Staff Nurse Occupational Health Clinic (OHR)

Summary:

Responsible for counsel workers about work-related illness and injuries and emotional and/or family problems. They refer clients to employee assistance programs and/or other community resources, and handle and coordinate follow-up care.

Education/Qualifications Required:

• BS Degree in Nursing or Equivalent from Accredited University obtained through personal attending study method (not distant learning or on-line study method)
  

Experience:

• Minimum Two (2) years of experience on a Occupational Health Clinic Unit.

License:

• Current and in good Standing Nursing License/Registration (RN) to practice in country of residence

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs accurate and complete admission assessments
• Monitors and documents the patient’s condition and the effectiveness of care and/or interventions
• Establishes and implements a care plan based on sound nursing theory, scientific principles, professional judgment and individual patient needs
• Evaluates and updates the patient’s plan of care to facilitate the achievement of planned and expected outcomes
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocol
• Assesses for and plans the educational needs of the patient
• Provides teaching and educational material to patients and/or families, which may include diagnosis, tests and procedures, safe and proper use of equipment, use of medications, injury prevention and nutritional needs
• Monitors and resolves customer service issues and provides feedback regarding satisfaction results to Nursing Leadership
• Maintains confidentiality regarding patients and families
• Interacts with patients, families and other visitors in a courteous, helpful manner
• Facilitates the incorporation of patient safety and Magnet principles into clinical nursing care
• Participates in clinical nursing research and supports SSMC research initiatives
• Keeps abreast of best practice information for nursing profession