Dynamic and detail-oriented RN with extensive experience at MRH/MHW/MHM employee health, excelling in health screenings and immunization coordination. Proven ability to enhance employee health through effective communication and critical thinking. Proven track record of successful outcomes in high-pressure, fast-paced clinical settings.
. Relief Role: Crossed trained as Employee Health Rn at MRH & MHW. Worked as a relief Employee Health RN when needed across multiple facilities ( MHW, MHM, MRHS, MRH).
· Employee Assessments: Conducted nursing assessments with new hire candidates using skillful interviewing techniques to evaluate health and immunization history, ensuring candidates could perform essential job functions.
· Fit Testing: Performed fit testing of respiratory protective devices and N95 masks.
· Vision and Drug Screenings: Conducted color vision exams as necessary and assisted with drug screens for new hire candidates.
· Vaccine Administration: Administered and accurately interpreted all vaccines, titers, and skin tests.
·Exposure Investigation: Investigated exposures timely, provided baseline and follow-up testing as needed, and entered incidents into the Sharps Log per OSHA guidelines.
·Communication Facilitation: Facilitated communication between injured or ill employees, their managers, physicians, and the disability coordinator to manage case severity.
·Office Support: Supported daily activities and responsibilities of the employee health office.
·Flu and Other Vaccines: Administered flu vaccines, annual tuberculosis tests, and Hepatitis B vaccines; assisted the employee health department as needed.
· Travel Health Services: Provided employee health services, including travel counseling and vaccinations for employees traveling abroad.
· Public Health Knowledge: Maintained up-to-date knowledge of global public health issues and infectious diseases.
· Occupational Safety: Responsible for occupational and safety health for employees; participated in the hospital safety committee and ongoing policy revisions.
· Health Screenings: Provided health screenings and assessments for new hires and current employees.
· Medical Record Monitoring: Monitored employee medical records for health prevention, promotion, and lab interpretation.
· Vaccination Management: Assessed, recommended, and provided appropriate vaccinations to employees and volunteers based on OSHA and CDC guidelines.