RN Occupational Health Services (JR234982)

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Mount Vernon, New York

Montefiore Mount Vernon

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Full time

$96,000.00-$120,000.00

Overview: <p>The Montefiore Mount Vernon Staff Nurse in Occupational Health Services provides comprehensive clinical care, regulatory support, and health screening services to Montefiore associates, students, and affiliates. This role operates in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and requires strong clinical judgment, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage sensitive employee health matters.</p> <p>The Staff Nurse is responsible for supporting employee clearance processes, managing workplace exposures and injuries, and ensuring all services are delivered in compliance with OSHA, CDC, DOH, and organizational standards.</p>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Conduct post-offer pre-placement (POPP) evaluations, annual assessments, and periodic medical surveillance in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.</li> <li>Support return-to-work (RTW) and fitness-for-duty (FFD) processes, including clinical documentation and coordination with providers and leadership.</li> <li>Perform respirator fit testing and vision screening (including color vision testing) in compliance with OSHA standards.</li> <li>Administer immunizations and medications per protocol; ensure appropriate documentation, patient education, and post-administration monitoring.</li> <li>Triage and manage work-related injuries and blood/body fluid exposures (BBPE), ensuring timely evaluation, documentation, and follow-up.</li> <li>Respond to urgent employee health concerns within scope and escalate appropriately when indicated.</li> <li>Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in EPIC and Cority, ensuring all encounters meet clinical and regulatory standards.</li> <li>Monitor and maintain vaccine and pharmaceutical inventory; ensure proper storage, handling, and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.</li> <li>Ensure clinical equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and compliant with safety standards.</li> <li>Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, operations leadership, and HR to support employee health clearance, accommodations, and compliance workflows.</li> <li>Participate in health education and prevention initiatives to support workforce safety and wellness.</li> <li>Uphold strict confidentiality while managing sensitive employee health information.</li> <li>Deliver professional, respectful, and culturally competent care in all interactions.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.</li> <li>Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State with current registration.</li> <li>Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.</li> <li>Minimum of 5 years of clinical Registered Nursing (BSN) experience. Prior experience in Occupational Health/Employee Health, Emergency Department, and/or outpatient Primary Care.</li> <li>Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and documentation skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage sensitive and complex situations.</li> <li>Experience with occupational health platforms (e.g., Cority) and EPIC EMR preferred.</li> <li>Knowledge of OSHA regulations, CDC guidelines, and Department of Health (DOH) requirements preferred.</li> <li>Experience managing workplace exposures, return-to-work processes, and medical surveillance programs preferred.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to navigate employee health issues requiring discretion, sound judgment, and regulatory awareness.</li> </ul>