Lead Nurse

  • Full-Time
  • Aiken, SC
  • Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC
  • Posted 2 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description

Practice as an occupational health nursing lead in accordance with Company policies outlined in Medical Department Policies and Procedures and other Site procedures. Comply with South Carolina State Nursing Practice Act and the requirements of OSHA, DOE and other government agencies as applicable. Maintain, inspect, and inventory equipment, instruments, supplies and drugs.

Major Responsibilities

Lead programmatic functions: define, plan, and organize nursing clinic activities
Lead Evaluation and treatment of on- and off-the-job illness and injuries; evaluate the extent of injury/illness, determine fitness for
duty and return to work status of employees.
Lead and guide site nurses in routine and emergency care of all employees (SRNS, DOE, Centerra), visitors and subcontractors.
Medical testing for physicals and health surveillance; pre-exam testing to provide medical data to ensure each employee can work safely, healthy and meet all requirements. Assist customers toward physical
and emotional wellness. Schedule individuals for substance
abuse testing and ensure testing is performed according to policies and procedures. Scheduling medical activities and tracking disabilities. Keep time away from job site to a minimum.
Lead disability cases and/or problems and forward to physician. Process and approve TACS.

  • Ensure the necessary equipment and supplies are available to meet needs.
  • May Lead Health Information Specialist of all services include input into Medical Information system.
  • Manage accurate and legible treatment records, documenting all patient contacts objectively
  • Maintain and manage confidentiality of all medical information
  • Provide technical knowledge and support to medical programs and projects
  • Oversee technical activities for patient testing and data entry (spirometry, audiometry, electrocardiogram, EMBOS)
  • Function as customer interface and liaison for the clinic
  • Assist management with performance assessment of employees to determine strengths and areas of improvement in job
  • Function as a staff nurse when required

Clearance Required to Perform Job?

None

Salary Range (annual)

$72,792 - $104,988

Note:
Salary offers are commensurate with candidate's experience and applicable education in comparison to incumbents.

Basic Education Qualifications

Associate degree in Nursing

Other Required Qualifications

South Carolina Registered Nursing license
Certified audiometric and pulmonary function are required after employment

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor in Nursing or 3-year nursing diploma preferred.
Experience in occupational or emergency room preferred.
Previous supervisory experience in healthcare desirable.
Oral and written communication skills to achieve success within the clinic setting.
Certified Occupational Nursing preferred.
Basic computer skills.

Competency #1

Deliver Results

Competency Description #1

Understand job responsibilities and be accountable for results.
Meet goals and strive for customer satisfaction and corporate success.
Make sound workplace and business decisions.
Keep commitments and promises.
Plan work in a responsible manner, balancing company goals vs. schedule, budget, safety and resources.
Elevate issues early to avoid surprises.

Competency #2

Build Relationships

Competency Description #2

Build and maintain good working relationships with everyone.
Maintain a customer-focused attitude and strive to satisfy the customer.
Communicate in a clear, respectful manner with everyone. Publicly recognize others for a job well done.
Provide open and timely feedback regarding meeting and delivering commitments.

Competency #3

Energize & Recognize Team

Competency Description #3

Work with team members to ensure team, department, and divisional goals are met.
Communicate in a clear, respectful manner with team and management.
Collaborate and share with other team members to promote knowledge transfer.
Mentor, guide, and provide assistance to newer employees.
Promote teamwork and support other members of the organization.
Ask for help and support when needed.
Recognize colleagues for their achievements.

Competency #4

Model Excellence

Competency Description #4

Behave in a professional manner demonstrating integrity, ethics, and a high standard of values.
Deliver your work with pride and ownership.
Respect others’ knowledge, skills, and experiences.
Seek to appropriately identify and resolve challenges.
Work to make the organization, company, and mission more successful.
Apply Continuous Improvement processes to work scopes to improve efficiency and reduce unnecessary costs.
Strive to exceed expectations in task completion.
Embrace the company’s culture of service, excellence, and stewardship.
Take personal responsibility to care for equipment and resources.
Adhere to conduct of operations principles.

Competency #5

Shape the Future

Competency Description #5

Adapt and perform consistently under changing requirements and dynamic work situations.Take initiative to offer or try a new approach to make the team and the company more successful.Foster business success by offering and supporting different perspectives.Continuously improve in job performance.Take on stretch or rotational assignments to support company initiatives and achieve self development.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
SRNS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS is also committed to

Job Type: Full-time

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