Job Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
RN - Employee Health Nurse - BIDMC - Boston, MAJob Description:
RN - Employee Health Nurse - BIDMC - Boston, MA
1. Conducts initial post-offer/pre-placement physical assessment, including review of immunization status, and provides required testing or immunizations as needed. Follows up on any unusual findings with appropriate education, counseling, referrals, or work restrictions. Promotes health and safety of employees through health promotion and education.
2. Evaluates condition and/or documentation of employee back-to-work clearance after illness or injury and approves return or recommends further medical evaluation or extension of leave as medical provider or circumstances require. Works with employee’s supervisor to ensure that employee needing work restrictions or limited duty is able to safely return to work, if possible.
3. Assists in immunization and Tuberculosis testing programs per BILH Infection Control Policy, Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Center for Disease Control guidelines and Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations.
4. Assists Manager of Employee Health and Infection Control Specialist in follow up of employee exposures to blood borne pathogens, tuberculosis and other infectious diseases per BILH Infection Control Policy, Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Center for Disease Control guidelines and Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations.
5. Maintains accurate and current employee health related records and daily treatment log, as required by BILH, Federal and State regulations.
6. Assists Manager of Employee Health Services and Infection Control Specialist in development and revision of guidelines, policies and procedures related to the Employee Health Service.
7. Assists Manager of Employee Health with workers' compensation program, has knowledge of BILH policy regarding program. In absence of manager, files appropriate claims reports and works as liaison with physician and insurance carrier to provide for appropriate care and return to work of injured employee.
8. Assumes responsibility for professional development and continuing education to maintain knowledge of current trends and regulations in Employee Health and Occupational Health Nursing. Collaborates with employees, supervisors, other health care providers, and professionals in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care and occupational health services.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Diploma, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
At least three years work experience as a medical or surgical staff nurse.
Certified Occupational Health Nurse preferred.
LICENSE, CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Massachusetts Registered Nurse license. Certification as an Occupational Health Nurse preferred
LIFE SUPPORT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Basic Life Support
OSHA EXPOSURE: Job involves possible exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.
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