Occupational Health Nurse

Overview

Herc Rentals is a leading equipment rental supplier in North America. The Occupational Health Nurse strengthens field medical support and employee health initiatives, collaborating with the Risk Department to proactively manage claims, workers’ compensation, workplace injuries, OSHA recordables, and overall employee health including mental health.

• Collaborate with the Risk Department and Workers’ Compensation Department to manage and mitigate workers’ compensation claims, OSHA recordables, and other workplace injuries.
• Work with the Safety Department to develop and implement health and safety initiatives, policies, and best practices to safeguard workers and promote wellbeing.
• Establish and maintain a network of qualified physicians aligned with Herc’s operational locations; manage relationships and contracts with contracted clinics and physicians.
• Provide intake of initial injury reports and coordinate timely and appropriate healthcare services for occupational incidents.
• Serve as a field-based clinical resource for employees and management regarding health-related incidents, claims, and injury management.
• Assess work-related injuries and provide guidance on injury management and claims processes.
• Evaluate employees’ medical and occupational history, subjective complaints, and physical examination findings to inform care and workplace decisions.
• Support the Return to Work (RTW) Program, collaborating with HR, branch managers, and other departments on RTW notes and restrictions.
• Provide intervention, EAP coordination, and crisis support for employee health concerns, with emphasis on mental health and well-being.
• Act as a liaison between field operations, risk management, and external medical providers to ensure seamless communication and care coordination.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all cases, interventions, and communications.
• Support compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements.
• Participate in training and education initiatives for field staff on health, safety, and injury prevention.

• Significant medical background (RN, paramedic, or similar clinical experience strongly preferred).
• Experience in occupational health, workers’ compensation, or employee wellness programs is a plus.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel to field locations as needed.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Req #: 69795

$95,000 - $120,000 salary

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.