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The job in short
Registered nurse, occupational health.
NursingClinicalComplianceLegal
Details
- Found
- 10 d ago · posted 2026-10-15
- Location as listed
- New Haven, Connecticut
- Role
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Occupational Health Registered Nurse (RN)
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Position Summary
The Occupational Health Registered Nurse provides high-quality, evidence-based care to employees while supporting workplace health, safety, injury prevention, and regulatory compliance. This role is responsible for evaluating and treating work-related injuries and illnesses, coordinating return-to-work programs, conducting required health screenings, and collaborating with internal and external partners to promote a safe and productive work environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to clinical operations, including required physical evaluations and screenings in accordance with OSHA, DOT, CDC, and other applicable standards.
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Evaluate, treat, and prioritize patient care within the Registered Nurse scope of practice.
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Provide evidence-based care to injured workers with a focus on appropriate treatment, recovery, and timely return to work.
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Coordinate workers' compensation case management activities with the Third-Party Administrator (TPA), client representatives, healthcare providers, and other appropriate resources.
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Implement, coordinate, and monitor transitional duty and return-to-work programs for injured employees.
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Perform and document medical testing, screenings, and treatments as required by the site, which may include:
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EKGs
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Audiometry
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Spirometry
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Vision screenings
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Other occupational health testing
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Administer medications and provide emergency care within the legal scope of nursing practice.
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Maintain medical equipment and ensure the clinical environment remains clean, organized, safe, and compliant with infection control standards.
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Maintain complete, accurate, and current patient health records and clinical documentation.
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Educate patients regarding health promotion, injury prevention, wellness, and follow-up care.
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Collaborate with healthcare professionals, company departments, and outside resources on employee health programs, workplace safety, and injury prevention initiatives.
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Participate in accident and injury investigations as appropriate.
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Assist with workplace safety initiatives, fitness-for-duty programs, and return-to-work evaluations.
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Support health screenings, employee education, and programs designed to promote healthy, safe, and productive workplaces.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Certificate from an accredited School of Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN/A.S.) required.
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited four-year college or university preferred.
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Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the state of practice required.
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Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with hands-on training through the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or equivalent healthcare provider program required.
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required depending on the scope of services at the worksite.
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Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN or COHN-S), Emergency Nursing, or Case Management preferred and may be required for certain locations.
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Minimum of three years of Registered Nurse experience in an occupational health clinic, emergency department, ambulatory care clinic, or similar clinical environment.
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Experience supporting workplace health and safety programs, including:
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Identification and mitigation of workplace health hazards
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Employee health screenings and education
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Fitness-for-duty evaluations
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Return-to-work evaluations and programs
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Injury prevention and workplace wellness initiatives
Preferred Skills
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Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
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Knowledge of occupational health regulations and workplace safety practices.
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Strong documentation, organization, and communication skills.
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with employees, healthcare providers, management, and third-party partners.
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Ability to appropriately prioritize patient care and respond effectively to urgent or emergency situations.
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