About the position
At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We're looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Employee Health Services team. The registered nurse (RN) will deliver direct patient care to employees for on-site emergencies, work-related injuries, assist with the required medical health surveillance examinations and episodic illnesses. Under the direction of the Employee Health Services (EHS) Director of Nursing, the RN will work alongside a medical advanced practice provider (APP) and other ancillary medical staff at Lilly's Durham, NC manufacturing site and support Lilly employees' medical needs. The anticipated work schedule is full-time (40 hours/week) between 6a-6p but is subject to change pending needs of the site. In this role, you will protect the wellbeing of the company's employees through the provision of health surveillance examinations, wellness screenings, and episodic care. You will evaluate, treat, and follow up on employee work-related injuries in partnership with the department nurse case manager. Additionally, you will assist in the coordination of health and wellness examinations, seminars, screenings, and other health-related activities including but not limited to occupational, preventive, and primary care medicine. The position requires a clinician who is comfortable and competent working independently as needed, as well as fulfilling the role of the sole clinician when necessary. You will apply best practices for on-site medical assessment, treatment, and follow-up care, support OSHA-required health surveillance and screening, and educate employees on health behaviors, self-care skills, and treatment options appropriate to their individual needs. You will also collaborate with healthcare professionals, use local resources for optimal care and referrals considering patient preferences and needs, and ensure compliance with medical regulations.
Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care to employees for on-site emergencies and work-related injuries.
- Assist with required medical health surveillance examinations and episodic illnesses.
- Evaluate, treat, and follow up on employee work-related injuries in partnership with the department nurse case manager.
- Coordinate health and wellness examinations, seminars, screenings, and other health-related activities.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of Lilly's policies and procedures.
- Provide professional nursing care and apply best practices for on-site medical assessment, treatment, and follow-up care.
- Support OSHA-required health surveillance and screening, and educate employees on health behaviors and self-care skills.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals and ensure compliance with medical regulations.
- Respond to emergencies, provide first aid, and support safety programs.
- Conduct research on communicable diseases and report infectious diseases to appropriate agencies as required by law.
- Support wellness programming and serve as a resource for employees for wellness and lifestyle prevention.
- Maintain medical records in accordance with HIPAA and other regulations.
- Provide administrative support for the department, including medical supply ordering and equipment calibrations.
Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing or Associate in Nursing from accredited School of Nursing with 5+ years of nursing experience in occupational health or emergency care role.
- Current State of NC license as a registered professional nurse.
- Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States.
Nice-to-haves
- CPR for Health Care Provider certification.
- Prior experience in the corporate environment, ambulatory care, occupational medicine or emergency room nursing is preferred.
- Prior experience using EMR is helpful.
- Certification as an Occupational Health Nurse is preferred.
- Spirometry and Hearing Conservation Certifications.
- ACLS certification preferred.
- Able to assess and treat according to the Nurse Practice Act.
- Exhibit a high level of customer service and client responsiveness.
- Proficient in Outlook, Word, and Excel.
