Nurse Practitioner Job Listing at WorkCare in Irvine, CA (Job ID 2550)

Description

Job Summary

We are looking for a part-time Nurse Practitioner to support our client site in Irvine, CA. 

The AbbVie Nurse Practitioner (NP) will provide employees with occupational and environmental health services, as needed and as their scope of clinical licensure allows. The NP is a delegated authority, as assigned by the WorkCare Consulting Medical Director (CMD), for the necessary implementation of AbbVie's EH&S policies and those of the onsite clinic, as interpreted by the CMD. This position supports the CMD in the clinic's day-to-day operations and provides a contact for other projects and/or organizations that interact with the clinic.  

• Maintains frequent communication with Consulting Medical Director (CMD) and WorkCare Supervisor regarding all clinic issues and client requests.
• Maintains medical records and Private Health Information following all applicable HIPAA laws, regulations and guidelines.
• Supports Medical Surveillance exams such as audiograms, vision tests, pulmonary function, respirator fit testing and DOT testing requirements, as needed for purposes of interpretation of test/exam results. and feasible with available or procured equipment, in line with the scope of practice and as supported by the CMD.
• Provides first aid, medical treatment and appropriate follow-ups for work-related injuries and/or illnesses as time allows beyond medical surveillance needs. 
• Provides emergency medical response, as needed.
• Performs effective case management follow-up for injuries/illness and absences.
• Performs employee health screenings and surveillance programs, including new hire, fit-for-duty, return-to-work, medical surveillance, exit exams and substance abuse screenings.
• Provides return-to-work clearance exams, as appropriate.
• Computer data entry of all employee demographic and health information
• May review work-related injury and illness management protocols annually and when regulations change.
• As appropriate assists in developing and maintaining programs for AED, medical surveillance, hearing conservation, health and wellness, ergonomics and other implemented programs. 
• Develops and maintains relationships with management, medical and safety personnel, co-workers and WorkCare supervisors.
• Provides timely, accurate reporting as dictated by ABBVIE, WorkCare and by law. 
• Expedites injury information to ABBVIE's management and insurance companies, as directed. 
• Provides additional services, as directed by the WorkCare CMD or Director of Onsite Clinic Operations.
• Utilizes the AbbVie's OHM system for record keeping
• Developing and conducting SAT training.
• Gain first-hand familiarity with site conditions through systematic inspections of the workplace and observations of tasks involving potential exposure to physical, chemical and biological hazards
• Work with environmental health and safety departments to provide guidance in developing, implementing and managing workplace hazard control programs
• Conduct work-site visits, consultations with other site-specific health and safety professionals and participate in key committees involving occupational health issues
• Attend AbbVie claim review meetings, when requested, with workers' compensation adjustors and health and safety staff as appropriate (NP or RN)
• Develop occupational health goals (NP, in collaboration with RN / SAT Team, could establish OH goals)
• Design and monitor metrics to measure progress, providing periodic focus on the status of these metrics (NP, in collaboration with RN / SAT Team, could establish metrics)

Education and Experience

• Current Unrestricted Nurse Practitioner License required. 
• Certified by NCCPA. 
• Current DEA license, current ACLS/BLS certification. 
• Must have bachelor's degree with at least two years of PA or NP experience preferred. 
• NIOSH and CAOHC certifications not included.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability of maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
• Strong critical thinking skills; problem solving, and decision making.
• Must have the ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Take initiative on issues that arise daily 
• Must have the ability to maintain a professional approach with others in job-demanding, multitasking and/or project support situations 
• Ability to create and edit written materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors and clients.
• Strong time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to meet and exceed daily and weekly individual performance goals.
• Ability to work independently as well as assisting other team members when needed.
• Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality. 

Computer Skills

• Must be competent in the Windows operating system environment, Adobe Professional, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and learn other software as needed.

Physical Demands

• Requires sitting for long periods of time, working at a desk.
• Some bending and stretching could be required.
• Working under stress and use of computer/phone required.
• Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard.
• Occasionally may be required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and/or crouch.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

This is a part-time position and will work from our on-site clinic in Irvine, CA.

This position has an hourly pay rate of $85.00 per hour. Final compensation offered within this range depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable laws. WorkCare is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment.

WorkCare, Inc., is a U.S.-based, physician-directed occupational health company with global outreach.  

Our mission is Protecting and Promoting Employee Health…from Hire to Retire. We believe Work Matters. Health Counts. Prevention Saves. 

Our occupational clinicians and industry subject matter experts deliver integrated, total worker health solutions to employers in all types of industries. Our capabilities include Medical Exams & Travel program management; 24/7 Incident Intervention telehealth triage; Onsite Services & Clinics; Consulting Medical Directors; Clinical Accommodation and Leave Management support; and a full suite of COVID-19 interventions. Our Industrial Athlete and Bio-ergonomic Surveillance programs are designed to prevent and manage work-related strains and sprains.

Visit www.workcare.com to learn more.