Temporary Occupational Health Nurse

011660 CCA-Occupational Health

Position Summary:

Supports the occupational health function to maintain and promote employee health and support CCA’s employee health and wellness strategy.  Ensures legal and regulatory requirements are met or exceeded.

Supervision Exercised:

None

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory occupational health requirements including, but not limited to OSHA, DPH, ADA and FMLA
• Inspect and evaluate workplace environments, equipment, and practices for compliance with corporate and regulatory health and safety standards.  Identify processes and procedures to mitigate or eliminate potential hazards
• Develop and implement infection control strategies to prevent illness within the workforce and secondary transmission of illness to members
• In collaboration with manager, oversee CCA’s Respiratory Protection Program 
• Train employees on the proper use of personal protective (PPE)
• Conduct respirator fit tests, monitor respirator inventory, and provide PPE donning and doffing training
• Coordinate vaccination clinics and administer vaccinations and health screenings in compliance with occupational health standards and regulations
• Review vaccination records of employees and new hires to ensure required vaccinations are documented
• Perform phlebotomy to assess for vaccine induced immunity
• Participate in TB risk assessments and conduct TB testing where indicated.
• Deliver health education and training programs on various health and safety topics
• Advise staff on Bloodborne Pathogen protocols to mitigate employee exposures
• Perform ergonomic assessments to assist with proper workstation set-up
• Review accommodation requests. Collaborate with employees, managers, and HR business partners to ensure compliance with ADA requirements
• Oversee Return-to-Work from STD/FMLA leave of absences
• Interface with Workers’ Compensation insurer on work-related injuries or illnesses
• Remain up to date with current health and safety legislation

Working Conditions:

• Office setting with travel by car or public transportation to other office/clinical sites.
• May travel to member’s homes or other community settings to conduct accident investigations or observe workflow.

Required Education:

• Associate’s degree
• Diploma in nursing  

Desired Education:

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing
• Certification as an Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) or Occupational Health Nurse Specialist (COHN-S)  
• Certification in Case Management
• Certification in ADA administration

Required Licensing:

• Unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts

Required Experience:

• 5+ years of occupational health nursing experience in a healthcare setting or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Broad based knowledge of occupational health and general nursing practices, procedures, and protocols
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with employees at all levels and promote a culture of safety
• Ability to conduct presentations and trainings to employees and managers
• Ability to perform tasks or duties with frequent interruptions.
• Attention to detail to maintain accurate records
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to address complex occupational health issues.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Working knowledge of Massachusetts workers’ compensation law, HIPPA, OSHA, ADA and FMLA

Language(s):

• English