RN Occupational Health Services

Montefiore Mount Vernon•St. Charles, IL

7d•$96,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Montefiore Mount Vernon Staff Nurse in Occupational Health Services provides comprehensive clinical care, regulatory support, and health screening services to Montefiore associates, students, and affiliates. The role operates in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and requires strong clinical judgment, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage sensitive employee health matters. The Staff Nurse supports employee clearance processes, manages workplace exposures and injuries, and ensures services comply with OSHA, CDC, DOH, and organizational standards. The nurse collaborates with physicians, nurse practitioners, operations leadership, and HR to support employee health clearance, accommodations, and compliance workflows. The role also contributes to health education and prevention initiatives that support workforce safety and wellness, while maintaining strict confidentiality and delivering professional, respectful, culturally competent care. The position is based in Mount Vernon, New York, on a day shift, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with 7.5 scheduled daily hours. The stated pay range is $96,000 to $120,000.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State with current registration.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Minimum of 5 years of clinical Registered Nursing (BSN) experience.
Prior experience in Occupational Health/Employee Health, Emergency Department, and/or outpatient Primary Care.
Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and documentation skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage sensitive and complex situations.
Demonstrated ability to navigate employee health issues requiring discretion, sound judgment, and regulatory awareness.

Nice To Haves

Experience with occupational health platforms such as Cority and EPIC EMR.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, CDC guidelines, and Department of Health (DOH) requirements.
Experience managing workplace exposures, return-to-work processes, and medical surveillance programs.

Responsibilities

Conduct post-offer pre-placement (POPP) evaluations, annual assessments, and periodic medical surveillance in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
Support return-to-work (RTW) and fitness-for-duty (FFD) processes, including clinical documentation and coordination with providers and leadership.
Perform respirator fit testing and vision screening, including color vision testing, in compliance with OSHA standards.
Administer immunizations and medications per protocol, with appropriate documentation, patient education, and post-administration monitoring.
Triage and manage work-related injuries and blood/body fluid exposures (BBPE), ensuring timely evaluation, documentation, and follow-up.
Respond to urgent employee health concerns within scope and escalate appropriately when indicated.
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in EPIC and Cority, ensuring encounters meet clinical and regulatory standards.
Monitor and maintain vaccine and pharmaceutical inventory, ensuring proper storage, handling, and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Ensure clinical equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and compliant with safety standards.
Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, operations leadership, and HR to support employee health clearance, accommodations, and compliance workflows.
Participate in health education and prevention initiatives to support workforce safety and wellness.
Uphold strict confidentiality while managing sensitive employee health information.
Deliver professional, respectful, and culturally competent care in all interactions.