OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE

KSB GIW, Inc.

Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Human Resource Business Partner
Location: Grovetown, GA
FLSA Status: Salary Exempt

OVERVIEW:

The Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) is responsible for promoting and maintaining the physical, mental, and social well-being of manufacturing and administrative employees across multiple company locations. This role focuses on preventing and treating work-related injuries and illnesses, supporting employee wellness initiatives and programs, managing occupational and personal medical leave programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a safe and healthy work environment.

The OHN partners closely with Human Resources, Safety, operational leadership, and external medical providers to support employee health initiatives, reduce workplace risk, and ensure compliance with applicable occupational health and safety regulations. This position supports facilities located in Georgia, Florida, and Canada.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Injury & Illness Management

• Provides first aid and emergency care to employees injured or ill at work

• Manages all aspects of worker's compensation cases for all worksites and coordinates with insurance providers as necessary

• Assists with the return-to-work process, including assessing fitness for duty and collaborating with management to ensure accommodations for injured workers

• Manages personal medical illnesses/injuries and coordinates all aspects of FMLA, short term disability, long term disability, and ADA cases

• Analyzes occupational injury and illness trends and partners with leadership to support proactive risk reduction initiatives

• Health Surveillance & Monitoring

• Coordinates OSHA-required medical surveillance programs including audiometric testing, respiratory fit testing, pulmonary function testing, vision screening, and immunization programs

• Maintains accurate and confidential employee medical records in accordance with HIPAA and applicable privacy regulations'

• Maintains medical clinic supply inventory, replenishes when necessary

• Performs monthly AED inspections

• Maintains OSHA 300 and 300A logs in conjunction with the Safety team

• Enforces GIW's Drug & Alcohol Policy and administers drug screens, makes referrals to EAP, and ensures employees are working safely according to the policies and procedures

• Employee Health Education & Counseling

• Provides individualized employee health education, coaching, and support

• Delivers company-wide occupational health and wellness training programs

• Coordinates and manages CPR, Bloodborne Pathogen (BBP), and First Aid certification programs

• Develops and supports employee wellness engagement initiatives focused on overall well-being

• Coordinates wellness-related events including health fairs, blood drives, flu vaccine clinics, and preventive health screenings

• Serves as a resource regarding company health benefits and wellness resources

• Collaboration & Advisory

• Partners closely with HR, Safety, and operational leadership to support a safe and healthy workplace culture

• Serves as a health resource and advisor to employees and leadership, provides support and referrals when necessary

• Participates in safety committee meetings and supports continuous improvement initiatives related to employee health and safety

• Ensures compliance with GIW's company policies and local, state, and federal occupational health and safety laws and regulations

• Risk Management & Emergency Preparedness

• Assists in the development of emergency response plans, including handling workplace accidents, natural disasters, and public health emergencies

• Participates in drills and training programs for emergency response

• Supports workplace incident investigations involving employee injuries or medical events

• Workplace Health Initiatives

• Develops, implements, and evaluates health promotion programs designed to enhance employee well-being and productivity

• Manages GIW's wellness program and coordinates annual health screenings, communicates deadlines, and tracks employee engagement

• Coordinates periodic events such as blood drives, health fairs, on-site mammogram bus, flu vaccine clinics, etc.

• Supports mental health initiatives by providing Employee Assistance Program resources, counseling, and referrals when necessary

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or related field preferred

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

• Minimum of 35 years of nursing experience required, preferably in occupational health, manufacturing, industrial, or emergency care settings

• CPR certification required

• Strong knowledge of OSHA, FMLA, ADA, and other occupational health regulations

• Experience in case management and worker's compensation claims management

• Excellent clinical, emergency, and assessment skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to work independently and make decisions in high-pressure situations

WORK ENVIRONMENT, SCHEDULE & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position operates within both manufacturing and office environments and may require periodic exposure to moving mechanical parts, loud noise levels, temperature fluctuations, and other manufacturing related conditions.

This position is primarily present during first shift operations but does support 24-7 operations and some flexibility outside of normal business hours may occasionally be required to support emergency response situations or training initiatives.

Physical requirements may include:

• Standing and walking for extended periods

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds

• Responding quickly to workplace emergencies

• Use of standard office and medical equipment

• Wearing required personal protective equipment

KSB GIW, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KB GIW, Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.