Licensed Practical Nurse (Clinic)

Medcor; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health and dental insurance

401K with match

Education reimbursement and more

Job summary

Medcor seeks an onsite Occupational Health Nurse in Ottumwa, IA to join a dedicated team within a large manufacturing facility. In this part-time role, you’ll provide first aid and urgent care-style treatment for workplace injuries, support employee wellness, and partner with Safety teams to maintain a healthy, safe, and productive workforce.

You will document patient encounters in EMR, participate in OSHA recordkeeping, and assist with workers' compensation cases.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted LPN license in the applicable state.
• Current CPR/BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Strong assessment, triage, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal onsite supervision.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and basic computer applications.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid, triage, assessment, and treatment for occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Respond to workplace medical emergencies and coordinate EMS as needed.
• Document encounters accurately in EMR and company systems.
• Assist with OSHA recordkeeping and injury/illness documentation.
• Support workers' compensation and non-work-related injury management.
• Educate employees on treatment plans and return-to-work expectations.
• Collaborate with Safety teams to promote health and safety goals.
• Collaborate remotely with Medcor Operations Managers and clinical support teams.

Skills

CPR/BLS certification

Assessment & triage

Clinical decision-making

Communication skills

Independent work

EMR proficiency

Lifting 50 pounds

Education

LPN license (state)

Job description

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Leave the hospital behind without leaving nursing behind.

Join our onsite occupational health team and become a trusted healthcare resource for employees in a dynamic manufacturing environment. In this role, you’ll provide first aid and urgent care-style treatment for workplace injuries, support employee wellness initiatives, and partner with Safety teams to help keep employees healthy, safe, and productive.

Location: Ottumwa, IA
Schedule: Mon/Wed 7:00am-3:30pm and Friday 7:00am-11:00pm
Position Type: Part-Time

A typical day in the life of a Medcor Occupational Health Nurse:

Clinical Care & Injury Management

• Provide first aid, triage, assessment, and treatment for occupational and nonoccupational injuries and illnesses.


• Respond to workplace medical emergencies and provide appropriate assessment, stabilization, treatment, and coordination of emergency medical services as needed.


• Evaluate injured employees and guide care using established evidence-based treatment protocols.


• Document all patient encounters accurately and thoroughly within electronic medical records and company systems.


• Assist with OSHA recordkeeping activities, including injury and illness documentation, incident tracking, and maintaining records in accordance with regulatory requirements.


• Assist with workers' compensation and non-work-related injury management and case coordination.


• Perform reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance with company and regulatory requirement

Employee Health & Wellness

• Provide health education, coaching, and wellness support to employees.


• Promote injury prevention healthy lifestyle initiatives, and employee wellness programs, including coordinating travel health visits and related healthcare services.


• Educate employees on treatment plans, self-care measures, and return-to-work expectations.


• Support occupational health programs, medical surveillance initiatives, and health screenings in accordance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and client requirements.


• Communicate effectively with supervisors, managers, and other stakeholders regarding employee care within appropriate privacy guidelines.


• Build and maintain positive relationships with client leadership and key stakeholders by providing responsive communication, professional consultation, and exceptional service in support of the client's health and safety goals.


• Deliver exceptional customer service by providing compassionate, professional, and timely care to employees while fostering a positive healthcare experience and maintaining a high level of professionalism in all interactions.


• Collaborate remotely with Medcor Operations Managers, Medical Directors, and clinical support teams.

Required

• Current, unrestricted LPN license in the applicable state.


• Current CPR/BLS certification through the American Heart Association.


• Strong assessment, triage, and clinical decision-making skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work independently with minimal onsite supervision.


• Proficiency with electronic medical records and basic computer applications.


• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Preferred

• Occupational Health, Emergency Department, Urgent Care, Case Management, Industrial Medicine, or Workers' Compensation experience.


• One or more of the following certifications preferred: American Red Cross (ARC) Instructor, NIOSH-Certified Spirometry Technician, CAOHC Professional Supervisor, Mental Health First Aid, or other relevant occupational health certifications.


• COHN, COHN-S, or related occupational health certification.


• Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.

This position is based in an onsite occupational health clinic located within a large manufacturing facility. The RN will work independently while receiving support from Medcor leadership and clinical resources remotely. The role requires interaction with employees, safety professionals, human resources personnel, and external healthcare providers to promote a safe and healthy workplace.

Why Join Medcor?

At Medcor, we believe in improving lives through innovative workplace healthcare. Our nurses make a meaningful impact by providing immediate care, supporting employee wellbeing, and helping organizations create safer workplaces. This role offers autonomy, professional growth, and the opportunity to build strong partnerships while delivering exceptional occupational health services.

Benefits

• paid time off


• health and dental insurance


• 401K with match


• education reimbursement and more

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Medcor Philosophy

Medcor embraces a set of simple, interconnected practices that everyone can tailor to their own life and work. To preserve our pioneering, entrepreneurial spirit, we impart our values through the ongoing Better@Medcor campaign: encouraging our advocates to make a conscious choice to practice our values, to celebrate and recognize each other via our peer recognition program, and to support one another during tough times.

Medcor is a tobacco free and smoke free workplace!

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.