Registered Nurse II

Full Time
Bethesda, MD 20892
Posted
Job description
Job Description:
Cape Fox Shared Services and Concentric Methods is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse II. This position will support the NIH Occupational Medical Service located in Bethesda, Maryland.
The incumbent performs duties as described below in accordance with OMS policies and procedures:
Clinical Responsibilities (70%)
Independently performs initial evaluation and triaging medical emergencies;
Assists in the clinical care provided for medical emergencies to include wound care, medication administration, phlebotomy, EKG’s and BGM;
Assist in implementing health promotion activities within the NIH community;
Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team to perform initial assessment, treatment, and counseling of occupational injuries and illness and mental health crises. When necessary make appropriate referrals to internal and external providers related to injury or illness;
Provide proper documentation and education to employees about workers compensation and work restrictions following an accident or illness;
Independently conducts pre-placement medical evaluations to include vital signs, hearing/vision testing and EKG’s;
Enroll and educate employees in appropriate medical surveillance programs (animal exposure program, tuberculosis, and biological surety program);
Strong working knowledge of how to provide patient education and treatment to employees who may be exposed to blood borne pathogens;
Provide work related immunizations, including international travel immunizations and counseling to NIH employees;
Complies with universal precautions, infection control and waste management guidelines;
Manage triage telephone calls and walk-in patients in a professional and with quick assessment skills.
Nurse will be cross trained for coverage in satellite clinic in Frederick and Baltimore
Administrative Responsibilities (30% )
Review and revise all sections of the OMS procedure manual annually;
Participate in quality improvement activities;
Participate in nurse training and staff meetings.
Work with OMS Physicians and Mid-Level Providers on new OMS initiatives.



Job Requirements:


Bachelor of Nursing Science (BSN) or 2 year registered nurse degree if have 5 years of experience as a nurse



Minimum three years, post nursing licensure. Prefer occupational health background or emergency room experience.



Licensed as an RN in the state of Maryland



Certification: Basic Cardiac Life Support through the American Heart Association



Strong written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail.



Must have knowledge of worker’s compensation and possess practical knowledge of OSHA guidelines



Must adhere to HIPAA, Privacy Act guidelines and be able to perform work in a confidential manner.



Self-motivated with minimal oversight.



Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.



Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.

Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibit employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation. Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates offer preference to Cape Fox Corporation shareholders, descendants and other Native Americans pursuant to Public Law 100-241.

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