Contract Nurse / Occupational Health Nurse - Occupational Health
Company: Philadelphia Gas Works
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: April 22, 2024
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Job Description:
Contract Nurse / Occupational Health Nurse
Overview
Philadelphia Gas Works
The Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) is the largest municipally-owned
gas utility in the nation, supplying gas service in the City of
Philadelphia to over 500,000 customers. From its humble beginnings
in 1836, PGW has grown into the large, modern facility that exists
today. As one of the nation's leading natural gas providers, PGW
prides itself on stability and continual growth. PGW is dedicated
to becoming the Greenest Natural Gas Delivery Company in the
region.
Become part of the PGW Team!
Contract - Nurse / Occupational Health Nurse
On Site Job - 800 W Montgomery Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Responsibilities
* Administers Department of Transportation drug and alcohol policy
including but not limited to:
* Collecting random and post-accident samples and following
chain-of-custody procedures
* Preparation of collection site
* Following notification procedures and completing required
documentation.
* USDOT Collector Training & Certification
* Assists physician in appropriate portions of pre-placement and
post-employment medical examinations including but limited to:
* Completing medical history and other required forms
* Collecting drug and alcohol testing samples
* Documenting results of all testing
* Performing various diagnostic procedures such as blood pressure,
EKG, vision, hearing, etc.
* Renders emergency first aid treatment and follow-up care for
minor employee injuries/illnesses and referring all potential
work-related issues to Risk Management and occupational health
centers; completes related required documentationneeded for files
and safety and health record keeping purposes.
* Conduct a variety of health assessments
* Communicate with Human Resources, Safety, Risk Management and
others involved with case management and workplace injuries.
* Communicate with HR, departments and employee on leave of
absences including FMLA, STD, LTD and Worker's Compensation and
assist in facilitation of an employee's return to work
* Make recommendations about work restrictions or their removal and
follows-up and monitors employees return to work progress.
* Maintains readiness, sanitary conditions' operating conditions of
facility and equipment and ensures the optimum level of
supplies.
* Recommends additional/replacement equipment and furnishes other
input for budgeting process.
* Maintain accurate, detailed reports and employee medical
records.
* Conducts training and awareness sessions dealing with health,
wellness and nutrition.
* Administers annual flu shots to employees.
* Performs other special projects and assignments as requested.
Qualifications
* Must be a Pennsylvania Registered Nurse (RN)
* Bachelors of Science in Nursing / BSN preferred
* Certified to perform DOT Urine Drug & Alcohol Screens strongly
preferred - US DOT Collector Training & CertificationExperience in
Occupational Nursing
* Experience in a highly regulated industrial environment
preferred
* Experienced in the use various medical equipment including but
not limited to EKG, breath analyzer, blood pressure, vision and
hearing diagnostic machines
* General knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) regulations as they relate to workplace
injuries, administering first aid and depensing medication.
* The position is located in a typical office environment.
PGW is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action
Employer, M/F/D/VAAP/EEO.
Location: Philadelphia, PA 19122
While we appreciate all responses, only those who are uniquely
qualified will be contacted. Local candidates will be given
preference
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