RN -Occupational Health

UHS•Washington, DC

About The Position

Capital Medical Group (CMG), a newly acquired physician practice group within Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of UHS, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to support employee health, wellness, and regulatory compliance. CMG serves patients across the Washington, DC area and the DMV and supports more than 50 medical and surgical specialties through a network of hospitals and care locations. The RN works collaboratively with employees, leadership, medical providers, and office staff. The role coordinates occupational health services, maintains confidential and accurate employee health records, and practices nursing according to established standards while promoting a safe and healthy work environment. The position also completes Shared Services responsibilities and supports organizational policies and regulatory standards. CMG emphasizes Service Excellence, including treating everyone as a guest, demonstrating professionalism and accountability, and practicing teamwork through effective communication and process improvement. The organization is committed to equal employment opportunity and considers reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

Requirements

Associate's degree or higher in Nursing, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience consistent with organizational requirements.
Current and valid District of Columbia RN license, or evidence of application for D.C. licensure as permitted by organizational policy.
Maintain all licenses and certifications required for assigned nursing responsibilities.
At least two years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
Strong clinical assessment, prioritization, and nursing judgment skills.
Ability to prioritize competing in-person, telephone, and electronic patient-care needs.
Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and appropriately escalate clinical concerns.
Strong patient education and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary, team-based clinical environment.
Ability to use electronic medical record systems and manage clinical work queues, patient communications, and clinical documentation.
Strong organizational and time-management skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced ambulatory environment.
Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care, clinical quality, patient safety, teamwork, and service excellence.

Nice To Haves

Ambulatory care, primary care, internal medicine, family medicine, care coordination, or other relevant clinical nursing experience.
Direct patient-care experience.
Experience providing patient education, telephone or electronic clinical triage, medication management support, and care coordination.
Experience working collaboratively with physicians and advanced practice providers in an ambulatory clinical environment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and administer employee occupational health services, including pre-employment health screenings, immunization reviews, fit testing, and health clearances.
Partner with the GWUH Occupational Health Team on employee health initiatives, including annual influenza vaccination programs, tuberculosis screening, and other regulatory health requirements.
Manage and track employee immunization records, health assessments, and compliance documentation.
Assist with evaluation, documentation, and follow-up of workplace injuries and exposures, including needle-stick incidents and bloodborne pathogen exposures.
Facilitate post-exposure protocols and coordinate care with designated healthcare providers and occupational health partners.
Conduct respiratory fit testing and maintain records of employee certifications and compliance requirements.
Monitor employee health compliance related to OSHA, CDC, Joint Commission, and other applicable regulatory agencies.
Educate employees and managers on occupational health policies, infection prevention practices, workplace safety, and wellness initiatives.
Coordinate return-to-work evaluations and fitness-for-duty assessments as appropriate.
Maintain confidential employee health records in compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
Generate reports and track occupational health metrics to identify trends and support workforce health initiatives.
Serve as a liaison between employees, managers, Human Resources, Infection Prevention, and external occupational health providers.
Support employee wellness, injury prevention, and health promotion programs.
Participate in developing, implementing, and continuously improving occupational health policies, procedures, and programs.
Complete Shared Services responsibilities and maintain accurate employee health records in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
Practice nursing according to established standards while promoting a safe and healthy work environment for employees.