Occupational Health Nurse

Career Area:

Human Resources

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services, and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.

And we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.

Caterpillar has a great opportunity for an Occupational Health Nurse in East Peoria - IL . Safety is our number one priority at every location across the globe. If you like working in fast paced, inclusive, environment - Caterpillar is the place for you! Come be a part of our diverse team and make a difference!

At Caterpillar, we're working to help our customers build a better world. We wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today without the exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people who get the job done. This is your chance to help us make progress possible around the world – for our customers, for growing communities and for every member of our team. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self-starter to join our Product Support and Logistics Division as an Occupation Health Nurse in our East Peoria, IL facility.

Job Summary:

The Occupational Health Nurse is an advanced nurse generalist applying clinical occupational nursing practices in large high-volume medical clinics, stand-alone focus facility medical stations or administrative office environments. You may be assigned special assignments and to support the local Human Resources department’s strategy. You will serve as a highly skilled, autonomous occupational health nurse within the Corporate Medical Department, servicing stakeholders that may include Operations, EH&S, HR organizations, Compensation and Benefits and the Corporate Medical team.

What You Will Do:

• Delivery of comprehensive nursing services related to employee illness and injury. Including, but not limited to, responding to and even leading on-site medical emergency response.
• Function as an autonomous nurse with the ability to respond independently to most clinical situations. Including health assessments and screenings for employees who are experiencing health related issues at work.
• Conduct health and safety audits of the facility to identify potential health risks. Understanding state health and safety risks to prepare facility and employees for action in the event of a safety crisis. IE: uncontrolled fire, wildfire
• Represent the Corporate Medical Department, its policies and strategy.
• Act as the centralized repository for medical data and the HIPAA-compliant liaison. Addressing health and safety concerns with HR.
• Support C+B and HR in the administration of various disability plans and payroll policies.
• Consult and provide feedback to employees and providers on evidence bases practice guidelines.
• Compile and maintain accurate and complete records within appropriate database(s).

What You Have:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois, CPR certification.
• 3 to 5 years of job-related experience in occupational medicine or acute care.
• Nursing Assessment and Care - HNU: Knowledge of the policies and activities regarding nursing assessment and care; ability to assess patients' nursing care needs, develop and implement a nursing care plan, monitor progress, and adjust as necessary.
• Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• Medical Record Keeping: Knowledge of the concepts, methods, tools, and applications used in medical record management: ability to document, manage and maintain patient medical records following established processes and guidelines.
• Time Management: Creating a work schedule that allows for day-to-day tasks to be set by priority. Being flexible with scheduling and hours to manage workload during off shifts while prioritizing work life balance.
• Medical Charting: Understanding the source of injury, reporting on the core factors, making assessments, and recording inf