What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Health Nurse - LPN (Night Shift) position at AMERICAN Cast Iron Pipe Company?
AMERICAN Cast Iron Pipe Company is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for our employees. We are seeking an Occupational Health Nurse (LPN) to join our team and support the well-being of our workforce.
In this role, you will assess work-related injuries, document and track cases, and coordinate employee injury/illness cases, transitional duty, and return to work status. You will also conduct drug and alcohol screenings, maintain accurate health records, and support annual testing programs such as audiology and mobile equipment eye exams. This position works closely with employees, the Safety Department, Human Resources Division, and departmental supervisors.
It is important to note that you will utilize your nursing skills, but this job will be administratively heavy maintaining records for audiology, mobile equipment and other processes as assigned.
What We're Looking For:
- Night Owl? Perfect! Must be willing to work the third-shift Occupational Health Nurse hours which will be 9:00 PM - 5:30 AM, Sunday through Thursday.
- Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Alabama.
- Experience: Three (3) or more years of experience in occupational health or clinical triage with knowledge of resources like audio metrics, spirometry, vision testing, and other testing considered appropriate for occupational disease surveillance.
- Documentation Management: Proficiency in utilizing computer software, including word processing and spreadsheet applications like Word and Excel, is a fundamental requirement for this role. The ability to effectively manage various digital tasks such as screenings, documentation, tests, and spreadsheets is essential to fulfilling job responsibilities.
- Trustworthiness: Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, while demonstrating reliability and trustworthiness, is essential for this role. This is especially important for the third shift OHN, who frequently works alone.
- Stress Tolerance: This role requires the ability to work autonomously, manage stress and handle multiple tasks when interruptions occur as well as meet deadlines in an unpredictable environment. You must also be able to adapt to varying situations that may arise during your shift.
- Attention to Detail: Must have meticulous attention to detail, with a consistent commitment to upholding elevated standards of accuracy while adhering to specified deadlines.
Key Responsibilities & Skills Needed:
- First Aid and Health Assessments: Provide triage for work-related injuries, coordinate drug testing, and conduct assessments for third-shift employees.
- Medical Testing: Perform hearing screens, HEPB injections, drug and alcohol testing, and spirometry testing as per directives and policies.
- Absence Management: Advise employees during third shift operations of the appropriate process for reporting absences, including call center notification, Leave of Absence Coordinator information for processing off work status (lock box) and the Business Partner information for FMLA application.
- Vaccination Administration: Administer required vaccines (Flu, etc.).
AMERICAN Benefits:
- 401(k) Plan
- Profit Sharing Bonus Plan
- Eagan Center for Wellness
- Medical, Dental and Supplemental Vision
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
About AMERICAN:
Founded in 1905 in Birmingham, Alabama, AMERICAN is a manufacturer of fire hydrants, valves, ductile iron pipe and spiral-welded steel pipe for the waterworks industry and high-frequency-welded steel pipe for the oil and natural gas industries. AMERICAN's diversified product line also includes fire pumps, structural casing and piling, castings for large machinery, and specialty rubber products. For more than a century, AMERICAN has been committed to doing things The Right Way exceeding customer expectations, being a good neighbor in our communities, and supporting our employees.
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