Plant Nurse (Night Shift)

Koch Foods; Whitesburg (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k Savings Plan

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance ($25,000)

Job summary

Koch Foods in Whitesburg, GA, is seeking an experienced Occupational Health professional to provide frontline medical care and coordinate health services for employees. The role includes performing pre-employment screenings, supporting safety managers, and maintaining workers' compensation records in a busy agricultural processing environment.

The ideal candidate will hold an LPN license or equivalent EMT/Paramedic credentials, with COHN certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) required OR Certified EMT, Paramedic, etc.
• COHN certification or willingness to obtain.
• Prior occupational health experience preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA, ADA, FMLA regulations.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

LPN licensure

Occupational health experience

COHN certification

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

Job DescriptionShift

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!