What are the responsibilities and job description for the OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE position at Pilkington North America Inc.?
Essential Functions:
- Develop and manage occupational health programs in partnership with management and the EHS team to align with corporate goals.
- Assess, treat, and manage workplace injuries and illnesses, including case management and facilitating timely return-to-work.
- Conduct medical evaluations (pre-employment, return-to-work, and fit-for-duty) to ensure employees are medically qualified for job tasks.
- Administer medical leave programs and coordinate care for non-occupational conditions (e.g., FMLA, STD/LTD).
- Maintain confidential health records and ensure compliance with healthcare privacy standards and occupational health regulations.
- Deliver employee health services, including counseling, education, wellness initiatives, and referrals (including mental health support).
- Lead health surveillance and regulatory programs, such as respiratory protection, hearing conservation, bloodborne pathogens, and exposure monitoring.
- Analyze and report injury and illness data, support OSHA recordkeeping, and identify trends to drive risk reduction.
- Partner with EHS to identify and mitigate workplace hazards, including conducting ergonomic assessments and supporting PPE programs.
- Support emergency preparedness and on-site medical readiness, including emergency response leadership, training, and management of medical resources.
- Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
- Other duties as assigned by manager
Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:
- Works collaboratively and builds trust to develop enduring working relationships with others
- Takes personal responsibility and ownership for achieving results & objectives
- Demonstrates a visible commitment to safety, quality, and ethical behavior
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
- Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience, preferably in occupational health, emergency, or industrial/manufacturing environment.
- Current certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED.
- Certification in audiometric testing and Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (COHC) required.
- Certification or training in pulmonary function testing (spirometry) required.
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, medical surveillance programs, and occupational health compliance.
- Experience in injury/illness case management and return-to-work coordination.
- Ability to maintain confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA and applicable regulations.
- Demonstrated participation in continuing education and professional development activities.
- Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and organizational skills.
Qualifications Desired: Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN or COHN-S).
- NIOSH Spirometry Certification.
- Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Experience with OSHA recordkeeping and regulatory reporting.
- Familiarity with workers’ compensation processes and third-party administrator (TPA) coordination.
- Experience with electronic medical records and incident management systems (e.g., Airsweb or similar)
Other Requirements:
This role will be within standard business hours with flexibility required for shift coverage, investigations, training and emergency situations. Candidates must be able to climb stairs, crouch, kneel, and be able to walk in various working environments. The role will require the use of various personal protective equipment items including but not limited to safety glasses, hi-vis clothing, steel-toed shoes, etc. You will be frequently exposed to a plant environment including noise, dust, dirt and vibrations, and extreme climate changes. Occasional travel may be required for this role for training, conferences or sister plant support.
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We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance.
The Salary Range posted represents Pilkington North America’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of the posting. Individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, etc.
NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.
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Experience
Required- Demonstrated participation in continuing education and professional development activities.
- Ability to maintain confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA and applicable regulations.
- Experience in injury/illness case management and return-to-work coordination.
- Certification or training in pulmonary function testing (spirometry) required.
- Certification in audiometric testing and Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (COHC) required.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
- Current certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED.
- 3 year(s): Nursing experience, preferably in occupational health, emergency, or industrial/manufacturing environment.
Education
Required- Bachelors or better in Nursing
Skills
Required- Good Organizer
- Safety & Quality focus
Behaviors
Required- Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Required- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Equal Opportunity Employer
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