Occupational Health Nurse Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Occupational Health Nurse Supervisor

Working at Abbott

At Abbott you can do work that matters grow and learn care for yourself and your family be your true self and live a full life. Youll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution

• Tuition reimbursement the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors degree.

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity working mothers female executives and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our St Paul MN location for our Electrophysiology Medical Device Abbotts Electrophysiology (EP) business were advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives. We are seeking a high caliber Occupational Health Nurse Supervisor who delivers health careservices to workers and worker populations within an occupational setting to assist ill and injured
employees to reach maximum health and productivity.

What Youll Work On:

• Functions as a clinical case manager and coordinates an individual clients health care servicesacross multiple systems from the onset of injury or illness to a safe return to work or an optimalalternative. Care is coordinated with a focus on achieving quality care delivered in a cost-effectivemanner. Using a unique knowledge of employees their social or family system and the work environment the occupational health nurse assesses plans implements coordinates monitors andevaluates the care for clients.

• Provides leadership and supervision for assigned occupational health nurses and oversees program

• its effectiveness and execution while reporting to division EHS leader. Supports assigned locationoccupational health and wellness programs and initiatives.

• Practices within the parameters of professional licensure to ensure consistency with legal labor regulatory and corporate requirements.

• Collaborates with management and the broad Environmental Health and Safety staff to carryout mutual division and corporate objectives.

• Acts as a professional health resource for the organizations management in planning andmaintaining initiatives and programs that meet defined goals and objectives.

• Provides initial assessment of occupational injuries illnesses and exposures and may treat orrefer for further evaluation as necessary in accordance with clinical guidelines and protocols.

• Assesses the broad spectrum of client needs including physical and psychosocial factors usingdata from various sources including but not limited to aggregate case/claims experienceemployer representatives other health care providers health records and third-partyrepresentatives.

• Assesses non-occupational sudden illnesses occurring at work determines the immediacy oftreatment and gives guidance to seek care from emergency/personal health care providers.

• Develops a plan of nursing care based on identified needs and problems and assists with thedevelopment of primary secondary and tertiary prevention and health promotion strategies tooptimize health and prevent injuries and illnesses.

• Develops processes for identifying situations that require early intervention to maximize desiredoutcomes.

• Coordinates nursing process to generate consistent documentation of treatment interactiveprocess and administrative aspects.

• Establishes generic and specific communication plans involving internal and external parties asappropriate.

• Identifies qualifications and expectations for and monitors and evaluates outcomes and qualityof services delivered by health care providers and vendors in the treatment and rehabilitationnetwork.

• Collaborates with treatment rehabilitation providers third party representatives tocoordinate/provide for the appropriate care treatment and follow-up of work related healthevents based on knowledge of the specific work environment for optimal outcomes.

• Assists supervisors and employees with return to work issues including work restrictionsmodified scheduling and job accommodations.

• Provides health-related counseling for supervisors and employees within the scope of nursingknowledge and practice.

• Supports site and division emergency coordinator program training and overall coordination.

• Conducts workplace walkthroughs/assessments and exposure follow-up.

• Maintains and safeguards privacy and confidentiality of business and protected healthinformation.

• Participates in the development of related policies procedures and work instructions.

Required Qualifications

Registered Professional Nurse with current State license to practice.
Degree in Nursing; plus minimum 8 years experience in Occupational Health or Community Health
(Hospital Emergency Room etc.)
4yr RN Degree Preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills solid knowledge of Occupational Health and
excellent computer skills required.
The ability to perform independently interact well with all levels of employees and make well
informed decisions is required.
Supervisory experience preferred
Detailed knowledge of OSHA and other federal regulations that govern the workplace.
Detailed knowledge of Workers Compensation regulations.
Working knowledge and application of business concepts procedures and practices.
Will perform this job in a quality system environment.

What We Offer

At Abbott you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority

• Production areas that are clean well-lit and temperature-controlled

• Training and career development with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance

• Financial security through competitive compensation incentives and retirement plans

• Health care and well-being programs including medical dental vision wellness and occupational health programs

• Paid time off

• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match

• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employee diversity.

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In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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