About this opportunity
Intelligent Staffing lists this Nursing Manager opportunity in los angeles, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
The Employee Health Manager is responsible for overseeing and administering all occupational health and safety services within the hospital. This role ensures compliance with The Joint Commission standards, Cal/OSHA, CDC, ADA/FEHA, and other applicable state and federal regulations , while promoting a safe, healthy, and supportive environment for employees. The position encompasses health screenings, surveillance programs, immunizations, communicable disease tracking, and clinical evaluation of occupational health concerns. The Employee Health Manager also partners with Human Resources to administer the interactive process for disability accommodation and return-to-work efforts.
Responsibilities
Employee Health Services: Manage and coordinate all employee health services, including pre-placement evaluations, annual health assessments, TB screening, immunizations, and respirator fit testing.
Oversee compliance with mandatory testing, surveillance programs, and immunization schedules as required by Cal/OSHA, CDC, CDPH, and The Joint Commission.
Maintain accurate, confidential employee health records in compliance with HIPAA and hospital policy.
Clinical Evaluation & Exposure Management: Evaluate and provide initial treatment and/or referrals for employees with occupational exposures or work-related injuries/illnesses.
Implement exposure control and follow-up protocols for bloodborne pathogens, airborne diseases, and other communicable diseases, in accordance with CDC and Cal/OSHA guidelines.
Lead outbreak investigation response and ensure proper reporting to regulatory agencies when required.
Regulatory Compliance & Education
Monitor and implement updates to occupational health regulations to ensure hospital policies and practices remain current.
Serve as subject matter expert (SME) in employee health, providing education, training, and guidance to staff and leadership.
Prepare and participate in Joint Commission, Cal/OSHA, CDPH, and other regulatory surveys and inspections.
Return-to-Work & ADA/FEHA Accommodations
Partner with Human Resources to facilitate the interactive process under ADA and FEHA.
Assess employee medical restrictions and collaborate with managers to determine reasonable accommodations.
Conduct return-to-work and fitness-for-duty evaluations in compliance with federal/state law and hospital policy.
Ensure timely communication with employees regarding accommodation requests and return-to-work expectations.
Other duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor\'s Degree in Nursing
Preferred Education
Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN or COHN-S) is preferred
Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in occupational health, employee health, or infection prevention in an acute care hospital setting.
Strong knowledge of CDC guidelines, The Joint Commission standards, Cal/OSHA, CDC, ADA/FEHA, and other applicable state and federal regulations
Solid understanding of the interactive process for disability accommodations under ADA/FEHA.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and case management skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive health information.
Job requirements
Required Licensure, Certification, Registration, or Designation
Current Los Angeles County Fire Card required (within 30 days of hire)
Assault Response Competency (ARC) required (within 30 days of hire)
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Worksite address
los angeles, CA, 90079, US
Who can apply
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