Per Diem Occupational Health Nurse - RN

Job Details:

Job Location:

Jonesboro, AR - Jonesboro, AR 72401, Position Type:
Per Diem, Travel Percentage:
None, Job Category:
Nursing, Job Summary

The onsite professional will provide first aid and medical care to clinic employees as requested/needed, and within the RN scope of practice, following treatment care guidelines set forth by the occupational health director and client policy / procedures.

• Provide onsite treatment / management of injuries and minimize the need for off-site medical treatment.
• Give on-site care, first aid and follow up to occupationally injured/ill workers.
• Manage open workers comp and short-term disability cases as needed.
• Maintain a medical record database and provide reports to management as applicable.
• Maintain OSHA records as applicable.
• May perform medical testing including but not limited to: TB tests, blood draws, immunizations, drug screening, vision tests, hearing tests, respirator fit tests and medical evaluations.
• May perform First Aid, CPR, AED and other training as necessary.
• Maintain clinic supplies for treatment and preventative measures in the workplace.
• Provide preventative health education as needed.
• Provide First/Aid CPR instruction.
• Provide various monthly wellness education to employees.
• Performs additional duties and assumes additional responsibilities as identified by supervisor for the efficient operation of Work Care.

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a valid RN license in the state of Arkansas.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing is highly preferred.
• Must hold current BLS certification.
• 3–5 years’ experience required.
• 2-3 years’ experience in an urgent care, emergency department or occupational health setting preferred.
• Certification in Occupational Health preferred.

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
• Strong critical thinking skills; problem solving, and decision making.
• Must have the ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to create and edit written materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and clients.
• Strong time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to meet and exceed daily and weekly individual performance goals.
• Ability to work independently as well as assisting other team members when needed.
• Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Strong clinical skills.
• Strong client-facing and teamwork skills.

• Must be competent in the Windows operating system environment, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and learn other software as needed.

• Requires sitting for long periods of time, working at a desk.
• Some bending and stretching could be required.
• Working under stress and using a computer/phone is required.
• Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard.
• Occasionally may be required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and/or crouch.
• Ability to lift/move up to 40 pounds and climb stairs.
• Must be able to navigate uneven surfaces.

• Mainly indoor, office environment conditions.
• The noise level is usually moderate.
• Air quality is good and temperature is controlled.
• Ability to work in environments with varying climate conditions and potential exposure to odors and noise.

Final compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and…