RN Occupational Health - Employee Health - Full-Time

Job Summary:

The RN supports employee health services by providing clinical care, education, and follow-up for Erlanger staff. Ensures compliance with employee health policies and assists with data collection for regulatory reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings, immunizations, and TB testing.
• Triage and manage employee health concerns and exposures.
• Perform return-to-work and fit-for-duty assessments under NP supervision.
• Maintain employee health records and documentation.
• Provide health education and counseling to employees.
• Support regulatory audits and reporting (OSHA logs, TJC, etc.).
• Serve as a PLHCP (Professional Licensed Health Care Provider).

A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Health System is responsible for the practice of nursing according to the rules and regulations defined by the state's Nurse Practice Act, Erlanger's Models of Care/Practice, policies and procedures. The nurse is responsible for the delivery of occupational health services as assigned and for collaboration with other healthcare professionals in providing comprehensive employee health care. The nurse addresses physical, emotional, and educational needs of employees and coordinates care plans with supervisors, occupational medicine providers, and other healthcare team members. The nurse is responsible for participation in and completion of all patient safety initiatives and occupational health compliance measures appropriate to the position. In addition, the nurse conducts all job responsibilities according to the Mission, Vision, and Values of Erlanger Health System.

All nurses will be placed on a matrix system which includes five core competencies: Customer-Focus; Cost-Effective Care; Communication; Competent Care and Compassionate Care. This matrix will be a guide for nurses based on the Benner Model of novice to expert. It will be used to note staff's engagement, advancement and professional development.

Education:

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.

Preferred:

• Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Experience:

Required:

• None

Preferred:

• Prior experience in the delivery of patient care in an occupational healthcare setting.
• Prior experience in case management, with a strong preference for Worker's Compensation cases.
• Prior experience in OSHA recordkeeping.

Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration

Required:

• Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Tennessee.
• BLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and to be maintained going forward.
• ACLS required prior to completion of departmental orientation and maintain ongoing thereafter.
• See unit requirements for additional certifications required.

The Nurse Licensure Compact will not change how to obtain or renew a Tennessee license. However, the Tennessee nursing license will be a single state license for Tennessee Residents or non-compact state residents. Tennessee licensure or multistate licensure from a compact state must be obtained within three months of hire for non-Tennessee residents.

Preferred:

• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) or Certified Occupational Health Nurse � Specialist (COHN-S) certification.

Nursing Position Summary:

The professional nurse provides safe and effective patient care by using evidenced based best practices. The professional nurse at Erlanger:

Utilizes hand off communication and bedside shift report to effectively communicate with other members of the healthcare team.

Maintains a safe therapeutic environment by understanding and complying with hospital policies/procedures and identifying and communicating risks that have potential impact to patient safety.

Performs and documents comprehensive and holistic assessments while interpreting and responding to abnormal diagnostic data.

Anticipates potential emergency situations and intervenes safely and appropriately with assistance if needed.

Develops a relationship with patient/family that facilitates mutual involvement in the planning of care.

Demonstrates basic critical thinking skills.

Documents in a concise, accurate, and complete manner reflecting adherence to hospital, regulatory and legal requirements.

Completes population-specific mandatory education competencies as defined by the unit specific scope of service.

Provides culturally competent care to patients and families.

Demonstrates awareness of evidence-based practice.

Utilizes appropriate time management and meets the expectations for punctuality and attendance.

Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling to support the staffing needs of patient care areas.

Communicates effectively with patients, family members, and all members of the interdisciplinary team, seeking assistance for conflict resolution as needed.

Implements the plan of care and identifies resources to meet patient care needs.

Identifies and communicates changes in patient conditions that may impact unit staffing levels or the provision of safe patient care.

Contributes to a healthy work environment by exhibiting professional behaviors and seeking assistance in addressing interpersonal conflicts.

Takes responsibility for meeting education and mandatory programs by completing hospital and unit-based competencies.

Demonstrates knowledge of and contributes positively to unit-based performance improvement outcomes.

Updates their individual matrix with specific information to reflect accomplishments.

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