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Occupational Health Nurse

Duke Energy·2 Locations·Posted today
Nuclear industryUS only

About this role

Occupational Health Nurse at Duke Energy nuclear facilities providing first aid case management, regulatory compliance physicals, and occupational health services. This role requires independent decision-making, strong communication, and specialized knowledge of NRC and OSHA regulations to prevent workplace injuries, maintain employee health and safety, and ensure regulatory compliance at nuclear power plants.

Responsibilities

  • Perform physical examinations for NRC, OSHA, and regulatory compliance; determine type of mandated physicals required
  • Assess injuries and illnesses to determine appropriate treatment (first aid, basic life support, treatment or referral)
  • Provide first aid care during normal working hours and on-call after-hours to prevent escalation to OSHA recordable events
  • Document all medical examinations, tests, consultations, evaluations, and work-related events; maintain confidential employee medical files in compliance with HIPAA and state/federal law
  • Make appropriate referrals for employees not medically cleared; obtain physician concurrence on medical clearances as required
  • Schedule physical exams and medical tests to meet business needs and regulatory due dates
  • Alert Duke Energy WC Coordinator, vendor management, and off-site medical facilities of employee injuries as appropriate
  • Function as resource to employees for personal health issues and concerns; refer to external health agencies and EAP as needed
  • Provide medical review on Return to Work forms for management
  • Conduct health education through written articles, PowerPoint presentations, and active participation in safety meetings
  • Perform hands-on ergonomic evaluations and support corporate wellness programs
  • Travel as needed to assess employees in assigned Duke Energy locations; willing to travel overnight for emergency deployments (storm duty)
  • Provide medical support for special events and training

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in Nursing
  • Two years of work experience as Occupational Health Nurse OR two years hospital experience
  • Valid Registered Nurse license in state of practice
  • Basic Life Support (CPR) Certification
  • Knowledge of ADA, FMLA, OSHA, and Workers' Compensation laws with ability to make sound medical decisions
  • Knowledge of HIPAA requirements and ability to handle confidential medical information appropriately
  • Proficiency with computers, email, MS Word, MS Excel, and Occupational Health data programs
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Excellent people skills and high level of attention to detail

Location

On-call after-hours and willing to travel overnight for emergency deployments; travel as needed to support assigned Duke Energy nuclear facility locations.

Job details

FieldAdministrative
Location2 Locations
IndustryNuclear energy
PostedJun 2026

About the company

Duke Energy

One of the largest energy holding companies in the U.S., serving 8 million customers across the Southeast and Midwest with a fleet of nuclear, natural gas, and renewable assets.

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