Occupational Health Nurse 2

Company Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Job Summary

Provides professional nursing care for the comfort and well-being of employees and assists physicians during examinations and treatments | Administers prescribed medications and changes dressings | Prepares and maintains patient clinical records | Develops preventive health care programs | May maintain established inventory levels for medicines, supplies and equipment

Impact of the Role

General Profile

• Requires working knowledge and experience in own job discipline and broadens capabilities
• Continues to build knowledge of the company, processes and customers
• Performs a range of assignments related to job discipline
• Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction
• Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate technical and clinical efficiency in conducting comprehensive health and injury assessments. Performs testing and medical clearance of employees for employment and periodic surveillance physical examinations.
• Medical evaluation and onsite treatment of occupational injuries and illnesses. Collaborates and provides medical guidance with occupational emergencies during office hours as well as after-hours as necessary.
• Monitor the work environment and analyze the risks associated with the worksite hazards to protect the health and safety of the workers.
• Develop, promote, and monitor comprehensive health awareness programs supporting wellness behaviors in the worksite factoring in the changing healthcare environment.
• Responsible for planning, directing, and implementing all departmental activities associated with all regulatory requirements. This includes, but not limited to, OSHA, State, and Federally Regulated Surveillance Programs for those employees exposed to specific mandated controls under the Respiratory Protection Program, (29 CFR 1910.134 & 29 CFR 1916.103), Standards for the Hearing Conservation Program (29 CFR 1910.95 (c) & 29 CFR 1904.10), Medical Surveillance Examinations for Employees (as stated in 29 CFR 1910.120) and Federally Regulated DOT/FMCSA Physical Exams (49 CFR Part 40).
• Functions effectively as a case management expert in coordination and oversight of injured employees receiving Worker's Compensation. Maintains medical and exposure records in a confidential manner within record retention guidelines.
• Keep apprised of OSHA, DOT/FMCSA, FMLA/STD, ADAA, WC laws and other regulatory requirements. Maintain awareness of the latest industrial medical practices for evaluation and the ability to make recommendations for implementation in the workplace.
• Cultivate networking and relationship building across the continuum of care with Case managers, occupational health nurses.

Required Qualifications

• Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 2-4 years' experience OR Equivalent Combination of Relevant Education &/or Experience
• Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred education and experience: Bachelor's Degree
• Discipline/Major: Nursing or related healthcare degree preferred
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Able to conduct occupational assessments, treat work related injuries, following standards of care. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of personnel. Ability to make independent nursing judgements. Works collaboratively. Knowledge of OSHA, DOT/FMCSA, FMLA/STD, ADAA, and Worker's Compensation regulations.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
• May be requested to work a different shift.
• This position is Safety-Sensitive.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25% travel likely.

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The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.