Senior Occupational Health Nurse

Job Summary:

The Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) is responsible for promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of employees by providing occupational health services, managing workplace injuries and illnesses, and supporting health and safety initiatives. The OHN collaborates with management, employees, and external providers to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct pre-employment, periodic, and return-to-work health assessments.
• Provide first aid and emergency care for workplace injuries and illnesses.
• Manage workers’ compensation cases, including documentation and follow-up.
• Monitor and support compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement health promotion and wellness programs.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee health records.
• Participate in workplace hazard assessments and ergonomic evaluations.
• Provide health education and counseling to employees.
• Collaborate with DMMI HRBP team members regarding absence management and/or accommodations.
• Coordinate with external healthcare providers and insurance carriers as needed.
• Other duties related to Safety, Health, Environmental, and Security as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in Michigan. Bachelor's Degree preferred. 
• Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN or COHN-S) preferred.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of nursing experience; occupational health experience preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, workers’ compensation laws, and HIPAA.
• Strong communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in electronic health records and Microsoft Office Suite.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily on-site in an industrial and manufacturing setting.
• May require occasional travel to satellite locations.
• Must be able to respond to medical emergencies and perform physical assessments.

Annual Salary: $68,000-$85,000