The Employee Health Nurse should have the ability to use excellent communication skills and is responsible for screening the applicant for credentials and skills.   Responsible for immunization and testing and maintaining the employee health registry and other duties assigned by the department Director.  The Employee Health nurse provides initial and ongoing orientation and training in infection control/employee health principles and practices to all hospital employees. This position is also responsible for assisting in coordinating activities to improve performance based on results.

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Vocational Nursing, AND, BSN, etc.).

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

One to two years in a hospital setting.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Current licensure in Texas as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Possesses good oral and written communication skills.  Previous hospital based work experience a plus but not required.  Possesses basic computer skills, basic typing skills and good phone etiquette skills. Ability to multitask.

ABOUT OAKBEND:

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.