About Role and Team:

• The LPN will provide onsite first aid and basic healthcare support to employees, primarily addressing work-related injuries or illnesses, while also assisting with minor non-work-related medical concerns.
• The role helps ensure employees receive timely care within the facility.
• The LPN will work alongside the existing onsite nursing team during the initial training period.
• The existing nurse will generally be available during the beginning of the shift, with the LPN working independently for the remaining portion.
• The LPN can contact the existing nurse by phone for guidance or assistance when needed.
• Production-floor supervisors can help the LPN navigate the facility during emergencies, particularly while they are still becoming familiar with the environment.
• The facility operates 24 hours, but production typically runs until approximately 11:00 PM. There is no dedicated third-shift nurse; emergencies may still require a response.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Provide first aid and basic medical care for work-related injuries and illnesses.
• Address minor non-occupational injuries and health concerns.
• Provide basic treatments, including heat treatments, as needed.
• Respond to emergencies on the production floor and administer first aid.
• Assist with drug testing and other onsite health-related functions.
• Support new-hire physicals and discuss any health concerns with incoming employees.
• Conduct or assist with first-aid training for new hires.
• Support ergonomic training and related employee health initiatives.
• Schedule doctors’ appointments and assist with workers’ compensation cases.
• Document patient interactions and medical information in the facility’s electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Assist the existing nurse with other routine clinic and facility responsibilities.

Must Have:

• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification/license.
• Ability to provide basic first aid and respond appropriately to medical situations.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions within the scope of practice.
• Comfortable learning new procedures, documentation systems, and facility-specific processes.
• Ability to adapt to a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Confidence in handling employee health concerns and communicating effectively with employees and supervisors.

Nice to Have:

• 6 months to 1 year of LPN work experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Previous experience in industrial nursing or occupational health nursing.
• Experience in any of the following settings : Home healthcare, Emergency care, Acute care, Medical-surgical nursing, Orthopaedics, Other relevant clinical settings
• Experience with employee health services, workplace injuries, workers’ compensation, drug testing, or EMR documentation.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing needs, and confidently manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.

Job Description:              

• The Licensed Practical Nurse will perform routine occupational health care activities, including health and wellness training and education, employee health services and compliance.
• We seek a professional who is licensed to practice in your state of employment or equivalent in other geographies.
• Help develop, formulate and implement plans of care based on standing orders and medical directives.
• Under general supervision of a registered nurse, treat, evaluate and assess employee illness or injury to ascertain medical direction.
• Plan and implement compliance improvement projects and their deliverables.
• In accordance with established procedures, conduct our safety and ergonomic training and administer the basics of drug and alcohol programs.
• Assist with occupational health programs.
• Handle moderately complex clerical, administrative, technical or customer support issues under general supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff. *Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, secondary education level or equivalent
• Two years of related work experience.
• Licensed practical nurse or vocational nurse or equivalent in other geographies