Registered Nurse - 2nd Shift - Portland, IN

Tyson Foods•Portland, IN

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works in occupational health, delivering health and safety services to workplace populations. The role promotes and restores health, prevents illness and injury, and protects team members from work-related and environmental hazards. The nurse conducts health assessments, provides education and guidance, supports safety and recovery in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and responds to medical incidents and emergencies. Occupational Health experience is not required; on-the-job training is provided. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:45 p.m. to 11:15 p.m., with occasional Saturdays based on production needs. Occasional travel to local clinics or hospitals is required. The position requires walking unassisted through the plant, climbing stairs, responding quickly to emergencies, assessing team members, and performing CPR when needed. The nurse must also help ensure team members and supervisors follow prescribed modified restricted-duty requirements.

Requirements

Current unrestricted state license as a Registered Nurse (RN).
Basic computer skills and comfort with electronic medical documentation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to get along with others.
Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to walk unassisted through the plant, quickly respond to medical emergencies, climb stairs, assess team members swiftly, and perform CPR if required.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of nursing experience is preferred but not required.
New graduates with LPN experience and/or a BSN degree may be considered.

Responsibilities

Conduct medical history and physical assessments to promote health and prevent illness.
Provide team members with education and guidance on communicable diseases and wellness initiatives.
Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support team members’ safety and recovery.
Respond promptly to incidents and emergencies, providing first aid and other emergency care, including CPR as needed.
Ensure team members and supervisors follow prescribed modified restricted-duty requirements.