OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE - BUSINESS HEALTH

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE - BUSINESS HEALTH
Wisconsin Rapids, WI.
Part Time (.6 FTE, 48 hours every pay period), day shift, generally no weekends

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

The Occupational Health Nurse provides patient and employer required services per the Aspirus Business Health program. Professional medical surveillance assistance is provided including post-offer physical, drug screening, hearing conservation, respiratory protection, and other OSHA, other regulatory and employment required programs. Assist through employer onsite, or in clinic, assignment with case management of work injury or illness, wellness services support, safety and health program implementation and evaluation, etc. Work collaboratively with department staff, providers and employers in providing business health services.

Experience/Qualifications

• Knowledge of patient care standards and practices is normally acquired through completion of a Diploma, associate degree or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• CAOHC technician training or obtaining within the first 6 months of hire if applicable to work site location.
• NIOSH spirometry course completion or obtaining each within the first 6 months of hire if applicable to work site location.
• Completion of respirator first testing procedures within the first 3 months of hire if applicable to work site location.
• Completion of DOT Drug and Alcohol collection training within the first 3 months of hire if applicable to work site location.
• Completion of the Aspirus mandated training on PPD placement and reading within the first 3 months of hire if applicable to work site location.
• Course work in the areas of occupational health nursing, strongly preferred.
• At least one year experience in occupational health nursing preferred or two plus years’ experience in clinical nursing will be evaluated based upon area of experience and relatedness to the scope of an occupational health nurse.
• Experience and knowledge of workers’ compensation requirements and medical management practices preferred.
• Course completion and experience in performing audiometric screening, spirometry screening, DOT drug and Alcohol collection preferred.
• Proficiency with using Microsoft Office, EPIC, Systoc or other medical records systems preferred.
• Current Wisconsin RN license, in good standing.
• Current CPR certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one!
• Generous retirement plan with match available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital is a fully accredited acute-care facility, offering expert, personalized care for residents of Stevens Point and Portage County. With more than 200 physicians, Stevens Point Hospital/Clinics and our medical group provides a comprehensive set of acute-care options, including both innovative and proven treatment plans. Our broad range of services include all major specialties, emergency medicine, urgent care, surgery, ICU/CCU, diagnostic radiology, rehabilitation, sports medicine, occupational and behavioral health, pathology, and sleep diagnostics. To learn more about Stevens Point click the following link: here.

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.

About the Stevens Point Community
Conveniently located in the center of the state, the Stevens Point area is a recreational playground in the heart of central Wisconsin. Whether you're on the water or on land, from paddling the backwaters and sloughs or exploring 27-miles of the Green Circle Trail, adventure is calling your name. The fun continues by visiting local breweries, walking through local farmer's markets, and eating in distinct restaurants. Get to know the local arts & culture scene, inspired by the natural beauty of the area. Explore and purchase art from the blossoming artist community in numerous galleries.

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Credentials:
Essential:
* REGISTERED NURSE LICENSE
* CPR or BLS