The posting
Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)
Shift will be Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Location: Occupational Medicine – 8950 University Blvd North Charleston, SC Suite 100
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Serves as clinic leader for RSFPP occupational health clinic at specified clinic. Supervises all nursing service activities for occupational health services. Responsible for coordinating, managing, planning, and executing policies and procedures to provide high quality occupational health services that meet all internal and external requirements. Maintains records, investigates accidents and injuries, prepares appropriate reports for OSHA, and ensures compliance with all occupational health, safety, and environmental rules and regulations. Serves as clinic representative on various committees and task forces.
Essential Job Functions
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Functions as a working leader in the on-site clinic.
- Responsible for providing direct patient care and coordinating day to day clinic operations.
- Serves as clinic representative on various committees, task forces, etc.
- Provides direct supervision of clinical staff to ensure quality of care. Rounding, disciplinary actions when appropriate, and annual and mid-year performance appraisals. Interviews and hires qualified clinical staff.
- Support and maintain compliance with the company’s policies and procedures including Drug and Alcohol, ADA and FMLA.
- Facilitates associate referral and coordinates mandatory referral cases to the company’s Employee Assistance Program.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
- Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of South Carolina or holds a current compact/multi-state license as a Registered Nurse in a recognized NCSBN Compact State and is not a permanent resident of SC. Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.
- Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) preferred.
- Primary Source Verification (if applicable): http://www.llr.state.sc.us/, http://www.healthguideusa.org/nursing_license_lookup.htm
Education
- Graduate of an accredited school or college of nursing.
- BSN preferred.
Work Experience
- A minimum of 5 years of RN work experience, 2 of which must have been in an Occupational Medicine setting.
- Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Leadership experience strongly preferred.
Training
- N/A
Language
- N/A
Patient Population
The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a Joint Commission requirement. Also, select the age of the patient population served:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions
This section addresses the physical environment in which the employee will perform the work. Please identify ALL working conditions that apply to the role.
- Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
- Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.
- General office environment.
- May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
- May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
- May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *
- May be required to use physical restraints.
- May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. *
- May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
- May have periods of constant interruptions.
- Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
- Prolonged periods of working alone.
- ____ Other:
* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Physical Requirements
This section addresses the physical demands and work position of the associate in the role. Please identify the frequencies for ALL physical requirements for each physical demand and work position below.
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)
Stoop, Kneel
Crawling
Climbing
Balance
Bending
Frequently standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping. Frequent lifting/moving patients. Intermittent lifting, moving, or carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity. Constant reaching with hands/arms. Frequent talking or hearing. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment. Intermittent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Moderate noise level in work area. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours. May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department.
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
This section addresses the additional physical requirements/hazards on the associate in the role. Please identify ALL additional physical requirements/hazards.
Physical Requirements - Select if a physical requirement for this job.
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity – far
Acuity – near
____ Not applicable to this position
Hazards - Select if a potential hazard for this job.
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Other:
____ Not applicable to this position
Skills
- Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care.
- Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to administer patient care.
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
- Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide on-going patient care.
- Skill in preparing and maintaining records and writing reports.
- Ability to analyze situations and apply critical thinking.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with all levels of employees, management, executives, and other organizations and to address difficult and controversial issues.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite or similar applications.
- Advanced knowledge of current occupational and employee health and safety best practices.
- Advanced knowledge of development and trends in health care practices.
- Ability to build teamwork and trust for employee health and safety programs.
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you’re part of a Misson 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, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
PP Occupational Health - Industry / OCC Medicine - RSFPP - Specialty Care
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].
