RN, Finger Lakes Occ Health Pgm - (TAR)

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

400 White Spruce Blvd, Suite B, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Time as Reported / Per Diem

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

As Scheduled

Department:

400031 Environ Med - Finger Lakes

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCC 214 H

Compensation Range:

$35.35 - $45.96

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Provides direct support for Finger Lakes Occupational Health Services. Plans and provides patient/client care and case management services. Develops and provides workplace programs and outreach to the community of occupational and environmental health and safety. Works collaboratively with clinical staff and physicians by planning, providing, and evaluating the care of patients/clients. Performs various tests following OSHA guidelines. Administers immunizations, provides patient educational material, and orders medical/pharmaceutical supplies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides direct patient care. Escorts patients to exam rooms. Reviews patient charts to anticipate health needs and organize flow. Obtains and records patient vital signs. Provides direct patient care services per the scope of occupational health practice. Gathers and relays instructions and information between providers, patients, and employers. Contributes to maintaining an accurate, comprehensive recordkeeping system while maintaining medical confidentiality as per local, state, and federal guidelines. Administers immunizations as directed and per scope of practice guidelines. Reviews medications at the time of visit as directed by the provider. Maintains inventory of and orders pharmaceutical/medical supplies, with attention to expiration dates and infection prevention guidelines. Under the supervision and direction of the provider, performs required clinical tests: 12-lead EKG, vision test using Snellen chart, Titmus vision tester, or Ishihara plates, respirator fit-testing per OSHA guidelines, audiometry, and spirometry, urine drug testing procedures. Performs quality assurance and CLIA waiver testing as directed. Complies with all PCA policies and procedures. Complies with standard HIPAA, OSHA, and JCAHO regulations. Provides clinical services at off-site clinics per the scope of occupational health practice. Travels occasionally to local or regional sites.
• Provides Patient Education. Promotes wellness by providing materials and communicating provider instructions.
• Collects medication refill requests and communicates with the provider for direction. Works with calls to pharmacy and patients to ensure timely prescription compliance. Works in tandem with office support staff to schedule client appointments.
• Collects specimens (blood, urine) for laboratory analysis and accurately records lab requisitions. Records and maintains appropriate laboratory logs.
• Counsels patients/clients on reducing risks associated with occupational and environmental health and safety hazards and potential exposures in their home and/or community. Participates in developing workforce/population risk reduction and health surveillance programs and services. Fosters compliance with current laws and regulations governing workplace safety, health, and environmental issues. Interacts with community organizations, including the medical community, businesses, and unions that provide health and safety resources.
• Demonstrates compliance with laws and regulations governing nursing practice. Maintains scientific and regulatory knowledge appropriate to the nursing profession and occupational health.
• Provides nursing activity reports to be included in FLOHS quarterly and annual reporting to NYS DOH. Attends monthly Staff and QA meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing and 1 year of nursing experience required
• Master's degree in Nu