Registered Nurse (RN) / LPN/ EMT

The RN, LPN, EMT is responsible for supporting the Occupational Health Nurse and

Environmental, Health, and Safety Department.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Support successful plant health and safety programs.


• Monitor occupational and non-occupational injuries/illnesses to facilitate a safe, healthy work environment. Observe and document proficiently in EMR.


• Care and triage workplace injuries, provide follow-up care on injuries for the employees and communicate status of these injuries to the Occupational Health Nurse and Director of EHS.


• Assist the Occupational Health Nurse in administering occupational health programs which include:


• Hearing Conservation Program with annual audiogram testing.


• Vision exams


• Respiratory protection with annual medical qualifications and fit testing.


• Bloodborne Pathogens Program.


• Emergency Response Program and Emergency Response Team(s),


• Post Accident/Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing.


• Be a liaison between the employees on your shift and the Occupational Health Nurse and EHS Department.

PRIMARY ACTIVITIES:

• Utilize the medical protocol to assess and evaluate employee health status.


• Provide support and guidance to employees regarding health-related concerns.


• Administer care to employees in accordance with established medical directives and company policies/procedures.


• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation on all employee contacts in EMR.


• Utilize safety tracking applications to record injury information and compile Safety and Medical data, as needed.


• Computer proficiency and skills.


• Coordinate employee wellness, blood drives, vaccinations, or other health and safety initiatives on your shifts as needed.


• Act as a medical advocate/navigator for employees in health-related matters. Assisting with communication between employees, the Occupational Health Nurse, and Human Resources.


• Post any required documents at time clocks for employee’s communication.


• Administrative support where needed.


• Be a conduit for employees to notify EHS of various needs/concerns (fall protection, need new safety boots, etc.)


• Other duties as assigned.


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KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Current Wisconsin Registered Nurse license or Licensed Practical Nurse licensor Emergency Medical Technician.


• Possess working knowledge of emergency medical care.


• Current CPR certification


• Possess sound written and oral communication skills needed to communicate with all levels of employees.

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