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Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.
Job Description
We are looking for an Occupational Health Nurse for our West Deptford, NJ site. This position will manage workers compensation cases, be the go-to for leaves, work with employees for onsite medical services, preventive health care, and employee counseling. The role will also be responsible for conducting, administering, and coordinating medical activities for employees and/or visitors as needed. This incumbent will support and comply with safety principles and procedures for the promotion, restoration, and maintenance of the health and safety of the employees.
- Responsible for sites in NJ, PA, and MA but will be based in NJ
- Provide emergency care or evaluation to employees/visitors as needed and direct treatment, when necessary, which may include reporting blood pressure, dispensing medications, or other pertinent care.
- Responsible for counseling employees regarding medical problems and refers them to appropriate physicians and/or agencies to address on non-work-related ailments.
- Responsible for administering and being the Case Manager for employee disability and leave claims in accordance with Federal and State Regulations.
- Manage all Federal, State, and company policies regarding rights to employee leaves and accommodations (FMLA, ADA, EAP, etc.)
- Case management of worker compensation injuries and illness including activities associated with restricted duty or lost time
- Improves the plant's health, safety, and medical disposition by giving first aid instructions and participating in Safety Committee meetings and ergonomic meetings.
- Perform pre-employment testing and annual platinum skin testing, and pulmonary function tests on those employees that are required to be tested.
- Arrange pre-employment and routine physical exams
- Provide medical orientation to new employees
- Perform annual respirator fit test, pulmonary function test and respirator questionnaires in accordance with OSHA regulations
- Arrange and monitor annual vision testing as required
- Administer BBP Program in accordance with OSHA regulations
- Responsible for arranging CPR, AED, First Aid and B.B.P. training for First Response teams
- Case management of worker compensation injuries and illness including activities associated with restricted duty or lost time
- Process and coordinate disability claims with insurance carrier, and report progress to management.
- Maintain employee medical records, OSHA logs and accident and injury records.
- Responsible for weekly, monthly, and annual reports regarding work related illness/injuries, disabilities, etc.
- Create and implement employee wellness programs, safety shoe and eye glass programs.
- Responsible for maintaining the Dispensary, including purchase of medical and safety equipment.
- Other duties as necessary
Qualifications
- B.S. Degree in Nursing with a valid NJ/PA /MA RN license (at least one and in good standing to apply for others)
- Three to five years of experience as an Occupational or Training Nurse; preferred manufacturing experience
- Experience with case management of all types of employee leaves of absence
- Certification in Pulmonary function testing required.
- Knowledge of disability and worker's compensation laws and OSHA regulations.
- Knowledge of ADA, FMLA, and EAP
- Must be computer literate and have a working knowledge of Microsoft programs, e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
- Extremely high organizational skills.
- Must be flexible, and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
All applications are carefully considered, and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Veranova for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Veranova respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice.
