Plant Nurse (Night Shift)

Koch Foods, Inc.; Strawberry Plains (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Savings Plan

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Weekly Pay

Career Opportunities

Job summary

Koch Foods, Inc. is seeking an experienced occupational health professional to provide medical care from minor incidents to first response on the plant floor.

This role partners with Safety Managers to coordinate health services and maintain workers’ compensation records. You will conduct pre-employment physicals and drug testing, develop wellness programs, and maintain relationships with the local occupational health clinic.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license or equivalent EMT/Paramedic certification.
• COHN certification or willingness to obtain.
• Occupational health experience preferred.
• Confidentiality and knowledge of OSHA/ADA/FMLA required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care from minor incidents to first responders.
• Support Safety Managers in coordinating health services.
• Maintain workers' compensation records and schedule doctor visits.
• Perform pre-employment physicals and drug testing (post-offer, accident, random).
• Develop and implement employee health and wellness programs and education.
• Maintain relationship with local occupational health clinic and resources.
• Manage hearing conservation, heat stress, respiratory protection and ergonomics training.

Skills

LPN license

EMT/Paramedic

COHN certification

Customer service

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

LPN licensure

COHN certification

Job 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.

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!