Credentials that matter
Skills and tools
- NRC Regulations
- Osha Standards
- Occupational Health Nursing
- Bls/cpr
- Hipaa
- Cohn
Required qualifications
- Associate's degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Two years work experience as Occupational Health Nurse OR two years hospital experience
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in state of practice
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) Certification
About this role
Occupational Health Nurse at Duke Energy nuclear facilities, responsible for regulatory compliance medical examinations (NRC/OSHA), occupational health case management, first aid response, and emergency medical support. This role requires independent medical decision-making, knowledge of NRC and OSHA regulations, and on-call availability including after-hours emergency response and storm duty deployment.
Responsibilities
- Perform and interpret physical examinations required for NRC, OSHA, and other regulatory compliance; determine exam types, schedule tests, and document all findings
- Evaluate employee medical conditions and fitness for duty; recommend medical clearance decisions in compliance with Corporate Medical Director guidelines
- Assess work-related injuries and illnesses; provide first aid and basic life support during business hours and on-call after-hours
- Maintain confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA and NRC regulations; document medical consultations and evaluations
- Conduct Return to Work medical reviews; coordinate with Workers' Compensation Coordinator, vendor management, and off-site medical facilities
- Provide ergonomic assessments and health education; serve as resource for employee health concerns and EAP referrals
- Support special events, training activities, and emergency medical deployments including overnight storm duty as needed
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN)
- Knowledge of NRC regulations and requirements
- Knowledge of OSHA standards with ability to make sound medical decisions
- Certifications in Audiometric and Spirometry testing
- Experience with electronic Occupational Health data management systems
- Knowledge of ADA, FMLA, Workers' Compensation regulations
Location, schedule, and travel
Duke Energy nuclear facilities; on-call availability including after-hours and overnight emergency deployments; travel to assigned Duke Energy locations as needed
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