Occupational Health NP – Return‑to‑Work & OSHA Expert

Eastman; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Eastman seeks an Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner to perform surveillance exams, treat occupational injuries and illnesses, and manage acute conditions within NP scope while maintaining electronic medical records. The role emphasizes strong organization, confidentiality, teamwork, and effective communication in a safety-conscious setting.

The position requires a Master’s in Nursing with TN NP licensure, licensure in good standing, and ideally a DOT Medical Examiner Certification.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing and passed the NCLEX-PN examination.
• Active Tennessee Nurse Practitioner licensure.
• License in good standing.
• Certification with a nationally accredited affiliation.
• Current DOT Medical Examiner Certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Experience working in an Occupational Health Clinic preferred.
• Experience with performing OSHA surveillance exams preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations is a plus.
• Evaluating patients for return to work and work readiness

Responsibilities

• Perform Surveillance exams, evaluating and treating occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses, managing acute medical conditions within NP scope, and managing electronic medical records.
• Possess strong organizational skills to manage changing schedules and daily demands of the department.
• Understand, interpret and apply new skills and technologies.
• Prioritize and multi-task.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle such information with discretion.
• Interact cooperatively and constructively with co-workers, customers and management.
• Evaluating patients for return to work and work readiness.
• Develop safety plans for the work environment.

Skills

Organization

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Return-to-work evals

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing and NCLEX-PN

Active Tennessee NP licensure

License in good standing

DOT Medical Examiner Certification

Job description

Eastman seeks an Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner to perform surveillance exams, treat occupational injuries and illnesses, and manage acute conditions within NP scope while maintaining electronic medical records. The role emphasizes strong organization, confidentiality, teamwork, and effective communication in a safety-conscious setting.

The position requires a Master’s in Nursing with TN NP licensure, licensure in good standing, and ideally a DOT Medical Examiner Certification.