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Job description
Per Diem Occupational Health Nurse - RN
Clay, NY - Clay, NY 31041
Overview
Salary Range $48.00 - $50.00 Hourly Position Type Per Diem Travel Percentage None Category Nursing
Description
Job Summary
We are looking for a per diem Occupational Health Nurse to support medical and safety efforts at large scale construction site located in Clay, NY. This project is anticipated to last multiple years with exact timing to be determined by client requirements.
The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing direct patient care, injury and illness management, medical surveillance, wellness initiatives, episodic convenience care and assisting with other occupational and environmental health services, as needed, while maintaining a professional and patient-centered approach in an occupational setting
Coverage will include daytime, evening, and Saturday hours.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide on-site treatment / management of injuries and minimize the need for off-site medical treatment
Give on-site care, first aid and follow up to occupationally injured/ill workers
Ongoing communication with the treating physician regarding employee clinical status
Coordinate care with WorkCare's Incident Intervention Injury Management Program and utilize Physician escalation services as needed
Provide episodic care for minor medical issues, medical consultation and recommendations according to treatment care guidelines set forth and in collaboration with WorkCare Consulting Medical Director (CMD) and policy/procedures
Support injury prevention through education and ergonomic evaluation
Help employees prevent injuries and manage pain
Report to client and WorkCare management periodically
Contribute insight to incident reports and tracking of injury and clinic utilization data
Order and maintain supplies to ensure that the clinic is appropriately stocked
Participate in general flow of clinic operations
Provide dose of common pre-packaged over the counter (OTC) medicine to employees for episodic care at no cost to the employee, as well as follow up care, which must be provided by the employee's personal medical provider
Perform additional duties and assume additional responsibilities as identified by manager for the efficient operation of WorkCare.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a valid NY RN license
Bachelor of Science in Nursing is highly preferred
Must hold current BLS certification
3–5 years RN experience required
2-3 years' experience in an urgent care, emergency department or occupational health setting preferred
Certification in Occupational Health preferred
Skills and Competencies
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Must be able to demonstrate the ability of maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
Strong critical thinking skills; problem solving, and decision making.
Must have the ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to create and edit written materials.
Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors and clients.
Strong time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
Ability to meet and exceed daily and weekly individual performance goals.
Ability to work independently as well as assisting other team members when needed.
Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Computer Skills
Must be competent in the Windows operating system environment, Adobe Professional, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and learn other software as needed.
Physical Demands
Requires sitting for long periods of time, working at a desk.
Some bending and stretching could be required.
Working under stress and use of computer/phone required.
Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard and mouse.
Occasionally may be required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and/or crouch.
May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
Mainly indoor, office environment conditions.
The noise level is usually moderate.
Air quality is good, and temperature is controlled.
This position has an hourly pay range of $48 - $50 per hour. Final compensation for this position depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications.
Benefits for this position include 401k.
The preceding statements describe the general job responsibilities and individual's qualifications inherent to this position. These are not intended to be construed as exhaustive lists. To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, accurately, and safely. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. This job description may be reevaluated and/or modified at any time without notice.
Every qualified individual has the same opportunity for recruitment, hire, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.
Worksite address
clay, NY, 13041, US
Who can apply
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