Facility Nurse

Job Summary:

The Facility Nurse is responsible for supporting the general health, wellness, safety, and well-being of employees. The position provides comprehensive nursing and health-related services to employees. The position will base out of a fully equipped nurse station and is generally assigned to a primary facility or group of facilities, but will also support and assist with other facilities or locations as needed.

The role is also responsible for supporting the after-hours nurse call line that is specifically designed to support management and assist with work-related and on-the-job incidents that occur during the off-shifts and on weekends.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

* Provide basic medical care, first aid, health and wellness, and other nursing services to employees.

* Serve as a first responder and assist with work-related and on-the-job accidents, injuries or incidents that may involve or affect the health and safety of employees. Must be able to perform CPR and instruct others in an emergency/first response situation.

* Provide post-accident support, follow-up, service, and administration of work-related injuries and cases. This may include transporting employees to receive medical care, attending provider visits with employees and attending workers compensation-related meetings, events or activities.

* Participate in and facilitate health and wellness events for employees located at assigned facilities or other facilities as needed or requested.

* Responsible for managing and maintaining the nurse station, which includes equipment, supplies, files, related materials, and electronics.

* Responsible for recording all required documentation and records in the company Employee Medical Record (EMR) system.

* Responsible for completing and providing all required records, reporting, and related documentation connected to nurse activities, events, and processes.

* Participate in a rotation with other nurses to cover a telephonic after-hours nurse line that provides nursing support and guidance to management for work-related events. There will be the occasional need for an on-site visit.

* Support the administration of the companys Substance Abuse program, which includes the administration and collection of drug testing.

* Provide appropriate and approved counseling and guidance to employees with health, wellness, workers' compensation, and related requests and needs.

* Coordinate and collaborate with others to ensure the overall health, safety, and well-being of employees.

Requirements

* Must have and retain RN/LPN certification and license in the State of Georgia. Other state certifications may be required in order to perform certain duties or roles.

* Must have and retain a valid CPR certification.

* Must have and retain a valid driver's license and provide own transportation with valid insurance.

* Must be computer literate with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook.

* Professional appearance, including adherence to all safety dress/hair code requirements, and a nurse uniform that will be provided by the company.

* Compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, including HIPAA.