Occupational Health Nurse

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (100% employee)

Vision, Dental, Life and Disability

Generous vacation and sick leave

TRS retirement plan with employer 403b

Flexible spending accounts

LinkedIn Learning access

Tuition assistance

Shuttle and CapMetro access

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse in Austin, TX. The role supports faculty and staff through clinical nursing care, surveillance programs, and return-to-work coordination within the HealthPoint Occupational Health Program.

You will assess injuries, manage occupational health services, and deliver outreach to campus partners, while benefiting from UT Austin's comprehensive benefits package and a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Active RN license to practice in Texas.
• BLS certification ( CPR / AED ) required.
• COHN or COHN-S preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Onsite assessment and treatment of work-related injuries and illnesses with appropriate referrals and follow-up.
• Coordinate occupational health medical surveillance programs and maintain medical clearances.
• Collaborate on workers’ compensation, leave management, and return-to-work processes.
• Develop and communicate OHP policies, procedures, and educational information to staff and leadership.
• Serve as essential/onsite clinician for after-hours injuries and exposures.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Clinical skills

Emergency response

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Occupational Health Nurse

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Hiring Department:

Office of Human Resources

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

To Be Determined at Offer

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Earliest Start Date:

Ongoing

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

General Notes

At the HealthPoint Occupational Health Program, we are committed to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of the UT community. We provide occupational health expertise, medical surveillance, health assessments, and support for work-related injuries, illnesses, and exposures. Through collaboration with employees, supervisors, Environmental Health & Safety, and other university partners, we help promote a safe and healthy work environment and ensure employees are supported in safely performing their work. For more information about OHP, please visit: https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/occupational-health-program

Your skills will make a difference.

You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will contribute to operational excellence and enhance the student experience. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)

• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options

• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds

• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)

• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses

• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities

• Tuition assistance

• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets

• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card

• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

• For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards

Hybrid work available

Able to work from home two days a week, based on clinic needs.

Purpose

Develops, coordinates, and administers occupational health programs designed to prevent and reduce workplace hazards. Performs clinical and administrative duties within the HealthPoint Occupational Health Program, a division of Human Resources. Provides nursing assessment, treatment, and follow-up care to faculty and staff while exercising professional nursing judgment within the RN’s scope of practice and in accordance with Standing Delegated Orders (SDOs) issued by the Medical Director.

Responsibilities

• Onsite Assessment and Treatment of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses
  Provides nursing care within the RN’s individual and professional scope of practice and in accordance with Standing Delegated Orders (SDOs) issued by the Medical Director. Assesses and treats nonemergent work-related injuries and illnesses; provides first aid; determines the need for advanced care; and coordinates emergency medical response when indicated. Makes appropriate medical referrals and conducts follow-up evaluations as needed. Performs clinical skills including, but not limited to, vital signs, physical assessments, respirator fit testing, audiograms, immunizations, and tuberculosis screening.
• Occupational Health Medical Surveillance Programs
  Coordinates and manages employee participation in occupational medical surveillance programs, including, but not limited to, Asbestos, Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazardous Materials (Hazmat), Department of Transportation (DOT), Respiratory Protection, Laboratory Animal Personnel, Reactor Operator, and Hearing Protection programs. Manages the Respiratory Protection and Hearing Protection Programs, including respirator fit testing and audiometric testing in accordance with applicable program requirements and regulatory guidelines. Maintains current medical clearances for faculty and staff enrolled in occupational health surveillance programs and assists in the development and implementation of new or revised medical surveillance requirements as warranted.
• Workers’ Compensation, Leave Management, and Return-to-Work
  Collaborates with Human Resources and the Workers’ Compensation unit regarding workers’ compensation claims, Sick Leave Pool matters, and return-to-work cases. Utilizes active listening and problem-solving skills to identify employee needs and provide appropriate referrals and resources. Maintains accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation and administrative records in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, confidentiality standards, and Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Outreach and Communication
  Develops and communicates Occupational Health Program (OHP) programs, policies, procedures, and educational information to employees, management, and university leadership through a variety of communication methods, including presentations, committee participation, written reports, electronic correspondence, web content, and social media.
• Essential/On-Call Functions
  Serves as essential personnel and the primary on-call clinician for work-related injuries and occupational exposures occurring outside OHP operating hours, including response to campus emergencies and evacuations. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Licensure

• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license to practice in the State of Texas.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, including CPR/AED

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Licensure

• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license to practice in the State of Texas.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, including CPR/AED - required.
• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) or Certified Occupational Health Nurse–Specialist (COHN-S) certification through the American Board for Occupational Health Nurses (ABOHN)

Salary Range

$60,000

Working Conditions

• May be required to wear uniforms or PPE
• May be exposed to biohazards
• Use of manual dexterity

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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