Key Responsibilities:

• Program Development and Administration:

  • Develop and administer efficient and professional operations of occupational and employee health services in accordance with Gritman Medical Center's policies and applicable regulations.
  • Create innovative health and safety programs tailored to the organization's workforce and environment.

• Employee Health Services:

  • Provide direct care services, including vaccinations, screenings, and blood titers.
  • Assist new hires and contracted employees with onboarding health requirements and annual vaccinations.
  • Guide injured employees through the Workers' Compensation process until they are able to return to work.

• Collaboration and Consultation:

  • Work with client companies and collaborate with external resources such as healthcare providers, insurance companies, third-party administrators, legal advisors, and state industrial commissions.
  • Promote an interdisciplinary approach to healthcare and advocate for cost-effective health and safety measures.

• Regulatory Compliance:

  • Oversee and educate staff on compliance with regulatory requirements related to employee health matters.
  • Ensure adherence to OSHA and CDC guidelines and Gritman Medical Center policies.

• Record Keeping and Documentation:

  • Secure and develop records and programs related to occupational and employee health services.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of all employee health activities and interventions.

• Committee Participation:

  • Serve as a permanent member of the Safety Committee and the Infection Prevention Sub-Committee.
  • Collaborate with the Infection Prevention Nurse/Officer, Infectious Disease Physician, Emergency Department Physicians, Public Health officials, and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications:

• Education:

  • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.

• Licenses and Certifications:

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Idaho or compact state.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience.
  • Background in Employee Health and Occupational Health is desired but not required.

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of treating and reporting communicable diseases.
  • Proficient in administering vaccinations and understanding healthcare requirements.
  • Ability to perform clinical skills such as immunizations, screenings, and blood titers.
  • Familiarity with OSHA and CDC requirements.
  • Knowledge of Workers' Compensation regulations and processes.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding role.

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • Background in Employee Health and Occupational Health.
  • Occupational Health Certification.

Functional Demands:

• Population Served:

  • Employees, volunteers, students, interns, EMS personnel, physicians, public, vendors, and community-contracted companies.

• Physical Demands:

  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
  • Frequent fine motor skills required for computer use and administering immunizations/titers.
  • Extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking.

• Environmental Conditions:

  • Work primarily conducted in a clinical office environment.
  • Some duties performed in clinical settings.