Caterpillar, Inc

Nurse

Caterpillar, Inc$81K — $122K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Nurse license in North Carolina
  • Experience in occupational medicine or acute care
  • Ability to navigate online databases
  • Capability to work autonomously
  • Strong confidentiality maintenance
  • Outstanding clinical skills and judgment
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • Excellent organizational abilities

Responsibilities

  • Deliver comprehensive nursing services for employee illness and injury
  • Function independently in clinical situations
  • Lead on-site medical emergency response
  • Represent Corporate Medical Department policies and strategies
  • Innovate and improve occupational medical practices
  • Provide case management for occupational health injuries
  • Evaluate medical documentation for leave and accommodations
  • Consult on evidence-based practice guidelines
  • Assist in evaluating employee return-to-work readiness
  • Maintain accurate medical records
  • Facilitate employee engagement in wellness initiatives
  • Support Environmental Health and Safety in injury investigations

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off plan including vacation and holidays
  • 401(k) savings plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Health Lifestyle Programs
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
  • Career Development opportunities
  • Incentive bonus
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description

Career Area:

Human Resources

Job Description:

The Occupational Health Nurse is an advanced nurse generalist applying clinical occupational nursing practices in a stand-alone focus facility medical station. You may be assigned special assignments and to support the local Human Resources and Environmental Health and Safety 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. 

  • Function as an autonomous nurse with the ability to respond independently to the majority of clinical situations.

  • Respond to and lead on-site medical emergency response. 

  • Represent the Corporate Medical Department, its policies and strategy. 

  • Seek ways to innovate, improve and create best-in-class occupational medical practices.

  • Provide case management services for employees on occupational health injuries.  

  • Act as the centralized repository for medical data and the HIPAA-compliant liaison. 

  • Receive and critically evaluate medical documentation to determine the need for medical leave and the appropriateness of both medical restrictions and accommodations. 

  • Consult and provide feedback to employees and providers on evidence bases practice guidelines.

  • Assist occupational physicians in evaluating employee readiness for return-to-work. 

  • Compile and maintain accurate and complete records within appropriate database(s).

  • Encourage and facilitate employee engagement in wellness initiatives, providing education and resources that support their overall well-being.

  • Assist on site Environmental Health and Safety team in injury investigations, safety walks and other support as needed

What You Will Have:

  • Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina 

  • On the job-related experience in occupational medicine or acute care.

  • Ability to learn and manipulate various online databases.

  • Ability to work autonomously with limited direct supervision. 

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality. 

  • Outstanding clinical skills and judgment. 

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Excellent organization skills. 

What Will Set You Apart:

  • Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.​

  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental health and safety practices.

  • Knowledge in various areas of occupational health and Human resources.

Additional Information 

  • This position does not offer relocation. 

  • This is a THIRD shift position (10:00PM— 6:30AM)

  • Overtime may be available


 

Summary Pay Range:

$81,370.00 - $122,060.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

  • 401(k) savings plans*

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

  • Health Lifestyle Programs*

  • Employee Assistance Program*

  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

  • Career Development*

  • Incentive bonus*

  • Disability benefits

  • Life Insurance

  • Parental leave

  • Adoption benefits

  • Tuition Reimbursement

       

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

 

 

This position requires working onsite five days a week. 

 

 

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

 

Posting Dates:

September 11, 2026 - September 18, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

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Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
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