Occupational Health Nurse- casual
Hennepin HealthcareAbout the role
Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.
Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.
JOB DETAILS
Department: Employee Occupational Health
FTE: Casual
Workdays: on call
Shift(s): no set shifts or hours
Shift Length: 8 hours
Location: In-Person
Purpose of this position: The occupational health nurse uses public health principles to ensure the health and safety of Hennepin Healthcare System’s employee population. The role provides assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing interventions aimed at increasing compliance with regulatory requirements and promoting health and safety. The occupational health nurse provides direct care to employees/clients in accordance with hospital and departmental policy/procedure. The occupational health nurse has primary responsibility for patients during clinic hours.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform pre-placement and periodic surveillance screenings
- Assess and appropriately apply guidelines to manage blood and body fluid exposures, work related injuries and disease exposures
- Evaluate employees for suitability to work and apply work exclusion guidelines. Triage employees presenting to EOHW and provide services or referrals as appropriate
- Administer vaccines, skin testing and medication per standing orders
- Coordinate and execute programs such as respirator fit testing, vaccination and wellness campaigns
- Collaborate with other business units regarding employee health issues, including Infection Prevention, Safety, Human Resources, and Emergency Preparedness
- Accurately document data in the electronic medical record while maintaining employee confidentiality in all aspects of communication and documentation
- Analyze employee health data to ensure compliance and evaluate trends; and prepare associated reports as requested
- Create, review and revise as EOHW policy and procedure as necessary. Active involvement in quality improvement initiatives as assigned
- Maintain knowledge of current compliance and regulatory requirements pertinent to Occupational Health in a healthcare setting. Develop and deliver education to employees on health and s
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