Gilliland Plant Occupational Nurse

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Plant Nurse Job Description

Job Summary:

This position is located at the Gilliland Plant in Laurens, SC and reports to the Human Resources Manager. The Plant Nurse position is responsible for adequate administering of first aid treatment of minor injuries and/or illnesses, referral and follow-up of those of a more serious nature, and provide occupational services, including caring of and assisting in preventing occupational injuries on site.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for Pre-work/Back to work physicals
• Responsible for Drug Screens
• Responsible for Hearing Conservation and Pulmonary Program, including respiratory fit tests
• Responsible for maintaining medical clinic (s), equipment, supplies, and maintenance of 1st aid cabinets.
• Responsible for the administering of emergency first aid and the treatment of minor injuries or any illness occurring on the job.
• Responsible for communication between Liberty Mutual (workers compensation provider) and the Plant such as 1st Report of Injury.
• Responsible for transporting or arrange transportation of injured associates to physician’s office and/or hospital.
• Responsible for maintaining associates’ medical folders.
• Maintain adequate knowledge and records of the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
• Coordinate and/or conduct classes in Multimedia First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Bloodborne Pathogens, First Aid, and Hepatitis.
• Responsible for health maintenance programs, teaching health habits.
• Available for counseling on health needs of associates and liaison with other health agencies.
• Lead Health & Wellness Safety Team
• Coordinate awareness activities such as Health Fair and Blood Drives.

Qualifications:

• Ability to spea