RN - Employee Health Nurse Job at Legacy Health, Portland, OR

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  • Legacy Health
  • Portland, OR

Job Description

RN - Employee Health Nurse

US-OR-PORTLAND

Job ID: 24-40718
Type: Regular Full-Time
NW Overton Building

Overview

The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Responsibilities

The Employee Health Nurse, in consultation with the Employee Health Medical Director, provides direct nursing care, health education, and guidance for Legacy employees. Collaborates with the Legacy Infection Control team, the Risk Management Department, the LHS Safety Program, and other departments as needed to promote a safe and healthy work environment. Collaborates with internal and external partners to design, implement, and evaluate health education and wellness outreach projects. Acts as liaison for Legacy employees who have experienced a disease exposure or injury. Responds to queries from internal customers, facilitates positive communication and efficient resolution to employee health issues. Performs on-call duties including occasional nights/weekends/holidays and responds in a timely manner. Actively participates in department projects, clinics, and outreach including occasional nights/weekends/holiday shifts.

Qualifications

Education:

As required by licensure. BSN or degree in progress strongly preferred. BSN may be required for specific assignments; experienced RNs without a BSN may be hired based on clinical experience with approval of the site CNO.

Experience:

Minimum two years experience as an RN in acute or primary care setting. Experience in Employee Health, Occupational Health, Infection Control, and/or Public Health Nursing preferred.

Knowledge/Skills:

Demonstrated knowledge in Federal, State, and Local statutes and regulations affecting occupational health and safety, including Infection Control, OSHA and The Joint Commission standards.

A working knowledge in Safety and Loss Prevention, ergonomics, risks in the health care environment, and available community resources.

Familiarity with Workers Compensation, ADA, Legacy benefits and insurance plans.

Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver oral and written presentations/reports.

Demonstrated computer competency.

LEGACYS VALUES IN ACTION:

Follows guidelines set forth in Legacys Values in Action.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

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Legacy Health

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Local area, Shift work,

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