We are looking for a Full Time Employee Health Nurse to join our team!
Kindred Hospital San Francisco Bay Area is a 99-bed long-term acute care hospital we offer the same critical care patients receive in a traditional hospital or intensive care unit, but for an extended recovery period. Our team plays a vital role in the recovery process for chronic, critically ill and medically complex patients. We are located about 7 miles east of Oakland International Airport right off MacArthur Freeway (I-580) at: 2800 Benedict Dr, San Leandro, CA 94577
As an Employee Health Nurse you will:
- Under general supervision manages employee health services and the hospital’s Worker’s Compensation program.
- Manages employee health initiatives such as maintaining employee health files, employee TB screenings/chest x-rays, vaccines, etc.
- Coordinates and conducts new employee health screenings.
- Identifies employee illnesses, exposures and injuries in order to assess risk potential for prevention of transmission or recurrences.
- Develops and maintains policies and procedures to direct the activities of the employee health program.
- Administers Employee Hepatitis B Vaccine program.
- Institutes employee work restrictions if the potential for transmission of infection exists.
- Serves on committees, as appropriate, which are involved in selection, evaluation and design and impact the employee health program.
- Enters incident/claim information into the Event Reporting System (ERS).
- Acts as a liaison for OSHA or Department of Industry, Labor and Human Relations (DILHR) inspections.
- Maintains the OSHA log.
As an Employee Health Nurse you will have:
- Associates degree leading toward licensure as a Registered Nurse / RN or Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN.
- Valid state licensure as a Registered Nurse / RN or Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN.
- 1 year clinical experience in medical-surgical or critical care nursing.
Job Summary:
Join our team as a Nurse at [Hospital Name] in [Location]. As a vital member of our healthcare team, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to patients in various settings such as occupational health, medical imaging, ER, primary care, nursing home, sonography, infectious disease care, and discharge planning.
Duties:
- Provide compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to patients across different departments.
- Monitor and assess patient conditions, including telemetry monitoring and interpretation of cardiac rhythms.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Assist in discharge planning and patient education.
- Utilize your expertise in coding to accurately document patient information.
Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or equivalent.
- Current RN license.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in nursing, with exposure to occupational health, medical imaging, ER, primary care, nursing home, sonography, infectious disease care, and discharge planning preferred.
- Proficiency in telemetry monitoring and interpreting cardiac rhythms.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Knowledge of coding practices and regulations.
At [Hospital Name], we offer a supportive work environment where your skills and dedication will contribute to the well-being of our patients. Join us in delivering high-quality healthcare services while advancing your career in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36.14 - $54.21 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Critical & Intensive Care
- Medical-Surgical
Physical setting:
- Acute care
- Hospital
- Long term care
Standard shift:
Supplemental pay types:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- San Leandro, CA 94577: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person