Senior Occupational Health Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for

Senior Occupational Health Nurse

for our client in

San Jose, CA
Job Title: Senior Occupational Health Nurse
Job Location: San Jose, CA
Job Type: Contract
Job Description:
Pay Range: $59.86hr - $64.86hr
Responsibilities:
Provides nursing services and emergency (first-aid) treatments to employees who become ill or suffer an accident on company premises, arranging for transportation to another care provider, if needed.
Under the supervision of a physician, administers medications and performs various minor treatments or therapies for injured or ill employees.
Administers injections for allergies and for overseas travel as directed by the physician.
Provides various preventive health evaluations and tests in accordance with the company Health Services program protocols.
Conducts health profiles, health evaluations, and other services within the integrated employee Health Services & Resources strategy including but not limited to health promotion education, health screenings, and drug screenings.
Complies with policy, procedures, written standing orders, protocols, and medical directives as required by the company and the State Nurse Practice Act.
Maintains accurate clinical records, utilizing approved medical, nursing, and statistical formats, including computer technology.
Advises and counsels employees within areas of core competency and integrated services and makes appropriate referrals (internal and external) when indicated.
Provides advice, counsel, and access to education to and for first aid personnel.
Develops knowledge of the occupational hazards/exposures, and treatment thereof, for the specific location.
Assists in the process of medical leaves of absence and Workers’ Compensation as required.
Participates in periodic evaluations (customers surveys, trend analysis, etc.) of the effectiveness of the Health Services & Resources services provided to the employees.
Assists in maintaining the health facility in an orderly, clean, and sanitary condition.
Maintains standards of nursing practice.
Participates in the Employee Development Program process. Attends continuing education programs.
Participates in internal or cross-functional projects and teams.
Interfaces with: Site Company Management, Human Resources, technical and professional experts, wellness and safety professionals, supervisors, employees, vendors, and treatment providers.
Qualifications:
Registered Nurse license required.
Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or equivalent education required.
Three to five years experience in occupational health, emergency room, or intensive care nursing preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
Working knowledge of regulatory areas (e.g., ADA, OSHA, FMLA, Workers’ Comp, STD/LTD).
Provides occupational health nursing, medical, and integrated services consistent with the policies, guidelines, objectives, and content of the Company Occupational Health program.
Services are provided under the mentorship or supervision of a Sr. Occupational Health Nurse or Health Services & Resources Supervisor and the general direction of the designated physician (as required by law).
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