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Job Title: Nurse, COHN
Job Location: NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, FL
Job type: Regular, Full-time
Job Classification: Non-exempt
Where to apply: www.imssfl.com
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position provides support to the Occupational Health program
and staff. Principal areas of endeavor are in the medical clinical aspects
of the occupational medicine program.
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Provides occupational health nursing services to preserve the health of
employees and client personnel.
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Systematically assess the health status of personnel, analyze data, and
formulate a plan of care, which is realistic in relation to the employee’s
capabilities and job requirements.
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Recognizes and treats illnesses and
injuries according to established operating instructions.
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Responsible for ensuring the security,
integrity, and confidentiality of patient health information created, obtained
and/or maintained by KSC Occupational Health and comply with all applicable
privacy act (HIPAA) regulations.
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Identifies and records signs and symptoms of physical and mental conditions.
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Counsels employees regarding safety, health, and wellness practices.
· Assists
with physical examinations, and demonstrates proficiency in performance of
visual testing, audiometric testing, spirometry, obtaining a 12 lead EKG , and
performing venipuncture as assigned.
· Maintains
proficiency in venipuncture and insertion of an intravenous catheter when
required for the purpose of administering emergent intravenous medication,
fluid or intravenous access when required for emergent patient transport.
· Arranges
patient referrals to offsite physicians, ergonomic evaluations, and
rehabilitation organizations. Coordinates with appropriate client contacts
and provide for appropriate follow-up care.
· Dispenses,
monitors, and records controlled drugs and narcotics as ordered.
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Administers immunizations, intravenous fluids, medications, and perform other
medical procedures as required. Maintains the ability and skill level to
administer qualified basic and advanced life support.
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Provides nursing support on site in dispensaries or at other sites in support
of client specific operations. Maintains clinical facilities in accordance with
established practices and procedures.
. Provides first aid care to visitors and
guests at remote sites during special events as requested.
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Operates communications equipment and maintains logs of all communications,
with assistance from other assigned staff.
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Maintains cognizance of health and
safety hazards in the work place and notify appropriate personnel of any
health/safety concerns.
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Applies and utilizes equipment according to established medical standards and
industry-accepted practices and maintain compliance with local, state and
federal regulations.
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Accepts assignments in all applicable Occupational Health facilities on a
rotating basis; rotate shifts as required and cross train in all work areas as
assigned.
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Performs health education, and counseling
as requested or required.
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Assumes responsibility for professional
development and continuing education.
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Meets the mandatory requirement of availability for launch and landing
operations, special events medical coverage.
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Assists in active implementation of
company initiatives to ensure compliance with OSHA VPP, ISO, JCAHO, and other
mandated regulatory or conformance regulations/standards.
Is aware of and complies with
documented company policies, procedures and JSA’s
Works to provide
documentation in all types of charting available in the KEMCON contract
including the EHR-Medgate, HUMS, and paper charting.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education / Training:
Current licensure as Registered Nurse in State of Florida
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN, COHN-S) preferred. If
not certified must become certified within 2 years of eligibility.
Minimum 3 years clinical experience in occupational health
nursing, hospital critical care/emergency nursing, or a combination.
Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider (AHA) required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA) required.
Valid State of Florida drivers’ license within 30 days of
employment.
Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (OHC) or obtain
within 9 months of start date.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
Physical
requirements:
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Ability to lift a 200-pound patient with assistance of another staff member,
using proper body mechanics.
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Ability to perform 15 to 20 minutes of CPR, which includes adequate chest
compressions and rescue breathing, for an obese patient in a cardiac arrest.
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Ability to bend, stoop, push, pull and
reach over head.
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Ability to push a 200-pound patient in a
wheelchair.
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Ability to demonstrate adequate CPR on
a mannequin.
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Ability to climb hills, or up to 8 flights of stairs, while carrying a medical
bag and a Robert Shaw (O2/suction unit) when responding to an emergency
outdoors in humid 90-degree weather. The medical bag and O2 equipment
weigh approximately 30 pounds.
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Ability to perform duties for a period of 4-6 hours, outdoors in humid, 90+
degree weather
This position requires the employee be accessible by electronic
means in order to be reached in an emergency, which may require overtime, etc.,
for emergency response to unplanned work requirements.
Maintain current training and proficiency in Biological Hazard
Protection i.e. Blood Borne Pathogen and biological hazardous waste.
Proficient in basic computer operations including word and pdf
documents, email, and data entry in an electronic health record.
Working
Conditions:
Must
thrive in a team atmosphere and effectively work with all levels of employees.
Complies
with all Company safety policies and site-specific safety procedures. Participates in and supports the KEMCON safety
program. Ensures safe operating
conditions within area of responsibility.
Identifies potential hazards, concerns, and safety incidents and reports
to supervisory personnel.
We are an equal
opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,
disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic
protected by law.
IMSS is a drug-free workplace.