MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

RN Case Manager Occupational Health

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center • $74K — $134K *
Leonardtown, MD 20650In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; BSN preferred
  • 3-4 years of nursing experience required; 1-2 years of occupational health experience preferred
  • Valid RN license in Maryland or DC required
  • COHN certification preferred
  • CPR certification for healthcare providers required within 90 days

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to department goals, adhering to policies, quality, and safety standards
  • Document all data in the electronic medical record accurately and promptly
  • Collaborate with medical providers and risk management for effective case management
  • Develop and implement wellness programs for associates' health and work-life balance
  • Implement health compliance programs as mandated by regulations
  • Evaluate workplace safety and collaborate on injury prevention strategies
  • Manage temporary modified duty program and assess associates' return-to-work capabilities

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work hours
  • Community outreach involvement
Full Job Description
General Summary of Position
Provides nursing care preventive health information and guidance through a comprehensive program that includes first aid care and assistance to associates who become ill or are injured at work and hospital-wide immunizations to prevent spread of communicable diseases. Monitors associates' health to protect patients and associates and to prevent injury and illness. Serves as clinical liaison between associates physicians other care-givers insurance companies/administrators for Worker's Compensation and temporary modified duty program. Works collaboratively with the Occupational Health Team.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
  • Accurately documents all data into the associate electronic medical record (OHM). Accesses documents in other appropriate databases. Provides timely and complete data entry and includes all required information based on Occupational Health practice standards.
  • Collaborates with NP/PA Risk Management WC TPA and medical providers to monitor the progress of case management in terms of established outcomes to coordinate treatment plan ensure appropriate referrals and authorizations are obtained and optimum care and case management is achieved.
  • Develops plans recommends and helps implement wellness programs to improve the health and work-life balance of associates.
  • Implements health compliance programs required for hospital workers as identified by federal state and policy guidelines. Programs include but are not limited to: mandatory influenza program N95 fit testing hearing conservation TB testing and vaccination requirements.
  • Liaises with entities/departments to evaluate the safety of the workplace and collaborates with managers in injury prevention measures and departmental action planning.
  • Manages the temporary modified duty program to ensure safe and timely return to work. Evaluates associates' ability to return to work full-duty or in modified work capacity after an extended absence. Assesses work capability given reason for absence and job responsibilities. Consults with NP/PA as needed.
  • Performs assessment of associates reporting work injuries not requiring treatment or follow-up. Provides appropriate first aid and report review.
  • Performs pre-employment physical to determine the ability of the individual to perform the job for which they are applying. Screens for infectious disease symptoms serious medical conditions or disabilities (except DC). Counsels individual patients regarding exam findings abnormal lab results the appropriate follow-up any implications for personal health and the impact on job performance. Consults with NP/PA as needed.
  • Prepares and administers medications including vaccinations and tuberculosis skin testing according to department policy/procedure. Manages medication and medical supply inventory. Orders supplies based on need and appropriate par levels in a fiscally responsible manner.
  • Provides exposure follow-up including appropriate labwork first aid and/or prophylaxis administration. Provides necessary exposure counseling and inform associate of necessary exposure follow-up. Consults with NP/PA as needed.
  • Provides oversight and compliance tracking for mandatory substance abuse monitoring with NP/PA as needed.
  • Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
    • Minimal Qualifications
    Education
    • Bachelor's degree or comparable experience required and
    • BSN preferred
    Experience
    • 3-4 years Nursing experience required and
    • 1-2 years Occupational health experience preferred
    Licenses and Certifications
    • RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Valid RN license in the State of Maryland or DC required and
    • COHN - Certified Occupational Health Nurse preferred and
    • CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and
    • Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
    Knowledge Skills and Abilities
    • Good physical assessment skills triage and first aid skills.
    • Understanding of workers compensation and OSHA regulations.
    • Good patient education skills.
    • Strong communication skills and intermediate computer skills.

    This position has a hiring range of

    USD $74,214.00 - USD $134,596.00 /Yr.

    About MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

    MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is a medical facility located in Clinton, Maryland. It is a 192-bed acute care hospital that provides a range of services including emergency care, cardiology, cancer care, orthopedics, and women's health. The hospital is part of the MedStar Health system, which is the largest healthcare provider in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region. MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its patients and improving the health of the communities it serves.
    Learn more about MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center
    Size
    1,200 employees
    Industry
    Healthcare
    * Ladders Estimates

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