Occupational Health Nurse

Who we are

Nyrstar is a global multi-metals business, with a market leading position in zinc and lead and growing positions in other base and precious metals. Nyrstar has mining, smelting and other operations located in Europe, the Americas and Australia and employs over 4,000 people. The company’s global operations are located close to key customers and major transport hubs to facilitate delivery of raw materials and distribution of finished products. In August 2019, Nyrstar’s operating business became majority owned by Trafigura, a market leader in the global commodities industry, providing a stable long-term platform for its marketing leading operations worldwide. Visit www.nyrstar.com

For our Zinc Smelter located in Clarksville, Tennessee we are currently seeking an Occupational Health Nurse

DEPARTMENT: SHEQ

REPORTS TO: SHEQ Manager

DIRECT REPORTS: None

FLSA: Salaried - Exempt

Overview of the role

The Role provides centralized support to the departments in the areas of health & safety.

Key Accountabilities

Clinical Care:

• Collaborate with SHEQ team members and our third-party services to provide site-specific plans to improve the work environment and prevent injuries through ergonomic evaluations.
• Provide first aid and emergency care, evaluation and follow up for occupational illness and injuries.
• Provide after-hours consultation as needed for case management of employees' medical care as a result of injury

• Interface with local hospitals and emergency medical providers to ensure quality and continuity of care.
• Offer return-to-work clearances for employees.

• Perform required employee screenings and manage credentialing programs.
• Deliver educational offerings to employees.

Medical Surveillance:

• Conduct and manage required surveillance examinations.
• Provide medical surveillance support for employees.
• Perform health assessments, including audiometric exams, physical assessments, and selected tests.
• Communicate to management employee fitness for work determinations.

Case Management:

• Provide personal and work-related injury case management following state and company policies and guidelines.
• Offer medical advice/input to site leadership on work-relatedness of injuries/illnesses.
• Organize independent medical examinations as appropriate and in coordination with the TPA / insurance company.

Health Promotion Program:

• Lead, promote and support employee wellness programs.

Medical Record and Administrative Tasks:

• Ensure adequate clinical documentation of services provided.
• Handle administrative tasks such as faxing, scanning, copying, clinic scheduling, medical waste management, and more.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience

• EMT or LPN, RN, or BSN degree and hold current license.
• High School Diploma required, additional safety & health related training and certificates are a plus.
• OSHA record keeping experience in manufacturing environment.

• Strong understanding of state and federal workers compensation laws

• Experience speaking in front of people in a classroom setting is a plus.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Power Point required.
• Experience with SAP is a plus.

Competencies/Behaviors:

• Quickly learns and applies information, knowledge and skills.
• Expresses information and ideas clearly and concisely, confirming understanding.
• Supports Nyrstar values of respect, ownership, excellence and teamwork.
• Understands the impact of actions and decisions on both people and other parts of the organization.
• Displays strength of character in both independent and team efforts.
• Works cooperatively with others and ensures team effectiveness.
• Ensures completeness and accuracy of tasks, information and activities.
• Effectively manages own time by planning activities and setting priorities.
• Maintains confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Strong sense of personal accountability.