SummaryOccupational Health Nurse Practitioner - Manager We are seeking an experienced Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner to provide both clinical expertise and operational leadership within our Occupational Health programs.
Leadership & Operational Responsibilities - Oversee daily departmental operations, including supervision of 2 full-time RNs, PRN RNs, and an administrative assistant
- Develop, implement, and evaluate departmental goals, policies, procedures, and standards of practice
- Lead staffing activities including hiring, retention, performance management, evaluations, and disciplinary actions in accordance with policy
- Ensure adequate staffing levels and effective workforce planning
- Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets, financial projections, and cost-effective operations
- Maintain regulatory compliance and incorporate best practices and benchmarking into program development
- Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives and evaluate departmental performance
- Serve as a role model for customer service and foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders
- Provide education, training, mentoring, and guidance to staff and volunteers
- Maintain and analyze employee injury and illness data to support prevention strategies
- Act as a health information resource for employees and managers
Clinical Responsibilities - Provide occupational health services including pre-employment screenings, work-related injury and exposure care, fitness-for-duty evaluations, and employee health assessments
- Deliver direct patient care, counseling, and education per established protocols and standards
- Conduct assessments for impairment, reasonable suspicion, and job-related fitness
- Administer health screenings, immunizations, and preventive care services
- Manage employee health surveillance programs and identify workplace health risks
- Provide initial treatment for work-related injuries and coordinate referrals for workers' compensation cases
- Promote workplace health, safety, injury prevention, and ergonomic best practices
- Ensure compliance with state and federal occupational health regulations
- Collaborate across departments and connect staff with appropriate community resources as needed
Experience: Required: 2-4 years
Education: Required: MSN or DNP
Licenses And Certification: Required: Nurse Practitioner Certification
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