VS- Occupational Health Nurse in Framingham, MA at Rangam Infotech Private Limited

Full Time Position Fully Onsite Free Parking

• Massachusetts Board of Nursing Registered Nursing License-unrestricted license
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university

Area of specialization:

• Registered Nursing Degree
• 4+years’ experience in Occupational Health or Emergency Room nursing preferred
• The Occupational RN Nursing Services will support the NA OH in achieving a healthy, safe, and productive workforce for Client employees at the Framingham location.
• This will be achieved by providing comprehensive work-place health services through prevention and early intervention.
• This is accomplished by using best practices to empower our Clientemployees to achieve and sustain their best level of health.
• Workers Compensation injury and illness evaluation (within scope of practice), treatment and case management for sites as assigned
• Clinical services at Occupational Health Center (s), sites as assigned (within scope of practice)
• Deliver, as appropriate, all medical surveillance programs in compliance with Federal requirements and Company guidelines, including but not limited to: Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, Powered Industrial Vehicle, Reproductive Risk Assessment, DOT, Hazmat, Vision, Laser Vision, and any other surveillances needed based on risk assessments.
• Maintain all medical information per OH, legal, HIPAA and ethical guidelines
• Offer evaluation and treatment (within scope of practice) work-related or non work related injuries and illnesses and refer as appropriate
• The OHN will provide nursing and OH support for sites as assigned.
• Assist in accident investigation to ensure completion of all action items related to the health of the employee
• Utilize nursing knowledge, problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills to assess medical surveillance documentation to provide determinations related to the employees’ status in appropriate medical surveillance programs
• Maintain the supplies and equipment of the site Health Centers as assigned.
• Provide Travel Consultations to employees
• Visit the work-site periodically and document observations/recommendations
• Document appropriately in the available electronic medical record system.
• The Occupational Health Nurse will provide critical clinical support to the R&D and Manufacturing operations of her assigned sites.
• Delivery of occupational health services that are needed to meet or exceed regulatory compliance and company guidelines.
• The right candidate will be instrumental in implementing and delivering occupational health programs to employees in order to achieve a healthy and safe work environment.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provide basic first aid to employees
• Workers' Compensation injury and illness evaluation (within the scope of practice), treatment, and case management
• Work closely with HSE regarding Industrial Hygiene data interpretation as related to surveillance/PPE; medical recommendations in work risk assessments; work-related injuries and illnesses prevention; accommodations and return to work
• Assist in accident investigation to ensure completion of all action items related to the health of the employee
• Monitor Covid-19 cases and follow NAOH Covid-19 protocols
• Ensure medical surveillance for employees (Vision, Respiratory, HAZMAT, Hearing) are accurate and up to date through direct communication with employees, managers, and HSE.
• Manage the MERT (Medical Emergency Response Team) to include ongoing training activities
• Hepatitis B immunizations and AEDs for sites as assigned
• Work with site managers and HR regarding work accommodations, return to work, EAP, fit-for-duty evaluations, ADA issues, etc.
• Maintain all medical information per OH, legal, HIPAA, and ethical guidelines
• Appraise safety and health hazards in the work environment during site rounds
• Documenting employee injuries & Illnesses, including follow-up and referrals
• Maintain AEDs and first aid supplies through monthly checks
• Maintain the supplies and equipment of the site Health Center as assigned
• Utilize nursing knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and critical thinking skills to assess medical surveillance documentation to provide determinations related to the employee’s status in appropriate medical surveillance programs
• Support site-specific wellness initiatives
• Provide Travel Consultations to employees
• Keeping good statistical records

Requirements

• Massachusetts Board of Nursing Registered Nursing License-unrestricted license
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• Area of specialization: Registered Nursing Degree
• 4+years’ experience in Occupational Health or Emergency Room nursing preferred
• Strong clinical assessment skills and comfort working independently
• Strong interpersonal & communication skills
• Proficient computer skills a must & strong critical problem-solving skills
• Strong triage skills & Good assessment skills are a must
• CPR/AED certified