Plant Occupational Health Nurse

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
ABOUT ABBOTT
Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We're always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.
Abbott's Nutrition Division develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands - including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® - to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.
With state-of-the-art equipment and advanced automation, Abbott's Tipp City, Ohio, facility was named Food Engineering Magazine's "2017 Plant of the Year." Working here, you'll feel part of a family - a family of 275 that works together to help nourish the world.
WORKING AT ABBOTT
At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• Fast paced work environment where your safety is our priority
• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and Occupational Health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
• Vacation - 3 weeks accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
• Company Paid Pension Plan
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match of 5%
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com
THE OPPORTUNITY
As the Plant Occupational Health Nurse, you'll have the chance to administer Occupational Health activities for Abbott employees while applying in depth knowledge of clinical Occupational Health nursing. You will utilize knowledge of regulations impacting the work site, current legislation, environmental safety and workforce health issues, and use this to provide an individualized plan of care for a range of routine to complex Occupational Health assignments. This role serves as an expert in health promotion and disease prevention, and works in partnership with appropriate people consistent with corporate culture, business objectives and the needs of employee and community populations. Functions as a resource to the EHS staff.
WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

• Administers the procedures of the occupational and environmental health and safety program consistent with the company's general policies concerning health services.
• Assesses the health needs of employees and employee populations
• Performs all required medical surveillance activities
• Assesses and treats work related illness and injuries
• Functions as a subject matter expert on case management performed including Worker's Compensation without lost time, work related and personal restrictions, referrals
• Applies detailed knowledge of regulations impacting work site and employee population to best address employee and workforce health issues
• Stays current on legislation and regulations that impact this environment
• Learns about employee population demographics and identifies key areas for education and intervention. Implements timely, thorough programs and services that address these needs
• Dialogues with the employees to identify a suitable plan for intervention and/or resumed work activity. Encourages employee to engage in the appropriate intervention and follow-up. Tracks progress and provides continued support
• Supports and evaluates clinical procedures and practice guidelines
• Develops and provides opportunities for in-service education/staff development and continuing professional education
• Provides leadership, direction and technical counsel to members of the Occupational Health team (i.e. safety, industrial hygiene, bio-safety)
• Collaborates with upper management to apply the common tools for managing the project scope, cost, schedule and resources
• Participate in strategic planning process, case management courses, and budgetary and operating expense processes
• Independently resolves issues, elevating only the most complex situations to the EHS Manager, and GOHS as needed. Knowledge must address diverse and difficult problems or situations
• Serves as an occupational and environmental health and safety expert to the corporation, community, and other outside groups

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree (± 16 years) in Nursing
• Registered Professional Nurse with current state license to practice
• Minimum 5 years of Occupational Health and or professional nursing experience
• BLS/CPR certification
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Detailed knowledge of Worker's Compensation regulations
• Detailed knowledge of OSHA and other federal regulations that govern the workplace
• BLS/CPR certification
• Physical Assessment skills
• CAOHC Certification preferred.
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong written skills
• Proficient computer-based skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN-S)
• Certification in Case Management

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* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity and a Military/Veteran Friendly employer.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
The base pay for this position is
$57,300.00 - $114,700.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Engineering
DIVISION:
ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain
LOCATION:
United States > Tipp City : Main/Liquid Plant
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Yes, 5 % of the Time
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Yes
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday), Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis, Wear ear plugs, Work at heights, e.g. ladders, scaffolds, catwalks, etc., Work in noisy environment, Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling, Work with human blood or other potentially infectious materials
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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