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Bon Secours Mercy Health Associate Health Registered Nurse - RN PRN in Toledo, Ohio
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
he 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.
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 volunteer influenza immunizations.
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
Licensure/Certification Required :
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
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to 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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