CO Nurse Practitioner; Occupational and Environmental Medicine

Overview

The Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to manage the day-to-day clinical operational activities at the Pepsi Co Las Vegas plant. The position reports directly to the Central/Mid-West Regional Coordinator for the Pepsi Co/JHU partnership and works closely with the Executive Director, Medical Director, and Assistant Director of the Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications follow.

• Provide on-site services forty (40) hours per week at the Pepsi Co clinic in Las Vegas, NV.
• Triage and treat minor work-related and non-work-related injuries and illnesses as appropriate.
• Dispense over the counter and prescription medications in accordance with pre-established standing orders for employees with minor concerns (e.g., back pain, headache, pharyngitis).
• Provide on-site specimen/lab collection for employees with lab orders from their PCP.
• Perform urine drug screening and breath alcohol testing in accordance with company protocol.
• Provide on-site assessments for acute and chronic illnesses (e.g., strep pharyngitis, UTI, influenza, hypertension, hyperglycemia, hypoglycemia).
• Provide support and case management for work-related and non-work-related conditions to reduce illness and absenteeism.
• Coordinate second opinions for employees absent due to workers' compensation or disability, as necessary in adherence with company protocols.
• Coordinate annual seasonal influenza vaccination program.
• Coordinate, plan, and deliver monthly health education seminars and general wellness events.
• Provide referrals for Pepsi Co employees to primary care physicians or specialists in adherence to company protocols.
• Perform on-site physical assessments (DOT, return to work, work-related injuries) as required by Pepsi Co.
• Provide on-site patient education regarding illnesses, medications, treatments, etc.
• Work collaboratively with patients and their PCP/Specialist to facilitate early diagnosis and management of acute and chronic health problems.

• Maintain and revise, as needed, standardized procedures, protocols, and standing orders.
• Maintain adequate clinical supplies.
• Maintain Letter of Permit Exception with the XXX Department of Health/CLIA for on-site lab testing.
• Maintain patient electronic medical records.

• Work with Benefits and Safety teams to coordinate and plan health and wellness events and initiatives.
• Manage workers' compensation claims.
• Expand clinic services and reach.
• Provide crisis management/intervention as needed.
• Provide general medical advice to Pepsi Co Human Resources and Safety/Risk Management departments.
• Ensure prompt, appropriate clinical care to all patients in accordance with Pepsi Co and Johns Hopkins University protocols, state regulations, and professional standards.
• Develop relationships with clinical providers in the area to provide back-up clinical care.
• Ensure timely problem resolution and follow-up to Pepsi Co employees as required.
• Ensure all patients receive prompt, courteous, friendly, and professional attention.
• Maintain Pepsi Co onsite clinic facilities in a neat, clean, and attractive condition.
• Develop and implement new administrative policies and procedures as needed for smooth operation of Pepsi Co onsite clinics.
• Conduct yourself in an exemplary fashion to achieve goals.

• Analytical ability to evaluate health status and implement proper care.
• Interpersonal skills to interview, teach, and counsel patients and interact with clients/employers.
• Understanding of outpatient adult medicine, patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures.
• General computer knowledge and ability to use computerized medical information systems.

• Master s Degree in Nursing; RN license and Certification as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Must be licensed in the state of practice.
• National Board Certification.
• BLS certification.
• Related experience in adult medicine.

• Minimum twelve months of related experience in adult medicine.
• Experience in Occupational Medicine, Workers  Compensation, and DOT exams.
• DOT Medical Examiner preferred.
• Certified Urine Drug Screen Collector preferred.
• Certified Breath Alcohol Technician preferred.

• Classified
  
  Title:
  
  Nurse Practitioner
• Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MG
• Starting Salary Range: $104,000 - $152,900 Annually (135,000 targeted; commensurate with experience)
• Employee group:
  Full Time
• Schedule:
  
  Monday - Friday / Varying
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
• Location:
  
  Nevada
• Department: SOM DOM Occupational Health
• Personnel area:
  School of Medicine

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