BD (Tissuemed Ltd)
Job Description Summary
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. Additionally, the OHN leads the ADA/Job Accommodation process, promotes health maintenance, prevention of illness and injury, coordinates regulated medical surveillance, and provides consultative guidance on occupational health issues. The OHN communicates with Human Resources and Plant Leadership concerning health related situations and develops intervention programs to support strategic objectives. The OHN is a strategic partner with the Safety and Training Supervisor in the implementation of site safety programs.
Job Description We are
the makers of possible
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a
maker of possible
with us.
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. Promotes health maintenance and prevention of illness and injury at work and in the community.
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. Consults with Associates and leadership, regarding FMLA time.
Manages Employee Assistance Program. Principal interface with HR and EAP for supervisor referrals for job performance issues, counsels with associate and facilities referrals to EAP as appropriate. Provides confidential counseling and advisor on health matters.
Administers Hearing Conservation Program for all employees at risk, including monitoring and surveillance. Coordinates with Safety and Training Supervisor for noise hazard analysis, counseling employees regarding noise exposure and hearing loss as necessary.
Manages and coordinates Business compliance to OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard. Identifies that all associates at risk complete annual training. Administers Hepatitis B immunization program.
Manages Physical Capacity Profile assessment process.
Promotes safe work environment as a member of Safety Steering Team. Provides analysis of occupational illness and injury data to assist Safety Steering Team and site leadership in the development of health and safety programs.
Manages Worker’s Compensation. Completes all business, federal (OSHA), state and insurance reporting requirements. Maintains OSHA log and other reports as required by regulation and corporate departments. Provides on‑going case management for all Associates sustaining an occupational injury or illness. Knowledgeable of OSHA and Worker’s Compensation legal requirements. Provides analysis of Worker’s Compensation costs and identifies areas where loss experience can be improved.
Along with the Safety and Training Supervisor, has responsibility for Emergency Preparedness. Schedules training for the Emergency Response Team, participates in Hazmat training exercises, maintains the AED’s and other emergency equipment. Participates on the Business Continuity / Pandemic team.
Maintains contact with regional and national organizations related to occupational health. Monitors legislative and regulatory occupational health developments. Keeps abreast of new developments in the field. Communicates data to appropriate personnel within the business. Utilizes community resources as appropriate for the benefit of Associate’s health and safety.
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 including RCRA Hazardous waste regulations.
Complies with all local BD quality policies/procedures/practices through consistent application of sound Quality Assurance principles.
Other duties as assigned.
Other Responsibilities
Complies with, and responsible for enforcing, all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies/procedures.
Complies with all local BD quality policies/procedures/practices through consistent application of sound Quality Assurance principles. Ensures compliance through appropriate communication, training, and education of sound Quality Assurance principles. Responsible for the activities and programs as defined for this position in the Quality Systems Manual – BD Broken Bow.
Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.
Observes all safety, environmental and quality system standards.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by their Facilitator.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an \
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Job Description We are
the makers of possible
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a
maker of possible
with us.
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. Promotes health maintenance and prevention of illness and injury at work and in the community.
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. Consults with Associates and leadership, regarding FMLA time.
Manages Employee Assistance Program. Principal interface with HR and EAP for supervisor referrals for job performance issues, counsels with associate and facilities referrals to EAP as appropriate. Provides confidential counseling and advisor on health matters.
Administers Hearing Conservation Program for all employees at risk, including monitoring and surveillance. Coordinates with Safety and Training Supervisor for noise hazard analysis, counseling employees regarding noise exposure and hearing loss as necessary.
Manages and coordinates Business compliance to OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard. Identifies that all associates at risk complete annual training. Administers Hepatitis B immunization program.
Manages Physical Capacity Profile assessment process.
Promotes safe work environment as a member of Safety Steering Team. Provides analysis of occupational illness and injury data to assist Safety Steering Team and site leadership in the development of health and safety programs.
Manages Worker’s Compensation. Completes all business, federal (OSHA), state and insurance reporting requirements. Maintains OSHA log and other reports as required by regulation and corporate departments. Provides on‑going case management for all Associates sustaining an occupational injury or illness. Knowledgeable of OSHA and Worker’s Compensation legal requirements. Provides analysis of Worker’s Compensation costs and identifies areas where loss experience can be improved.
Along with the Safety and Training Supervisor, has responsibility for Emergency Preparedness. Schedules training for the Emergency Response Team, participates in Hazmat training exercises, maintains the AED’s and other emergency equipment. Participates on the Business Continuity / Pandemic team.
Maintains contact with regional and national organizations related to occupational health. Monitors legislative and regulatory occupational health developments. Keeps abreast of new developments in the field. Communicates data to appropriate personnel within the business. Utilizes community resources as appropriate for the benefit of Associate’s health and safety.
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 including RCRA Hazardous waste regulations.
Complies with all local BD quality policies/procedures/practices through consistent application of sound Quality Assurance principles.
Other duties as assigned.
Other Responsibilities
Complies with, and responsible for enforcing, all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies/procedures.
Complies with all local BD quality policies/procedures/practices through consistent application of sound Quality Assurance principles. Ensures compliance through appropriate communication, training, and education of sound Quality Assurance principles. Responsible for the activities and programs as defined for this position in the Quality Systems Manual – BD Broken Bow.
Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.
Observes all safety, environmental and quality system standards.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by their Facilitator.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an \
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