Head Nurse - Occupational Health directs nursing service activities for occupational health services. Develops and conducts training programs to promote employee safety in the workplace. Being a Head Nurse - Occupational Health conducts regular inspections of facilities and equipment to identify any health or safety hazards. Maintains records, investigates accidents and injuries, prepares appropriate reports for OSHA, and ensures compliance with all occupational health, safety, and environmental rules and regulations. Additionally, Head Nurse - Occupational Health coordinates the procurement, review, and project management of contracts and service agreements with outside vendors. Requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. The Head Nurse - Occupational Health manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Head Nurse - Occupational Health typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
We are looking for a full-time Occupational Health Nurse to support medical and safety efforts at large scale construction site located in Boise, ID. This project is anticipated to last multiple years with exact timing to be determined by client requirements.
The Occupational Health Nurse employs best practices that require early intervention and the setting of realistic expectations for disability duration, return-to-work, and return to functionality. Care coordination is a collaborative process that promotes quality of health care, client empowerment, and cost containment by supporting proactive intervention and reducing redundancies.
The Occupational Health Nurse is responsible for providing injury and illness case management and assisting with other occupational and environmental health services, as needed, while maintaining a professional and patient centered approach in an occupational setting. Travel to participate in Company initiatives can be supported as needed.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm.
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Final compensation offered depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.
Benefits for this position include paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and critical illness insurance; HSA, HRA, and FSA; life and disability insurance; EAP; 401K; legal and identity theft coverage; pet insurance and more.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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 laws. WorkCare is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment.
WorkCare, Inc., is a U.S.-based occupational health, wellness and absence management company focused on improving quality of life for employees and enhancing business results for employers. Our mission is Protecting and Promoting Employee Health...from Hire to Retire. We believe Work Matters. Health Counts. Prevention Saves.
We deliver integrated, total employee health solutions to employers in all types of industries in the U.S. and selected international locations. Our primary service lines include Medical Exams & Travel program management; 24/7 Incident Intervention telehealth triage; Onsite Services & Clinics (staffing/operations); Industrial Athlete Program (onsite and virtual), Consulting M.D.s, Wellness Solutions, and Absence Management Solutions. We place a strong emphasis on occupational physician oversight, clinical quality, customer service excellence, and workforce well-being. Visit to learn more.