Occupational Health Nurse

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE

Department:
Human Resources

Reports to:

Human Resource Business Partner

Location:

Grovetown, GA
FLSA Status:
Salary Exempt

The Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) is responsible for promoting and maintaining the physical, mental, and social well‑being of manufacturing and administrative employees across multiple company locations. This role focuses on preventing and treating work‑related injuries and illnesses, supporting employee wellness initiatives and programs, managing occupational and personal medical leave programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a safe and healthy work environment.

The OHN partners closely with Human Resources, Safety, operational leadership, and external medical providers to support employee health initiatives, reduce workplace risk, and ensure compliance with applicable occupational health and safety regulations. This position supports facilities located in Georgia, Florida, and Canada.

• Injury & Illness Management
• Provides first aid and emergency care to employees injured or ill at work
• Manages all aspects of workers’ compensation cases for all worksites and coordinates with insurance providers as necessary
• Assists with the return‑to‑work process, including assessing fitness for duty and collaborating with management to ensure accommodations for injured workers
• Manages personal medical illnesses/injuries and coordinates all aspects of FMLA, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and ADA cases
• Analyzes occupational injury and illness trends and partners with leadership to support proactive risk reduction initiatives

• Health Surveillance & Monitoring
• Coordinates OSHA‑required medical surveillance programs including audiometric testing, respiratory fit testing, pulmonary function testing, vision screening, and immunization programs
• Maintains accurate and confidential employee medical records in accordance with HIPAA and applicable privacy regulations
• Maintains medical clinic supply inventory, replenishes when necessary
• Performs monthly AED inspections
• Maintains OSHA 300 and 300A logs in conjunction with the Safety team
• Enforces GIW’s Drug & Alcohol Policy and administers drug screens, makes referrals to EAP, and ensures employees are working safely according to policies and procedures

• Employee Health Education & Counseling
• Provides individualized employee health education, coaching, and support
• Delivers company‑wide occupational health and wellness training programs
• Coordinates and manages CPR, Bloodborne Pathogen (BBP), and First Aid certification programs
• Develops and supports employee wellness engagement initiatives focused on overall well‑being
• Coordinates wellness‑related events including health fairs, blood drives, flu vaccine clinics, and preventive health screenings
• Serves as a resource regarding company health benefits and wellness resources

• Collaboration & Advisory
• Partners closely with HR, Safety, and operational leadership to support a safe and healthy workplace culture
• Serves as a health resource and advisor to employees and leadership, provides support and referrals when necessary
• Participates in safety committee meetings and supports continuous improvement initiatives related to employee health and safety
• Ensures compliance with GIW’s company policies and local, state, and federal occupational health and safety laws and regulations

• Risk Management & Emergency Preparedness
• Assists in the development of emergency response plans, including handling workplace accidents, natural disasters, and public health emergencies
• Participates in drills and training programs for emergency response
• Supports workplace incident investigations involving employee injuries or medical events

• Workplace Health Initiatives
• Develops, implements, and evaluates health promotion programs designed to enhance employee well‑being and productivity
• Manages GIW’s wellness program and coordinates annual health screenings, communicates deadlines, and tracks employee engagement
• Coordinat…

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) or related field preferred
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Minimum of 3–5 years of nursing…