RN - Employee Health Registered Nurse

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Iowa Des Moines is seeking an Employee Health Registered Nurse to join our Employee Health & Safety team. You will coordinate occupational health services, leave administration, workers' compensation programs, and wellness initiatives for our employees.

You will collaborate with leaders, healthcare providers, and external partners to promote a safe workplace and ensure compliance with federal and state health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• RN license in Iowa (or eligibility).
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in occupational health and/or workers' compensation preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate employee health programs (screenings, immunizations, TB testing).
• Maintain employee health records and regulatory compliance.
• Provide guidance on occupational health, accommodations, and referrals.
• Assist with leave administration (FMLA) and return-to-work processes.
• Coordinate workers' compensation claims and return-to-work plans.
• Coordinate bloodborne pathogen exposure care and prevention initiatives.

Skills

Occupational health

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Make a Difference in Employee Health, Safety, and Well-Being Are you a compassionate and organized healthcare professional who is passionate about supporting employees and promoting a safe workplace? We're seeking an Employee Health Registered Nurse to join our Employee Health & Safety team. In this role, you'll serve as a key resource for employees, leaders, healthcare providers, and external partners while coordinating occupational health services, leave administration, workers' compensation programs, and employee wellness initiatives. You'll play an important role in helping employees navigate health-related situations while ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety regulations.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate employee health programs, including new hire screenings, immunizations, TB testing, and communicable disease follow-up.
• Maintain employee health records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance and support related to occupational health, ADA accommodations, disability programs, and employee referrals.
• Assist with DOT drug testing, substance abuse monitoring, and respiratory protection programs.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, public health agencies, and organizational leaders to support employee health and safety.
• Leave Administration: Administer and manage FMLA and leave of absence cases from start to finish. Review and validate certifications and supporting documentation. Track leave utilization, maintain accurate records, and provide reporting as needed. Support employees and leaders throughout the leave and return-to-work process. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and organizational policies.
• Workers' Compensation & Return-to-Work: Coordinate workers' compensation claims and serve as a case manager for work-related injuries. Investigate incidents and facilitate appropriate care and referrals. Develop and support return-to-work plans focused on employee recovery and success. Conduct ergonomic evaluations and recommend workplace safety improvements. Maintain OSHA logs and workplace injury reporting.
• Bloodborne Pathogen & Exposure Management: Coordinate care and follow-up for bloodborne pathogen exposures. Provide counseling, education, and support to impacted employees. Collaborate with infectious disease specialists and healthcare providers as needed. Monitor trends and contribute to prevention and safety initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a current license to practice in the State of Iowa.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience in occupational health and/or workers' compensation preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive employee information with professionalism.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we're 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.