA, PLOA, and ADA leave as an accommodation.
• Ensure compliance with and administer the mandatory vaccination program.
• Provide pre-service volunteer TB screening and place TB lab orders.
• Participate in entity committees, including Infection Prevention, Environment of Care, and Quality, and provide data for trending associate risks and strategies to improve associate health and safety.
• Update the EMR to reflect patient care as appropriate.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 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. Benefits may vary by market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level