Occupational Health Nurse/RN - PRN

bhspc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Business Health Solutions in Indianapolis is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse to manage health programs and provide clinical services. The ideal candidate will perform assessments, first aid, and health promotion activities as part of a dedicated team committed to improving occupational health standards.

Qualifications include a current RN license in Indiana, BLS certification, and a Bachelor's degree in nursing. This position may lead to full-time employment, reflecting our dedication to health services in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of Indiana.
• BLS Certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
• Certification in Occupational Health Nursing is desirable.
• 3-5 years of nursing experience; 2-5 years of occupational health nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nursing assessments and interventions within the scope of practice.
• Evaluate employees with work-related injuries and illnesses for fitness for duty.
• Provide first aid and triage for on-site employees.
• Conduct and manage required medical surveillance examinations.
• Provide first-line injury and illness care for work-related conditions.

Skills

Knowledge of anatomy & physiology

Knowledge of health promotion

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Current RN license in Indiana

BLS Certification

Certification in Occupational Health Nursing

Job description

Join Business Health Solutions and Make a Difference in Occupational Health!

At Business Health Solutions (BHS), we are committed to delivering tailored services that cater to the unique needs and objectives of our host organizations. Our team of occupational health and safety professionals is dedicated to staffing, operating, and managing on-site clinics within organizations, ensuring maximum return on investment. We pride ourselves on our strategic approach, utilizing an initial assessment phase to create customized plans that guide our work and foster strong client relationships.

Why BHS?

At BHS, we foster a culture of excellence, integrity, service, and humility. As a team, we believe in maintaining deliberate and conscious presence, addressing conflicts with grace and compassion, and communicating with openness and transparency. Our commitment to integrity involves operating with respect, compassion, and discretion. Our service is proactive, clinically astute, and based on current best practices. Humility is our cornerstone, as we consistently own outcomes, defer to our clients (unless against our oath as nurses), and prioritize successful outcomes over ego.

Occupational Health Nurse: Make Lives Better Every Day!

As an Occupational Health Nurse at BHS, you'll play a pivotal role in assisting with the management of the occupational health program for our host organization. You'll provide clinical services, health assessments, and case management, contributing to our mission of helping individuals enjoy better and longer lives.

What You'll Do:

Clinical Care:

• Conduct nursing assessments and interventions within the scope of practice.
• Evaluate employees with work-related injuries and illnesses for fitness for duty.
• Provide first aid and triage for on-site employees and contractors.
• Offer return-to-work clearances for employees.
• Perform required screenings and manage credentialing programs.
• Provide pre-employment and annual physicals.
• Deliver educational offerings to employees.
• Collaborate with the client's staff.
• Lead or participate in special projects assigned by client leadership.

Medical Surveillance:

• Conduct and manage required surveillance examinations.
• Provide medical surveillance support for client employees.
• Perform health assessments, including physical assessments and selected tests.
• Communicate determinations of employee fitness for work to management.

Medical Emergency Response:

• Provide first-line injury and illness care for work-related conditions.
• Offer emergency medical response as required.
• Interface with local hospitals and emergency medical providers to ensure quality and continuity of care.

Case Management:

• Provide personal and work-related injury case management following client policies and guidelines.
• Offer medical advice/input to site leadership on work-relatedness of injuries/illnesses.
• Organize independent medical examinations as appropriate and in coordination with the client.

Health Promotion Program:

• Promote and support client wellness programs.

Medical Record and Administrative Tasks:

• Ensure adequate clinical documentation of services provided.
• Handle administrative tasks such as faxing, scanning, copying, clinic scheduling, medical waste management, and more.

What We're Looking For:

Qualifications:

• Current RN license in the state of Indiana.
• BLS Certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
• Certification in Occupational Health Nursing is desirable.
• 3-5 years of nursing experience; 2-5 years of occupational health nursing preferred.

Competencies Required:

• Knowledge of anatomy & physiology, toxicology, health promotion, lifestyle risk factors, and ergonomics.
• Certification in Hearing Conservation and Spirometry is desirable.
• Working knowledge of laws, standards, and safety regulations in occupational health (OSHA, FMLA, Workers Compensation).
• Familiarity with epidemiology, safety, industrial hygiene, wellness, and behavioral change theory.
• Emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and motivation.

Schedule: Candidate needs to be available every Friday day shift as well as for as needed coverage Monday - Saturday, differing shift times, based on day, evening, and night shift needs. This is a growing area for our company and possibly will lead to a full-time position for you.

Join us at BHS and be a part of a team that values excellence, integrity, service, and humility. Make a meaningful impact on occupational health and contribute to the well-being of individuals in our host organizations. Apply now for a fulfilling career that goes beyond the ordinary!