Nurse Practitioner (DOM Occupational Health)

The Johns Hopkins University; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 113,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University seeks a Nurse Practitioner to manage day-to-day clinical care at the PepsiCo Denver onsite clinic. This role reports to the Regional Manager for the PepsiCo/JHU partnership and collaborates with the Medical Director and Division Administrator of the Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

Responsibilities include on-site care for 40 hours/week, triage and treatment of work-related and non-work-related illnesses, laboratory specimen collection, and

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing and NP certification.
• Current RN license and state NP licensure.
• CPR certification required; maintain licensure during employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site primary and urgent care for workers at the Denver clinic.
• Triage and treat minor injuries and illnesses.
• Dispense medications per standing orders for employees.
• Collect on-site specimens and perform urine drug screening.
• Administer vaccines and coordinate annual influenza program.
• Coordinate with PCPs and specialists to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Analytical ability

Interpersonal skills

Outpatient medicine

Medical protocols

Computer literacy

Education

Master's in Nursing

NP certification

Tools

EMR / electronic medical records

Job description

• Certified Breath Alcohol Technician preferred.

The Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to manage the day-to-day clinical care and activities at the PepsiCo Denver (Pecos), CO onsite clinic. The position reports directly to the Regional Manager for the PepsiCo/JHU partnership. The position also works closely with the Medical Director, and Division Administrator of the Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide on-site services forty (40) hours per week at the PepsiCo clinic in Denver (Pecos), CO.
• Triage and treat, as appropriate, minor work-related and non-work-related injuries and illnesses.
• Dispense over the counter and prescription medications in accordance with pre-established standing orders to employees with minor work-related and non-work-related concerns (back pain, headache, and pharyngitis).
• Provide on-site specimen/lab collection for employees presenting lab orders from their PCP.
• Perform urine drug screening and breath alcohol testing in accordance with company protocol.
• Provide on-site assessments for acute and chronic illnesses, such as strep pharyngitis, UTI, influenza, hypertension, hyperglycemia, and hypoglycemia.
• Provide support and case management for both work-related and non-work-related conditions to reduce illness and absenteeism.
• Coordinate second opinions for employees absent due to workers' compensation or disability, as necessary in adherence with company protocols.
• Coordinate annual seasonal influenza vaccination program.
• Coordinate, plan, and deliver monthly health education seminars and general wellness events.
• Provide referrals for PepsiCo employees who need the attention of a primary care physician or perform on-site physical assessments (DOT, return to work, work-related injuries) as required by PepsiCo.
• Work collaboratively with patients and their PCP/Specialist to facilitate early diagnosis and management of acute and chronic health problems.
• Specialist in adherence to company protocols.
• Provide on-site patient education regarding illnesses, medications, treatments, etc.
• Participate in case presentations and other opportunities to foster academic mission and clinical excellence.

Administrative services provided to PepsiCo include

• Maintain and revise, as needed, standardized procedures, protocols, and standing orders.
• Maintain adequate clinical supplies.
• Maintain Letter of Permit Exception with the Colorado Department of Health/CLIA required for lab testing provided on-site.
• Maintain patient electronic medical records.

Work collaboratively with the Benefits and Safety teams

• To coordinate and plan health and wellness events and initiatives.
• To manage workers’ compensation claims.
• To expand clinic services and reach.
• Provide crisis management/intervention, as needed
• Provide general medical advice to the PepsiCo Human Resources and Safety/Risk Management departments.
• Ensure the provision of prompt, appropriate clinical care to all patients in accordance with PepsiCo and Johns Hopkins University protocols, State regulations, and professional standards.
• Develop relationships with clinical providers in the area to provide back-up clinical care.
• Ensure timely and appropriate problem resolution and follow-up to PepsiCo employees as required.
• Participating in clinical learning presentations with the client or the clinical team
• Ensure PepsiCo's onsite clinic facilities are neat, clean, and attractive.
• Develop and implement new administrative policies and procedures as needed to ensure the smooth operation of PepsiCo's onsite clinics.
• Ensure all patients receive prompt, courteous, friendly, and professional attention to their needs and requests.
• Conduct yourself in an exemplary fashion to achieve goals.

Special Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Analytical ability is necessary to evaluate and determine the health status of patients and implement proper care.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to interview, teach, and counsel patients and interact with clients/employers.
• A comprehensive understanding of outpatient adult medicine, patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures is necessary.
• Must have general computer knowledge and the ability to use computerized medical information systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing; Registered Nurse license and Certified as a Nurse Practitioner
• Must be licensed in the state where practicing.
• Current CPR certification required. Must maintain current licensure and certification during duration of employment.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of twelve months of related experience (adult medicine).
• Experience in Occupational Medicine, Workers’ Compensation, and DOT exams.
• DOT Medical Examiner preferred.
• Certified Urine Drug Screen Collector preferred.
• Certified Breath Alcohol Technician preferred.

Classified Title: Nurse Practitioner

Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG

Starting Salary Range: $112,572 - $152,900 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday / Varying

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Colorado

Department name: SOM DOM Occupational Health

Personnel area: School of Medicine