Lead Co-Worker Health RN - Full time - Mercy St Louis

Job Description

Job DescriptionDiscover Your Purpose with Us!Position Overview:

The Lead Co-Worker Health Nurse plays a pivotal role in managing Co-Worker Health processes and protocols. This position involves close collaboration with Co-Worker Health leadership, staff, Workers’ Compensation, Infectious Disease, and various other departments within our organization. Responsibilities are carried out in alignment with our mission, values, and service standards.

Position Details:Lead Co-Worker Health RN – Full Time – Location: St. Louis, MO

Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily administrative and operational functions of the Co-Worker Health team.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards concerning clinical operations.
• Work with external resources to develop programs.
• Manage drug and alcohol screening processes as required.
• Collaborate with Co-Worker Health leaders, nurses, Medical Review Officers, and staff to uphold relevant policies and procedures.
• Disseminate updates on policies and procedures to other teams, including Infection Prevention and Workers’ Compensation.
• Ensure the Co-Worker Health team is equipped with current PPE and training.
• Represent Co-Worker Health on committees such as ICC, Nursing Governance, Disaster Planning, and Environment of Care.
• Lead educational initiatives for the Co-Worker Health team regarding immunizations, administration techniques, and potential side effects.
• Keep forms and documentation up to date.
• Act as a Co-Worker Health nurse when necessary to assist with new hire paperwork.
• Provide preventive health services to co-workers and volunteers, such as blood pressure checks and temperature screenings.
• Serve as a ReadySet Superuser/Trainer for the department.
• Manage inventory and supply orders.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Workers’ Compensation Responsibilities:

• Support the Workers’ Compensation coordinator in synchronizing care related to co-worker exposures, including ordering prophylaxis under the Co-Worker Health Medical Director.
• Act as a subject matter expert representing our organization.
• Lead initiatives aimed at preventing workplace exposures.
• Serve as a liaison for Co-Worker Health.

Infectious Disease Responsibilities:

• Coordinate care for co-workers exposed to communicable diseases in partnership with Infection Control.
• Represent Co-Worker Health on infectious disease committees and task forces.
• Maintain communication with the Infectious Disease department to share trends and seek solutions to safeguard co-workers and patients.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate from a state-approved nursing program.
• Licensure: Registered Nurse license in the relevant state.
• Experience: Minimum of two years as a Registered Nurse.
• Certification/Registration: Three years of clinical experience and current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Experience: Background in Emergency Room, Infectious Disease, Employee Health, or Workers’ Compensation is preferred.
• Skills: Familiarity with Epic and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel).

Why Join Us?

From your first day, we provide exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition assistance, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period.

Become part of a compassionate and collaborative team where your contributions are valued. At our organization, you will help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and empathy. As we expand, you will have the opportunity to grow alongside us.

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