RN - Employee Health, PRN

Registered Nurse (RN) - Employee Health

PRN

Position Summary:

· Provides and promotes employee health programs to employees, physicians, volunteers and students. Supports the worker’s compensation program and OSHA log for Sovah Health - Martinsville.

· Conducts pre-employment and annual health screening tests for all employees.

· Screens employees who become ill or injured on the job, and makes appropriate referrals for further treatment when appropriate for the employee.

· Monitors, treats, and counsels employees exposed to communicable diseases, based on protocols.

· Administers medications according to standing and/or written orders.

· Documents and maintains accurate and current employee health records.

· Keeps abreast of current theory and practice of nursing.

· Attends educational seminars and courses related to employee health issues.

· Participates on hospital Infection Control Committee and Safety Committee.

· Compiles monthly and quarterly reports for quality assurance and corporate requirements.

· HR contact for student intern/shadowing program.

· Maintains and posts OSHA logs.

· Reports all referred employee injuries to Insurance Carrier.

· Maintains accurate records for Workers’ Compensation claims.

· Makes all follow-up contacts with Carrier representatives, medical caretakers and employee.

· Works cooperatively with Hospital’s WC carrier representatives and medical caregivers to facilitate and expedite the employee’s return to work.

· Arranges for and monitors all temporary light-duty assignments.

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Licensed for 220 beds, SOVAH Health – Martinsville, is a full service, acute-care hospital providing over 22 medical specialties. Among the services we offer are a home health & hospice agency, advanced wound healing center, cardiac rehabilitation center, two cardiac catheterization labs, and medical & radiation oncology services.

Where We Are:

In Martinsville, you can explore culture and arts, enjoy kayaking or hiking and so much more in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From the river to the racetrack, we offer plenty of activities to guarantee that you and your family have a fun-filled and safe place to live!

Why Choose Us:

· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

· Professional development and Growth opportunities

· And much more…

Minimum Qualifications:

· Registered Nurse from the Virginia Board of Nursing or compact State required.

· Minimum of three years' experience in nursing required. Experience in employee health, occupational health preferred.

· Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work guided by protocols under guidance of Medical Director and RN Manager.

· Ability to work under stress; maintain emotional control. Demonstrates ethical and professional behavioral characteristics and attitude.

· Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association required.

EEOC Statement:

SOVAH Health - Martinsville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Job: *Nursing

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Title: RN - Employee Health, PRN

Location: Virginia-Martinsville

Requisition ID: 7455-12587