Staff Nurse I​/II; JR

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Occupational Health Services (OHS) plays a critical role in supporting the health, safety, and operational readiness of our workforce. As part of this team, you will directly contribute to maintaining a safe work environment for thousands of healthcare professionals across the organization.

The Staff Nurse in Occupational Health Services provides comprehensive clinical care, regulatory support, and health screening services to Montefiore associates, students, and affiliates. This role operates in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and requires strong clinical judgment, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage sensitive employee health matters.
The Staff Nurse is responsible for supporting employee clearance processes, managing workplace exposures and injuries, and ensuring all services are delivered in compliance with OSHA, CDC, DOH, and organizational standards.

Location: 57 E Gun Hill Road, Bronx NY
Shift: Monday to Friday 0815A - 0445P;
Alternating weekends

• Conduct post-offer pre-placement (POPP) evaluations, annual assessments, and periodic medical surveillance in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Support return-to-work (RTW) and fitness-for-duty (FFD) processes, including clinical documentation and coordination with providers and leadership.
• Perform respirator fit testing and vision screening (including color vision testing) in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Administer immunizations and medications per protocol; ensure appropriate documentation, patient education, and post-administration monitoring.
• Triage and manage work-related injuries and blood/body fluid exposures (BBPE), ensuring timely evaluation, documentation, and follow-up.
• Respond to urgent employee health concerns within scope and escape appropriately when indicated.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in EPIC and Cority, ensuring all encounters meet clinical and regulatory standards.
• Monitor and maintain vaccine and pharmaceutical inventory; ensure proper storage, handling, and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure clinical equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and compliant with safety standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, operations leadership, and HR to support employee health clearance, accommodations, and compliance workflows.
• Participate in health education and prevention initiatives to support workforce safety and wellness.
• Uphold strict confidentiality while managing sensitive employee health information.
• Deliver professional, respectful, and culturally competent care in all interactions.

Work Environment & Expectations

• High-volume, fast-paced occupational health setting supporting a large healthcare workforce.
• Requires the ability to manage competing priorities, time-sensitive clearances, and regulatory-driven workflows.
• Strong documentation and system navigation skills are essential.
• May require flexibility to support peak operational needs (e.g., onboarding surges, vaccination campaigns).

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State with current registration.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical Registered Nursing (BSN) experience.
• Prior experience in Occupational Health/Employee Health, Emergency Department, and/or outpatient Primary Care.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage sensitive and complex situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with occupational health platforms (e.g., Cority) and EPIC EMR.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, CDC guidelines, and Department of Health (DOH) requirements.
• Experience managing workplace exposures, return-to-work processes, and medical surveillance programs.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate employee health issues requiring discretion, sound judgment, and regulatory awareness.

Additional Information
This is an on-site position; remote work is…