RN Occupational Health

Premise Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Premise Health in New Haven, CT is seeking an Occupational Health Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to employees. The role focuses on workplace health, safety, injury prevention, and regulatory compliance, including coordinating return-to-work programs for injured workers.

Responsibilities include conducting required screenings, evaluating and treating work-related injuries, administering medications, and maintaining accurate health records.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree and RN license required.
• BSN preferred.
• 3+ years RN experience in occupational health.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS may be required depending on site.
• COHN/COHN-S preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure regulatory compliance in clinical operations.
• Evaluate, treat, and prioritize patient care.
• Coordinate workers' comp case management with TPA and providers.
• Implement return-to-work and transitional duty programs.
• Conduct health screenings and medical testing (EKG, audiometry, vision).
• Maintain medical records and infection control standards.
• Educate employees on health promotion and injury prevention.
• Assist with accident investigations and workplace safety initiatives.

Skills

Occupational health

Regulatory compliance

Clinical assessment

Return-to-work

Emergency care

Documentation

Infection control

Education

ADN/AS nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

EKG equipment

Audiometry equipment

Vision screening tools

Job description

Occupational Health Registered Nurse (RN)

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Position Summary

The Occupational Health Registered Nurse provides high-quality, evidence-based care to employees while supporting workplace health, safety, injury prevention, and regulatory compliance. This role is responsible for evaluating and treating work-related injuries and illnesses, coordinating return-to-work programs, conducting required health screenings, and collaborating with internal and external partners to promote a safe and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to clinical operations, including required physical evaluations and screenings in accordance with OSHA, DOT, CDC, and other applicable standards.
• Evaluate, treat, and prioritize patient care within the Registered Nurse scope of practice.
• Provide evidence-based care to injured workers with a focus on appropriate treatment, recovery, and timely return to work.
• Coordinate workers' compensation case management activities with the Third-Party Administrator (TPA), client representatives, healthcare providers, and other appropriate resources.
• Implement, coordinate, and monitor transitional duty and return-to-work programs for injured employees.
• Perform and document medical testing, screenings, and treatments as required by the site, which may include:
  • EKGs
  • Audiometry
  • Vision screenings
  • Other occupational health testing
• Administer medications and provide emergency care within the legal scope of nursing practice.
• Maintain medical equipment and ensure the clinical environment remains clean, organized, safe, and compliant with infection control standards.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and current patient health records and clinical documentation.
• Educate patients regarding health promotion, injury prevention, wellness, and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, company departments, and outside resources on employee health programs, workplace safety, and injury prevention initiatives.
• Participate in accident and injury investigations as appropriate.
• Assist with workplace safety initiatives, fitness-for-duty programs, and return-to-work evaluations.
• Support health screenings, employee education, and programs designed to promote healthy, safe, and productive workplaces.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Certificate from an accredited School of Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN/A.S.) required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited four-year college or university preferred.
• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the state of practice required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with hands-on training through the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or equivalent healthcare provider program required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required depending on the scope of services at the worksite.
• Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN or COHN-S), Emergency Nursing, or Case Management preferred and may be required for certain locations.
• Minimum of three years of Registered Nurse experience in an occupational health clinic, emergency department, ambulatory care clinic, or similar clinical environment.
• Experience supporting workplace health and safety programs, including:
  • Identification and mitigation of workplace health hazards
  • Employee health screenings and education
  • Fitness-for-duty evaluations
  • Return-to-work evaluations and programs
  • Injury prevention and workplace wellness initiatives

Preferred Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Knowledge of occupational health regulations and workplace safety practices.
• Strong documentation, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with employees, healthcare providers, management, and third-party partners.
• Ability to appropriately prioritize patient care and respond effectively to urgent or emergency situations.