Whaler Occupational Nurse

Whaler Occupational Nurse

Requirements

• Current active LPN/RN Florida license
• A minimum of 5+ years of clinical healthcare experience in a medical setting, medical clinic, occupational health, ER or urgent care
• Certification in BLS
• Able to work additional hours as needed to ensure coverage for adjoining shifts
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite required with emphasis on Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong administrative experience required with ability to work in an office setting processing paperwork and utilizing multiple tracking systems
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat work-related injuries within Boston Whaler Medical Directives
• Provide emergency care for occupational and non-occupational illnesses within Boston Whaler Medical Directives
• Maintain accurate records in OHS charting of all medical encounters between Boston Whaler employees and Occupational Health Staff
• Generate initial incident investigation reporting and communicate to management
• Conduct urine drug screens and breathe alcohol testing per Boston Whaler directives, standards, and protocols
• Conduct Audiometric testing for employees based on Boston Whaler’s hearing conservation program
• Provide guidance/training to employees for wearing necessary respiratory protection
• Conducts respirator fit testing and Spirometry based on Boston Whalers Respiratory Protection Program
• Assist in providing First Aid/AED/CPR and BBP training to employees on the emergency response teams
• Make routine rounds in the plant to check on employees as needed and to perform safety inspections
• Inspect and maintain emergency response equipment and medical supplies
• Create files for new employees in OHM system
• Works with medical providers to facilitate early return to work for employees injured and sent for outside medical care
• Provides information to management regarding physical capacity of employee capabilities associated with work restrictions received from external medical providers
• Maintain patient confidentiality as appropriate and in accordance with HIPPA
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Occupational Health, Urgent Care, ER, Internal or Family Medicine is preferred
• CPR certified trainer
• Knowledge of Worker Compensation