RN Caregiver Health

The Caregiver Occupational Health Nurse rles Health System develops, implements and administers programs that support the organization’s caregiver and occupational health functions including required immunizations, exposure control and follow up. The Caregiver Occupational Health Nurse will provide services to all St. Charles Health System locations as assigned. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.

• Maintains accurate records of licensed independent providers vaccinations/TB testing to be given to Medical Staff Service for provider records.
• Maintains accurate records of all contract and agency employees in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Maintains a complete and confidential health record on each caregiver according to established work instructions and regulatory requirements.
• Collects, analyzes, and reports caregiver health activities and exposure data statistics and trends; recommends and implements process improvements.
• Investigates and tracks caregivers following exposure to blood and body fluids and other infections exposures as listed in communicable disease policy. Provides appropriate follow-up care, including HIV, Hep B, and Hep C testing and treatment counseling. Maintains investigative documentation of each exposure. Consults with Infection Prevention and Infectious Disease Medical Director for exposure follow up. Accesses and reviews patient records in EMR system for chart review, lab results and to monitor follow up.
• Counsels or refers caregivers regarding health issues or questions.
• Interacts with St. Charles Health System leaders and staff to provide caregiver occupational health information through staff meetings, daily huddles, written and other communications.
• Assesses the work environment for potential health and safety issues. Provides counsel and recommendations on ways to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
• Administers and/or oversees assigned caregiver occupational health programs such as annual N-95/PAPR fit testing, hearing tests, and other testing as required.
• Develops, regularly reviews and implements work instructions and policies to support and maintain compliance of the caregiver occupational health function.
• Maintains current knowledge of best practices for caregiver and occupational health. Advises leaders on processes and steps to maintain compliance with health and safety requirements as it relates to caregiver occupational health strategies.
• Participates on assigned committees such as the safety committee, infection control committee and product evaluation committee.
• Provides additional coverage and assistance to Infection Prevention and Infectious Diseases Medical Director in the event of any disaster situation (infections or otherwise).
• Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, and caregiver.
• Participates in creating intentional relationships and demonstrates focus attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
• Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures for medication administration.
• Documents all caregiver care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory agencies.
• Coordinates caregiver health function rles Health System by ensuring new hires have completed health assessments, required immunizations, and TB testing.
• Maintains a proactive, preventative presence to ensure the health and well-being of caregivers.
• Provides immunizations to caregivers, volunteers, and licensed independent practitioners as directed. Performs annual influenza vaccinations for caregivers, volunteers, and licensed independent practitioners. Maintains all records of immunizations.
• Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
• Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP
  - Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• Conducts all activities with the highest standards of…