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Overview

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Employee Health RN on our Occupational Health team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center Middletown.

Responsibilities

Implement Medical Center policies and procedures necessary to insure and maintain compliance with NYSDOH, OSHA and DNV regulations and standards. Evaluate various health records including immunization and/or immunity documentation, x-ray reports, physical examinations, medical/work history, etc. to ensure compliance with Medical Center policy. Perform clinical procedures including blood and urine collection, immunization administration, vision screening, respirator fit-testing and vital signs. Maintain accurate records, both electronic and paper, on all personnel including pre-employment, annual reassessment, influenza vaccination/declination and respirator fit testing. Report, manage and document occupational exposures including Blood Borne Pathogen exposures, TB, meningitis, etc. Advise Medical Center personnel and assist in the implementation of the Drug Free Work Place policy. Input data into Employee Health electronic record. Supervise Licensed Practical Nurse and work under the direction of the Director Employee Health.

At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients. Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.

Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health System. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

The range for the role is $35.28 - $44.10 hourly.

Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining a team member’s compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

+ Successful completion of an accredited program for Registered Professional Nursing.

Minimum Experience:

+ 3 years’ experience as a registered nurse.

+ 1 year Occupational/Employee Health experience preferred.

Required Certification/Registration:

+ Valid and current NYS RN license.

+ BLS certification required.

Physical Requirements:

Working Conditions:

+ Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. Regularly exposed to the risk of occupational blood borne pathogen exposure via needles, sharps, etc.

+ Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 25 lbs. Rare lifting/assisting of patient (150 lbs or greater) in emergency situations.

+ Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.