Job Description

The Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) is a licensed health care professional responsible for the design, development, administration, training and evaluation of Occupational Health Services and Wellness programs for BD, Broken Bow. The OHN develops policies and procedures for Occupational Health Services that are compatible with corporate goals and objectives, as well as coordinates the worker’s compensation and health/wellness programs for the site. Essential Functions: Responsible for programs to impact the health and wellbeing of Associates including assessment, nursing care, and referral for occupational and non-occupational illnesses and injuries. Designs, develops, implements, and manages Employee Health and Wellness Programs, policies, and protocols to meet Corporate Health goals and objectives and meet strategic goals of the business. Develops and implements health surveillance programs for employees at potential risk for occupational exposures and illnesses. Consults and coordinates services with benefits administrators to maintain quality and cost-effective use of company medical, disability and workers compensation benefit plans. Liaison for contract agencies and human resources for management of FMLA. Manages Employee Assistance Program. Administers Hearing Conservation Program for all employees at risk. Manages and coordinates Business compliance to OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard. Manages Physical Capacity Profile assessment process. Promotes safe work environment as a member of Safety Steering Team. Manages Worker’s Compensation. Along with the Safety and Training Supervisor, has responsibility for Emergency Preparedness. Maintains contact with regional and national organizations related to occupational health. Maintains all individual medical records confidentially and according to legal and company guidelines. Complies with all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies and procedures. Complies with all local BD quality policies/procedures/practices through consistent application of sound Quality Assurance principles. Minimum Requirements: Education: Associates Degree in nursing required. BSN preferred. Current Nebraska Nursing License required Experience: 1 – 3 years’ experience providing nursing services, preferably in an occupational/ manufacturing setting. Knowledge And Skills: Strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasion and interpersonal skills. Equipment Use: Ability to manually operate a computer with a standard keyboard. Working Conditions: The position is subject to inside environmental conditions typically associated with an office environment. Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr BD Nogales Norte

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