**Description** PeaceHealth is seeking a RN - Employee Health for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $47.34 – $71.00. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. **Job Summary** Establishes standards of practice in occupational health and works with the employee safety manager to ensure responsible management of employee health concerns. **Essential Functions** + Conducts post-offer immunization screenings, evaluates accident and illness incident reports, and assesses needs for education and immunizations according to specific job classifications. + Investigates and manages exposures to blood borne pathogens as well as other exposures to contagious diseases utilizing, comprehensive case management approach. + Maintains programs and services as required to remain in compliance with OSHA and DNV standards and mandates. + Participates in developing patient care aspects of onsite programs including development and implementation of policies and procedures to maintain the program. + Assists in the development and implementation of new policies and programs and continuous quality improvement activities. + Responsible for infectious disease prevention, surveillance and post exposure treatment and follow up. + Conducts new hire medical screening; TB screening; immunization of healthcare workers against specific illnesses. + Maintains confidential healthcare worker medical files. + Performs other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** **Education** + Accredited School of Nursing Required: Nursing **Experience** + Minimum of 3 years Required: Current nursing practice required, preferably in an acute care setting. **Credentials** + Required: Registered Nursein state of practice and + RequiredUpon Hire: Basic Life Support **Skills** + Demonstrated knowledge and interest in OSHA regulations, occupational safety, occupational exposure management, injury/illness intervention and case management (Required) + Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer: proficiency in Microsoft Office (Required) + Public speaking and community education program development and presentations (Required) **Department / Location Specific Notes** Whatcom: Certification by the American Board for Occupational Health Nurses preferred UGMC: Reports to the Quality/Clinical Value Manager **Working Conditions** Lifting + Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH). + Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures. + Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts). + Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally. + Ability to move around area with frequent sitting. + Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently. + Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently. Environmental Conditions + Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles. + Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment. Mental/Visual + Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted). + Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) . For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws. REQNUMBER: 116121