Plant Nurse (Night Shift)

Koch Foods Inc.; Cosby (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Weekly Pay

On-the-Job Training

Career Growth

Company Discounts

Safety Rewards

Job summary

Koch Foods Inc. in Cosby, TN is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse to provide medical care, support safety health services, and coordinate related health programs. The role emphasizes confidentiality and regulatory compliance under OSHA/ADA/FMLA.

Required is an active LPN license or COHN certification (or willingness to obtain). Prior occupational health experience is preferred; candidates should be comfortable working around production environments and complex safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active LPN license or be a certified EMS professional (EMT/Paramedic).
• COHN certification or willingness to obtain is required or preferred.
• Experience in occupational health environments is preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of health information and comply with OSHA/ADA/FMLA rules.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care ranging from minor incidents to first responder duties.
• Support Safety Managers in coordinating health services.
• Maintain workers compensation information and arrange doctor visits and transportation.
• Coordinate pre-employment physicals and drug testing (post-offer, accident, random).
• Develop and implement employee health programs and wellness initiatives.
• Maintain relationships with local occupational health clinics.
• Manage hearing conservation, heat stress, respiratory protection and ergonomics training.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Regulations knowledge

Education

LPN license

COHN certification (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

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• Provide medical care ranging from minor incidents to acting as a first responder.
• Support and assist Safety Managers in coordinating and managing health services.
• Maintain workers compensation information for claims, and help schedule doctor visits and transportation.
• Coordinate and perform pre-employment physicals and drug testing (post-offer, accident, and random).
• Develop and implement employee health and wellness programs such as health assessments, immunization programs, medical care, wellness education, counseling, etc.
• Maintain active and positive ongoing relationship with local occupational health clinic.
• Manage hearing conservation, heat stress, respiratory protection and ergonomics programs including development and delivery of employee training.
• All other relevant duties to the job.

Requirements

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) required OR Certified EMT, Paramedic, etc.
• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) certification or willingness to obtain.
• Prior occupational health experience within a similar environment preferred.
• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to ensure confidentiality of employee health information.
• Knowledge of OSHA, ADA, FMLA regulations.
• Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent utilization of office equipment and/or computers.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Exposure to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving production lines.
• Possible exposure to heat (99°F, 37°C) and cold (45°F, 4°C).
• Possible exposure to wet and cold environment.
• Work around live and/or raw animal odors.

Benefits Information

• Benefits Eligibility Varies
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Savings Plan
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• FREE $25,000 life insurance policy with additional life insurance programs available
• Company Sponsored Purchasing Program
• Perks & Bonuses: On-the-Job Training Provided
• Weekly Pay Check
• Promotional Career Opportunities
• All required Personal Protection Equipment is provided
• Company Cook-Outs
• Safety Rewards
• Giveaways, etc. Come be a part of a Family Oriented Company that offers so much more!