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Occupational Health Nurse

Job Description

Kimberly-Clark is looking for an ambitious, self-driven and talented individual to lead our mill occupational health team. In this role you will make a difference by providing comprehensive occupational health programs and services to all employees at the plant through regulatory compliance, proactive intervention, and prevention. The OHN will lead the implementation and delivery of all appropriate occupational health programs and services that support the K-C health and wellness strategy, which in turn empowers our workforce to achieve and sustain their best level of health and wellness.

In this role, you will:

• Manage and support employees and/or vendors both clinical and non-clinical, at the clinic; Evaluate, triage, and provide first aid and/or referral (within scope of practice) and/or delegate duties as appropriate; Manage Incidents and Illnesses in line with the Event Management Standard and provide case management for all work-related injuries and illnesses for the site.
• Manage all medical surveillance programs for the site in compliance with Federal and State requirements and Company Standards to ensure appropriate program implementation; Ensure compliance with local and enterprise policies and procedures.
• Responsible for shared compliance in EHS Maturity Model Standards of Care, including but not limited to the following: Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, Ergonomics, Blood Borne Pathogens, Emergency Response, and Industrial Hygiene
• Partner with various stakeholders (ex. EHS, HR, plant manager) to review medical surveillance data and associated trends as well as participating in the development of associated countermeasures as appropriate; job safety analysis; work related injuries and illnesses prevention; accommodations and return to work; Partner with EHS, HR, Benefits, and Legal for OH, ADA, Return to Work (RTW), Short Term Disability (STD), and FMLA matters.
• Serve as a highly visible and engaged resource for both employees and the leadership team, focusing on risk assessment, injury prevention, and ergonomic reviews of operational requirements through regular site walks and open communication with employees.
• Develop and implement health promotion programs, including education and training on topics like mental health, nutrition, importance of physical activity, stress management; provide resources for health screening programs for blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes.
• Identify occupational hazards and identify ways to prevent and reduce workplace exposures; Support workplace incident investigation to identify root causes and future prevention.
• Maintain accurate and confidential electronic employee health records according to K-C policy, local and federal regulations; Manage employee cases to ensure safe and timely return to work.
• Manage and/or oversee delegation of the Medical Emergency Response Team, including response compliance, certifications, drills, and Training; Manage cost expenditures to maintain the operations of the Clinic.
• Comply with state legal scope of practice and OSHA regulations to determine appropriate delegation; Support the implementation of the segment occupational health strategy at the facility; Serve as the subject matter expert in Occupational Health for their respective plant teams.

About Us

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.

At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring.  You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.

You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results.

In one of our professional roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited institution; plus a nursing license in the state of practice (or ability to obtain if not state certified); 3+ years’ experience in Occupational Health or related field (i.e. Acute Care, Emergency, Urgent Care, or ICU)
• Exceptional clinical assessment abilities paired with empathetic and compassionate care and experience in risk assessment and medical surveillance
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Experience with electronic medical records systems (i.e. Cority)
• Demonstrated ability to navigate worker’s compensation cases of varying complexity and strong knowledge of OSHA regulations
• The following certifications are required: CPR/AED, COHN or COHN-S (must obtain within 3 years of hire), Spirometry (must obtain within 1 year of hire), Hearing Conservation (must obtain within 1 year of hire)
• Adept working knowledge of EAP, OSHA, FMLA, ADA, HIPAA.

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.
 

Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.

Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

To Be Considered

Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.

In the meantime, please check out the careers website.

And finally, the fine print….

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world.  We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the experiences of our consumers.  When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

Salary Range: $78,700- $93,000 USD

At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.

Grade 11/P2: Grade level and/or compensation may vary based on location

This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will consider supporting in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion.

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Salary Range: 78,660 – 92,980 USD

At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.

Primary Location

Jenks Mill

Additional Locations

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time