GE Appliances, a Haier company
Occupational Health Nurse- RN
GE Appliances, a Haier company, Camden, South Carolina, us, 29021
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GE Appliances, a Haier company . At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” The Occupational Health Nurse plays a vital role in promoting employee health and safety within the workplace. Working onsite, you will be responsible for managing and responding to work-related injuries and illnesses, providing immediate care, and coordinating follow-up treatment. Your expertise in occupational health will be instrumental in implementing preventive measures, conducting health assessments, and promoting wellness initiatives to enhance the overall well-being of our workforce. By collaborating closely with management, HR, and safety teams, you will contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting employees in their return-to-work process. Position Occupational Health Nurse- RN Location USA, Camden, SC How You\'ll Create Possibilities Responsibilities
Provide initial assessment of on the job injuries & illnesses and refer for further evaluation as necessary. Initiate assessment documentation and medical case record creation in EMR/Gensuite. Provide direct care, including treatment of occupational injuries & illnesses, and determine readiness for return to work using established medical protocols. Coordinate & provide appropriate care, treatment, and follow-up for work-related health events based on knowledge of the specific work environment. Assess non-occupational illnesses occurring at work, determine the immediacy of treatment, and advise employees to seek care from personal health providers. Provide counseling of employee mental health issues and appropriately refer to and utilize EAP services. Perform health screenings/assessments and complete follow-up procedures, trending, and program evaluation. Provide health-related counseling for employees within the scope of nursing practice. Maintain and safeguard confidentiality of employee health information and health records. Conduct workplace assessments regarding health issues and exposure follow-up. Provide occupational health surveillance testing including pulmonary function testing, audiometric testing, vision screening, and other testing as appropriate on employees identified by EHS and industrial hygiene monitoring. Assist with implementation of health promotion strategies including group and individual health education activities. Participate in safety, HR, and other plant meetings regarding medical, health and wellness, plant healthcare costs, emergency response and other objectives. Provide site-specific programs (e.g., Health and Wellness Programs) as indicated by medical direction. Collaborates with EHS to perform Health & Safety Framework element(s). Coordinates training and medical response drills for First Aid Responders: First Aid, CPR/AED and Bloodborne pathogens. Minimum Education
Baccalaureate (preferred) or associate’s degree in nursing Certification in occupational health nursing preferred (COHN, COHN-S) or other discipline (CEN, CCRN) Current, unencumbered RN license to practice as a registered nurse in the state(s) of employment & practice Minimum Experience
Three (3) or more years nursing experience required; Five (5) years or more nursing experience preferred Experience in occupational health, community health, ambulatory care, critical care, or emergency nursing preferred Knowledge of case management, workers’ compensation, and government (OSHA) regulations & additional education appropriate to the work setting, e.g., drug and alcohol specimen collection, pulmonary function testing, hearing conservation (CAOHC) AED/CPR Healthcare provider certified Role Requirements
Ability to make independent nursing judgments, solve problems, and prioritize workload. Excellent written & oral communication skills. Maintain a professional & friendly attitude with all levels of the workforce. Basic computer skills (MS Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook) required Our Culture
GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If you need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or apply, please email ask.recruiting@geappliances.com. GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.
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Join to apply for the
Occupational Health Nurse- RN
role at
GE Appliances, a Haier company . At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” The Occupational Health Nurse plays a vital role in promoting employee health and safety within the workplace. Working onsite, you will be responsible for managing and responding to work-related injuries and illnesses, providing immediate care, and coordinating follow-up treatment. Your expertise in occupational health will be instrumental in implementing preventive measures, conducting health assessments, and promoting wellness initiatives to enhance the overall well-being of our workforce. By collaborating closely with management, HR, and safety teams, you will contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting employees in their return-to-work process. Position Occupational Health Nurse- RN Location USA, Camden, SC How You\'ll Create Possibilities Responsibilities
Provide initial assessment of on the job injuries & illnesses and refer for further evaluation as necessary. Initiate assessment documentation and medical case record creation in EMR/Gensuite. Provide direct care, including treatment of occupational injuries & illnesses, and determine readiness for return to work using established medical protocols. Coordinate & provide appropriate care, treatment, and follow-up for work-related health events based on knowledge of the specific work environment. Assess non-occupational illnesses occurring at work, determine the immediacy of treatment, and advise employees to seek care from personal health providers. Provide counseling of employee mental health issues and appropriately refer to and utilize EAP services. Perform health screenings/assessments and complete follow-up procedures, trending, and program evaluation. Provide health-related counseling for employees within the scope of nursing practice. Maintain and safeguard confidentiality of employee health information and health records. Conduct workplace assessments regarding health issues and exposure follow-up. Provide occupational health surveillance testing including pulmonary function testing, audiometric testing, vision screening, and other testing as appropriate on employees identified by EHS and industrial hygiene monitoring. Assist with implementation of health promotion strategies including group and individual health education activities. Participate in safety, HR, and other plant meetings regarding medical, health and wellness, plant healthcare costs, emergency response and other objectives. Provide site-specific programs (e.g., Health and Wellness Programs) as indicated by medical direction. Collaborates with EHS to perform Health & Safety Framework element(s). Coordinates training and medical response drills for First Aid Responders: First Aid, CPR/AED and Bloodborne pathogens. Minimum Education
Baccalaureate (preferred) or associate’s degree in nursing Certification in occupational health nursing preferred (COHN, COHN-S) or other discipline (CEN, CCRN) Current, unencumbered RN license to practice as a registered nurse in the state(s) of employment & practice Minimum Experience
Three (3) or more years nursing experience required; Five (5) years or more nursing experience preferred Experience in occupational health, community health, ambulatory care, critical care, or emergency nursing preferred Knowledge of case management, workers’ compensation, and government (OSHA) regulations & additional education appropriate to the work setting, e.g., drug and alcohol specimen collection, pulmonary function testing, hearing conservation (CAOHC) AED/CPR Healthcare provider certified Role Requirements
Ability to make independent nursing judgments, solve problems, and prioritize workload. Excellent written & oral communication skills. Maintain a professional & friendly attitude with all levels of the workforce. Basic computer skills (MS Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook) required Our Culture
GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If you need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or apply, please email ask.recruiting@geappliances.com. GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.
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