LPN-Occupational Health/FT/40 hours per week

At Bristol Health, we begin each day caring today for your tomorrow.  We have been an integral part of our community for the past 100 years. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to our patients, residents and families.  We are committed to provide compassionate, quality care at all times and to
uphold our values of Communication, Accountability, Respect and Empathy (C.A.R.E.).   We are Magnet ® and received the 2020 Press Ganey Leading Innovator award for our rapid adoption and implementation of healthcare solutions during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Use your expertise, compassion, and kindness to
transform the patient experience.  Make a difference.  Make Bristol Health your choice.

The Occupational Health LPN assists in the delivery of occupational health and wellness services at Bristol Health. Working collaboratively through a team delivery process the Occupational Health LPN provides employment screening, provider patient care support, maintenance of records and medications, conducts thorough clearance processes, referral management, and communication with employers, staff and other departments.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

•  Assist in preparing for and participating in regulatory activities such a Department of Public Health, The Joint Commission, and OSHA.
• Establishes effective working relationships with members of the hospital community and all the companies we partner with.
• Assist employees, workers’ compensation carrier, and providers with FMLA, light duty, limit duty, reasonable accommodation, and worker compensation claims.
• Ensures accurate and timely documentation into the EMR for all patient care; i.e.-patient interviews and history, vital signs, treatments, test results.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient and organization information.
• Follows federal and state regulations and organization policies regarding protection of patient information.
• Assists in the modification of patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses, conditions, and as ordered by the provider.
• Performs other duties to include recording of vital signs, audiograms, vision testing, urine collection, blood collection, spirometry, respirator fit testing, injections, basic first aid, urine drug testing, and breath alcohol testing.
• Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments and equipment. Ensure rooms are stocked with supplies.
• Performs administrative functions, front office functions and schedules appointments as requested.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Performs other position related duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Graduate and graduated of U.S. accredited LPN Program
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Must have current Connecticut LPN license

Experience:
Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience required. Occupational Health experience preferred. BLS or CPR certification: Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross will be accepted. Certifications in Drug Screening and Breath Alcohol Testing preferred but not required. Prior experience in Respirator Fit
Testing, EKG Testing and Pulmonary Function Tests Preferred but not required. Computer and internet experience required. Prior hospital experience preferred.

State/Federal Mandated Licensure or Certification Requirements:
None

Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements:
General orientation at time of hire. Fire/Safety/Infection Control annually. Other programs as mandated by the hospital.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.