RN Case Manager Occupational Health Job Listing at MedStar Health in Leonardtown, MD (Job ID 166564)

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About the Job

General Summary of Position
Provides nursing care preventive health information and guidance through a comprehensive program that includes first aid care and assistance to associates who become ill or are injured at work and hospital-wide immunizations to prevent spread of communicable diseases. Monitors associates' health to protect patients and associates and to prevent injury and illness. Serves as clinical liaison between associates physicians other care-givers insurance companies/administrators for Worker's Compensation and temporary modified duty program. Works collaboratively with the Occupational Health Team.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Bachelor's degree or comparable experience required and
• BSN preferred

• 3-4 years Nursing experience required and
• 1-2 years Occupational health experience preferred

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Valid RN license in the State of Maryland or DC required and
• COHN - Certified Occupational Health Nurse preferred and
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

• Good physical assessment skills triage and first aid skills.
• Understanding of workers compensation and OSHA regulations.
• Good patient education skills.
• Strong communication skills and intermediate computer skills.