Registered Nurse (RN) - Occupational Health
Southwest Research Institute
San Antonio, TX

ASST. OCCUP. HEALTH NURSE - OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE - Part-Time

Who We Are: Our team of occupational nurses provide a variety of nursing care and perform medical surveillance monitoring to maintain the safety and to maximize the overall health of our employees. Objectives of this Role: * Responsible for providing primary and emergency care of occupational and non-occupational illnesses and injuries to our employees. * Perform the required health monitoring and screening test for specified programs such as drug/alcohol testing and hearing test. * Perform clinical duties and assist the physician as needed. * Comply with OSHA regulations and standards. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: * Ability to multi-task and possess strong clinical skills. * Assist the clinic physician, triage patients, perform EKG's, lab draws, injections, provide treatment and referrals as directed. * Ability to respond to medical emergencies; arrange for patients to be transported to local medical facilities. * Evaluate and treat injuries and illnesses in an efficient and professional manner within the scope of practice and consistent with clinical guidelines. * Maintain close communication with the nurse manager, Environmental Health and Safety and Human Resources. * Responsible for monitoring the health, well-being, and safety of our employees. * Establish safety and health standards that conform with the regulations set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). * Perform medical surveillance (e.g., hearing conservation, spirometry, immunizations etc.). * Support Environmental Health and Safety, Operations, and Human Resources in injury prevention, health surveillance, and prevention of potential hazards in the work environment. Requirements: * Requires a Bachelors in Nursing. * 2-6 years: Experience working in a clinical setting. Perform tasks effectively while handling multiple priorities. ICU and emergency nursing or related experience handling medical emergencies. * 2 -6 years: Must be able to interact with staff members and health professionals. * 2 -6 years: Knowledge of nursing standards and protocols in an occupational setting; worker's compensation, OSHA regulations, occupational disease. * Registered Nurse license and CPR certification. * A valid/clear driver's license is required. Special Requirements: Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here. For benefits information at all other locations, click here. An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disabled/Veteran Committed to Diversity in the Workplace