Employee Health Nurse- RN (Roanoke based)- days- RPT

Position may require occasional travel to Tazewell and Giles Employee Health offices.

Provides a supportive role to Employee Health Services to evaluate the health requirements and work performance status of perspective and current employees, according to established guidelines.

• Performs health evaluations of appropriate current employees on an annual basis.
• Performs evaluations of employees with illnesses or injuries occurring on the job, adhering to established protocols for treatment and physician referrals.
• Works with advisory staff in making referrals for employee health and work status evaluations where needed.
• Provides preventative service and education to employees based on established Employee Health/Infection Control policies in compliance with OSHA, CDC and Workers Compensation guidelines.
• Reviews departmental policies and procedures periodically to remain competent in current and recommended standards.
• Provides health education to prospective and current employees on an as-needed basis.
• Enhances professional development through participation in in-services and continuing educational programs.

Education: Graduate of a Professional School of Nursing, BS degree required or plan in place.

Experience: Minimum of two years professional nursing experience involving interviewing and health assessment skills. Occupational health or employee health background preferred.

Licensure/Certifications/Registration: State of Virginia registered nursing license required.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Maintain current CPR certification.

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