ASST. OCCUP. HEALTH NURSE - OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE - Part-Time at Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas

Job Description:

Who We Are:


Our team of occupational nurses provide a variety of nursing care and perform medical surveillance monitoring to maintain the safety and to maximize the overall health of our employees.


Objectives of this Role:

• Responsible for providing primary and emergency care of occupational and non-occupational illnesses and injuries to our employees.


• Perform the required health monitoring and screening test for specified programs such as drug/alcohol testing and hearing test.


• Perform clinical duties and assist the physician as needed.


• Comply with OSHA regulations and standards.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Ability to multi-task and possess strong clinical skills.


• Assist the clinic physician, triage patients, perform EKG's, lab draws, injections, provide treatment and referrals as directed.


• Ability to respond to medical emergencies; arrange for patients to be transported to local medical facilities.


• Evaluate and treat injuries and illnesses in an efficient and professional manner within the scope of practice and consistent with clinical guidelines.


• Maintain close communication with the nurse manager, Environmental Health and Safety and Human Resources.


• Responsible for monitoring the health, well-being, and safety of our employees.


• Establish safety and health standards that conform with the regulations set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).


• Perform medical surveillance (e.g., hearing conservation, spirometry, immunizations etc.).


• Support Environmental Health and Safety, Operations, and Human Resources in injury prevention, health surveillance, and prevention of potential hazards in the work environment.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelors in Nursing.


• 2-6 years: Experience working in a clinical setting. Perform tasks effectively while handling multiple priorities. ICU and emergency nursing or related experience handling medical emergencies.


• 2 -6 years: Must be able to interact with staff members and health professionals.


• 2 -6 years: Knowledge of nursing standards and protocols in an occupational setting; worker's compensation, OSHA regulations, occupational disease.


• Registered Nurse license and CPR certification.


• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:




Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas


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