Title: Occupational Health Nurse, Specialist (Part Time or Full Time)
Reports to: Health & Safety Manager
Location: Holland, MI
LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com
Summary
The Occupational Health Nurse is responsible for the prevention, recognition, and treatment of on-the-job illness and injuries. This position requires skills and knowledge in health and safety education, counseling, environmental health, safety, rehabilitation, and human relations.
Responsibilities:
Serve as a resource on health matters, reviewing such items as physicians' reports on employee health, workers' compensation insurance claims, medical restrictions on employee work, and the policies and procedures for employee wellness programs
Provide first aid and assist employees who are injured or become ill at work
Document, investigate, and manage work-related injuries and illnesses, including Workers' Compensation claims
Manage return to work approval process
Maintain, sustain, and ensure compliance with select Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) standards
Develop and implement health promotion programs such as ergonomics, health fairs, awareness campaigns, on-site flu shots, blood drives, exercise, healthy eating programs, etc.
Perform pre-employment health screening and drug screening processes
Develop professional relationships with local occupational clinics and collaborate with other Health Care Providers to support the worker through the recovery process
Participate in applicable safety meetings and investigations
Maintain medical supplies inventory and inspection
Perform other duties as assigned by the EHS Team or Nurse Sr. Specialist
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing required or equivalent, relevant experience
Would consider a MA or NA
Current registered nursing license in the state of Michigan, but not required
Bilingual: English/Spanish or English/Korean preferred but not required
Experience:
1 -3 years of occupational health or critical care nursing experience required
Occupational health and safety experience and OSHA training in a manufacturing environment is desired
Prior experience with Michigan Worker's Compensation case management and claims management desired
Experience as a trainer for health and safety topics such as First Aid/CPR, Blood borne Pathogens is preferred
Skills:
Knowledge of state and federal laws related to Worker's Compensation, and legislation regarding confidentiality
Excellent written communication skills and will be expected to document decisions, agreements, and orders created
Proficient in MS Office Suite or related software
Communicate effectively with employees, physicians/medical professionals, and other outside parties
Analyze and make sound judgments to accurately document and maintain appropriate confidentiality of medical records
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support production team and off-hour emergencies
