Plant Nurse (Night Shift)

Koch Foods; Strawberry Plains (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k Savings Plan

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

Koch Foods is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse to provide medical care for employees on the shop floor and serve as a resource for health services coordination.

The role supports safety managers, manages workers' compensation data, and conducts pre-employment health screens and drug testing. Experience in occupational health and strong confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license or equivalent.
• COHN certification or willingness to obtain.
• Experience in occupational health environments preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee health information.
• Knowledge of OSHA, ADA, FMLA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care ranging from minor incidents to first responder actions.
• Support Safety Managers in coordinating health services.
• Maintain workers compensation information and coordinate doctor visits.
• Coordinate and perform pre-employment physicals and drug testing.
• Develop and implement employee health and wellness programs.

Skills

LPN license

COHN certification

Occupational health experience

Confidentiality

OSHA/ADA/FMLA knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

COHN certification

Job description

Shift

2nd Shift

Description

• 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!