Licensed Practical Nurse

Full Time
Lewiston, ID 83501
Posted Today
Job description
Job Summary:
Provide first aid and medical care to clinic employees as requested/needed, and within the EMT scope of practice, following treatment care guidelines set forth by the occupational health director and client policy / procedures.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide on-site treatment / management of injuries and minimize the need for off-site medical treatment
  • Give on-site care, first aid and follow up to occupationally injured/ill workers
  • Manage open workers comp and short-term disability cases as needed
  • Maintain a medical record database and provide reports to management as applicable
  • Maintain OSHA records as applicable
  • May perform medical testing including but limited to: TB tests, blood draws, immunizations, drug screening, vision tests, hearing tests, respirator fit tests and medical evaluations
  • May perform First Aid, CPR, AED and other training as necessary
  • Maintain clinic supplies for treatment and preventative measures in the workplace
  • Provide preventative health education as needed
EMT duties:
  • Perform health screenings at client site.
  • Provide onsite first aid treatment
  • Respond to all facility emergencies.
  • Become familiar with the plant, especially aware of areas in the plant most likely to require a hazardous material response.
  • Active participation in the emergency response team activities, drills and training.
  • Inventories supplies in the designated space (clinic).
  • Provide first aid and medical care to clinic patients as requested/needed, and within the EMT scope of practice, following treatment care guidelines set forth by the occupational health director
  • Provide education to employees as needed within scope of practice.
  • Participate in general flow of clinic operations (answers phones, checks mail, medical records, filing, copying charts, traffic control).
Qualifications:
  • Education and Experience
    • Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a valid RN or LPN license in the state of Idaho or certified Paramedic or EMT in the state of Idaho.
    • Bachelor of Science in Nursing is highly preferred
    • Must hold current BLS certification
    • 3–5 years experience required
    • 2-3 years’ experience in an urgent care, emergency department or occupational health setting preferred
    • Certification in Occupational Health preferred
  • Skills and Competencies
    • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
    • Must be able to demonstrate the ability of maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
    • Strong critical thinking skills, problem solving, and decision making.
    • Must have the ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Ability to create and edit written materials.
    • Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
    • Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
    • Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and clients.
    • Strong time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
    • Ability to meet and exceed daily and weekly individual performance goals.
    • Ability to work independently as well as assisting other team members when needed.
    • Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
  • Computer Skills
    • Must be competent in the Windows operating system environment, Adobe Professional, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and learn other software as needed.
  • Physical Demands
    • Requires sitting for long periods of time, working at a desk.
    • Some bending and stretching could be required.
    • Working under stress and use of computer/phone required.
    • Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard.
    • Occasionally may be required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and/or crouch.
    • May occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
  • Work Environment
    • Mainly indoor, office environment conditions.
    • The noise level is usually moderate.
    • Air quality is good, and temperature is controlled.

Additional Job Information: Multiple shifts and positions are available. Shift start and end times to be determined. Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications. Benefits for this position include paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and critical illness insurance; HSA, HRA, and FSA; life and disability insurance; EAP; 401K; legal and identify theft coverage; pet insurance and more. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable laws. WorkCare is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. About WorkCare:
WorkCare, Inc., is a U.S.-based, physician-directed occupational health company with global outreach.

Our mission is Protecting and Promoting Employee Health…from Hire to Retire. We believe Work Matters. Health Counts. Prevention Saves.

Our occupational clinicians and industry subject matter experts deliver integrated, total worker health solutions to employers in all types of industries. Our capabilities include Medical Exams & Travel program management; 24/7 Incident Intervention telehealth triage; Onsite Services & Clinics; Consulting Medical Directors; Clinical Accommodation and Leave Management support; and a full suite of COVID-19 interventions. Our Industrial Athlete and Bio-ergonomic Surveillance programs are designed to prevent and manage work-related strains and sprains.

Visit www.workcare.com to learn more.

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