Plant Occupational Health Nurse

Overview

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Plant Occupational Health Nurse

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking toward the future, anticipating advancements in medical science and technology.

This position is responsible for managing the Employee Health department and providing treatment and follow‑up care for injured employees. The role includes implementing Corporate, Divisional, and Plant health policies and procedures in accordance with the American Nurses Association and the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses. Additional responsibilities include developing and implementing wellness programs and coordinating Workers’ Compensation and Disability Case Management.

• Provide nursing treatment to ill and/or injured employees.
• Schedule medical appointments and follow‑up visits with external medical providers.
• Coordinate return‑to‑work efforts.
• Conduct initial and periodic physical examinations and testing.
• Prepare and maintain medical and safety records, accident investigations, and statistical data.
• Prepare and submit reports related to Workers’ Compensation and OSHA.
• Educate and train employees on disease prevention, wellness, and fitness topics.
• Collaborate with Safety and Training departments to develop specialized or mandated training programs.
• Review and negotiate external medical services and pricing.
• Ensure appropriate medical treatment for employees reporting to Employee Health.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of Workers’ Compensation claims and all aspects of Disability Case Management.

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) and active Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Occupational Health, preferably in private commercial industries, emergency rooms, or similar healthcare environments.
• Fully bilingual (English/Spanish) with the ability to effectively communicate with Corporate and Division Nursing teams and EHS personnel.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to make sound medical decisions in a dispensary setting, working collaboratively with physicians, employees, and supervisors.
• Proven experience in Private Employee Case Management
  , including application of:
  • OSHA
  • HIPAA
  • SINOT
  • FMLA
  • Other relevant regulations
• Serves as the primary point of contact for the HRSC Health group and Arecibo Leadership, ensuring alignment and communication on all health‑related matters.

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to workplace diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $45,000.00 – $89,800.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Job Family:
Engineering
Division: CRM Cardiac Rhythm Management

Location:

Puerto Rico >
Arecibo :
Santana Industrial Park Interior Lot A, Road #2, Km 67.5

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT: Standard

TRAVEL: No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No

SIGNIFICANT WORK

ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

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