Registered Nurse; RN - Associate Health - Mary Immaculate

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) - Associate Health - Mary Immaculate
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

** Schedule** :
Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, No Weekends, No Holidays!

The Associate Health RN provides services for associates according to BSMH policies and procedures, professional standards, federal regulations, and CDC recommendations.  Services include but are not limited to pre-employment follow-up, associate immunization program, respiratory protection program, communicable disease screening and exposure management.  The Associate Health RN works closely in collaboration and referral with Human Resources partners, people managers, Infection Prevention and Quality & Safety to ensure program success.

+ Maintains current knowledge of associate health regulations, recommendations and accreditation standards applicable to BSMH facilities.  Assist BSMH managers and staff with compliance.  Provide input to policy/ procedures, guidelines, protocols related to associate health services.  Participates in surveillance activities to identify associate health risks.

+ Performs surveillance on associate health records, including new hires, maintaining them in a confidential manner.
Utilizes associate health information system to record and retrieve associate health data and to prepare reports as directed and requested.

+ Collaborates with:  Associate Health Medical Director, Infection Prevention to prevent the spread of communicable disease between patients and staff, Wellness team for referrals and consultations.

+ Participates in direct service delivery, including but not limited to immunizations, TB screening, color discrimination testing, respirator fit testing, communicable and blood borne exposure management.  Organizes testing and immunization programs to include Hepatitis B, influenza and respirator fit testing.

+ Collaborates with managers and Absence Management Specialists for needs related to leave of absence to include FMLA, MLOA, PLOA and ADA leave as accommodation.

+ Mandatory vaccination program compliance and administration

+ Provides pre-service volunteer TB screening and volunteer influenza immunizations.

+ Actively participates in entity committees including but not limited to Infection Prevention, Environment of Care, and Quality and provide data for trending associate risks and strategies for improving associate's health and safety

+  Ensures EMR is updated to reflect patient care as appropriate

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* ** Required*
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* Minimum Education:

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* Bachelor of Science Nursing

** Licensure/Certification*
* ** Required**  **:*
* Registered Nurse in the state practicing

** Licensure/Certification*
* ** Required**  **:*
* BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

** Licensure/Certification Preferred:*
* COHN, COHN-S, or COHN-CM

** Minimum Years and Type of Experience*
* ** Required**  **:*
* A minimum of 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience

** Minimum Years and Type of Experience*
* ** Preferred:*
* A minimum of 2 years of related occupational/associate health nursing

** Functional (Hard) Skill Items - Required*
* Must be familiar with HR Legal & Compliance Law Knowledge (i.e. OSHA, ADA, EEOC, FMLA, etc.)

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Analyzing data or information

Proficient in respiratory protection program and testing

Strong written and communication skills

Analyze data or information and understanding required follow up

Continuous Quality Improvement

Strong verbal communication skills

Proficient in Pure OHS (EMR)

Knowledge of patient care and learning practices

Must be familiar with applicable OSHA, state health department, CDC, Joint Commission

Ability to work in fast paced environment

Able to prioritize job duties

Able to work independently

** Interpersonal (Soft) Skill Items - Required*
* Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Active listening

Collaboration and negotiation skills

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated to resolve issues

Ability to work autonomously

Problem solving skills

Customer Service Focused

Leadership skills

Relationship Building

Flexibility

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being-personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

** What we offer*
* + Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

+ Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

+ Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

+ Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

_Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status._

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual…