Employee Health Nurse

Employee Health Nurse

Location: Granville Health System, Oxford NC

About Granville Health System:

For over a century, Granville Health System has been at the forefront of quality healthcare. To cater to the evolving needs of its community, Granville Health System has extended its services throughout Granville County, ensuring convenient medical care access for its residents. The Granville Health System main campus can be found at 1010 College Street, Oxford, North Carolina. For more details, visit GHS online at www. ghsHospital .org .

About Oxford, NC

Oxford, NC is a charming and welcoming community that offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience, making it an ideal place to live and work. Located just about 30 miles north of Durham and 40 miles from Raleigh. The region enjoys a mild, four-season climate with warm summers, crisp autumns, blooming springs, and gentle winters - perfect for enjoying the area's outdoor activities year-round. With a thriving local economy, excellent healthcare facilities, and a strong sense of community, its historic downtown, scenic parks, and proximity to the Research Triangle ensure a balanced lifestyle with both professional and personal fulfillment.

Position Overview

Employee health provides employee health services such as post-offer health screenings, drug testing, and supports additional department programs including Workers Compensation, occupational health, wellness and HR entities.

Position Highlights

• Retirement Benefits: NC Local Government Pension Plan (5-year vesting period)
• Loan Forgiveness: Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and various supplemental benefits available

Key Responsibilities

Development, implementation and education of effective employee health programs and policies throughout the health system. Investigates and tracks employee exposures and any needed follow-up care of the staff, volunteers and physicians. Conducts pre-employment screenings of employees, providers and agency personnel. Tracks immunization status of all personnel and provides immunizations as warranted. Meets with all employees during the orientation process and as needed on an annual basis for administration of necessary TB skin tests, immunizations and respirator fit testing. Tracks and provides follow-up processes with employees exposed to or with confirmed communicable diseases. Prepares data reports to present to the Patient Safety/Performance Improvement Committee. Acts as a consultant and resource to system and medical staff. Assists the Infection Control Practitioner as needed with vaccination clinics, data collection for regulatory agencies, and audits of staff compliance.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current licensure in North Carolina. Two years current clinical experience. Current certification in BCLS. Knowledge in Quality, ability to relate well to all levels of staff, management and Medical Staff. Must possess and utilize skills to evaluate, teach, supervise and act as a resource in all facets of the position. Strong broad-based clinical knowledge a must. Abilities to work with minimal supervision a must. Strong computer database skills preferred.

Apply Today:

If you're a dedicated professional looking for a position with a focus on work-life balance and the opportunity to make a difference, we encourage you to apply for this position with Granville Health System.