Job Description

The Associate Health RN provides services for associates according to BSMH policies and procedures, professional standards, federal regulations, and CDC recommendations. Services include but are not limited to pre-employment follow-up, associate immunization program, respiratory protection program, communicable disease screening and exposure management. The Associate Health RN works closely in collaboration and referral with Human Resources partners, people managers, Infection Prevention and Quality & Safety to ensure program success.

Registered Nurse (RN) – Associate Health – St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital – PRN

Essential Functions

• Maintains current knowledge of associate health regulations, recommendations, and accreditation standards applicable to BSMH facilities. Assist BSMH managers and staff with compliance. Provide input to policy/ procedures, guidelines, protocols related to associate health services. Participates in surveillance activities to identify associate health risks.
• Performs surveillance on associate health records, including new hires, maintaining them in a confidential manner. Utilizes associate health information system to record and retrieve associate health data and to prepare reports as directed and requested.
• Collaborates with: Associate Health Medical Director, Infection Prevention to prevent the spread of communicable disease between patients and staff, Wellness team for referrals and consultations.
• Participates in direct service delivery, including but not limited to immunizations, TB screening, color discrimination testing, respirator fit testing, communicable and blood borne exposure management. Organizes testing and immunization programs to include Hepatitis B, influenza, and respirator fit testing.
• Collaborates with managers and Absence Management Specialists for needs related to leave of absence to include FMLA, MLOA, PLOA and ADA leave as accommodation.
• Mandatory vaccination program compliance and administration
• Provides pre-service volunteer TB screening and TB lab orders.
• Actively participates in entity committees including but not limited to Infection Prevention, Environment of Care, and Quality and provide data for trending associate risks and strategies for improving associate's health and safety
• Ensures EMR is updated to reflect patient care as appropriate

Required Minimum Education

• Bachelor of Science Nursing

Licensure/Certification Required

• Registered Nurse in the state practicing
• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

Licensure/Certification Preferred

• COHN, COHN-S, or COHN-CM

Minimum Years and Type of Experience Required

• A minimum of 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience

Minimum Years and Type of Experience Preferred

• A minimum of 2 years of related occupational/associate health nursing

Functional (Hard) Skill Items – Required

• Must be familiar with HR Legal & Compliance Law Knowledge (i.e. OSHA, ADA, EEOC, FMLA, etc.)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Analyzing data or information
• Proficient in respiratory protection program and testing
• Strong written and communication skills
• Analyze data or information and understanding required follow up
• Continuous Quality Improvement
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Pure OHS (EMR)
• Knowledge of patient care and learning practices
• Must be familiar with applicable OSHA, state health department, CDC, Joint Commission
• Ability to work in fast paced environment
• Able to prioritize job duties
• Able to work independently

Interpersonal (Soft) Skill Items – Required

• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Teamwork
• Active listening
• Collaboration and negotiation skills
• Adaptability
• Interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated to resolve issues
• Ability to work autonomously
• Problem solving skills
• Customer Service Focused
• Leadership skills
• Relationship Building
• Flexibility

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

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