Employee Health Nurse

POSITION PURPOSE

Under general supervision of the Director, the Employee Health Nurse is responsible for the administration of efficient and professional operations of employee health services in accordance with policies and procedures, practices, and applicable regulations.   Endeavors to promote health and safety to all employees, providers, volunteers and contract staff.  This includes injury/exposure prevention and treatment, follow up with employee illnesses and injuries, vaccination program administration and promoting a safe work environment.  Works in conjunction with the Infection Prevention Practitioner under the direction of the Medical Director and Chairman of the Infection Control Committee.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible.  However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.

• Conducts educations for new employees in hospital orientation and onboarding regarding Employee Health guidelines.
• Conducts new and annual employee health screenings and vaccine clinics to include immunizations.
• Plans and implements other vaccine programs as directed by applicable regulatory agencies.
• Conducts TB screening for all new employees, medical staff practitioners and volunteers according to the Hospital TB control plan and/or at least annually. Conducts baseline and follow-up testing for all employees with TB exposures.
• Keeps current file of employees, providers, volunteers, and contractors vaccinations or attestations as applicable including employee health records.
• Oversees employee blood and body fluid exposure program in conjunction with Infection Preventionist.  Administers investigative follow-up for exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material involving employees.  Initiates follow-up testing as required for blood borne disease.  Provides pre and post counseling for exposed employees, volunteers, medical staff, or contract personnel.  Completes required documentation of exposure, follow-up and reporting, and maintains record of exposures.
• Plans, implements and conducts annual TB and bloodborne pathogen training to employees, physicians, volunteers and contract staff in required departments. Provides education on an as needed basis regarding hand washing and isolation practices in conjunction with the Infection Preventionist.
• Participates on the Infection Control Committee and other committees at the request of leadership.
• Provides initial assessment of employee injuries; ensures proper reports are made to Workers Compensation Insurance carrier and follows up with injured workers as needed.
• Maintains summaries and written reports required for employee illness/injury reporting as indicated by OSHA, including the OSHA 300 report. 
• Trends employee illnesses/injuries to identify safety and health issues, providing a proactive strategy to injury prevention and timely addresses trends identified.
• Maintains confidentiality between the health care professional and the employee as required by OSHA, HIPAA, professional ethics codes, and individual state privacy acts.
• Maintains and updates Employee Health- related policies and protocols as needed.
• Assists the Infection Preventionist with NHSN reporting and other duties to comply with overall infection prevention and control program.
• Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct. 
• Maintains confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI.  
• Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately.
• Performs all other related duties as required and assigned.

LATITUDE, CONTACTS/INTERACTIONS

All positions of Huntsville Memorial Hospital are part of an interdisciplinary team, and as such, participate in the care and service delivery process through effective interaction with other team members.  Primarily interacts with hospital staff, medical staff, and job candidates.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Graduate of a vocational nursing program required.
• Experience: Prior hospital experience required. 
• License/Certifications: Current licensure as a Licensed Vocation Nurse in the State of Texas required.
• Required Skills: Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, organizational, oral and written communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Frequent: sitting, standing, walking, & reaching.
• Occasional: lifting, carrying, bending, & squatting,
• Visual and hearing acuity required.  Work is inside, with good ventilation and comfortable temperature.
• Possible exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Paid Time Off

• Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Training & Development

• Wellness Resources