Occupational Health Nurse

Job Summary

The Occupational Health Nurse ensures the health, safety, and regulatory compliance of associates within a medical device manufacturing environment. This role manages occupational health programs, provides clinical evaluation and early intervention for workplace injuries and illnesses, and oversees medical surveillance and health screening initiatives. Responsible for accurate recordkeeping and adherence to local, state, and federal regulations, this position supports regulatory processes and non-occupational licensure requirements. The incumbent collaborates with associates, leadership, and cross-functional teams to promote return-to-work programs, maintain workplace wellness, and foster a safe and compliant work environment, supporting operations at TPR1 and TPR2 facilities.

Job Details/Responsibilities

Clinical Evaluation and Early Intervention -Provide & assess and care for associates reporting work-related or non-occupational symptoms, including coordinating with external medical providers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely intervention and continuity of care.

Medical and Regulatory Records – Manage & maintain accurate electronic medical records and health documentation in the EHS platform, ensuring compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, FDA, and other applicable regulations. Track medical surveillance, vaccinations, screenings, and follow-up actions.

Occupational Health Programs - Administer and document medical surveillance programs (e.g., respiratory protection, hearing conservation, vision and audiology testing, fleet safety) and preventive care initiatives, ensuring baseline and threshold changes are tracked and required follow-ups are completed.

Case Management and Return-to-Work Processes - Actively participate in case management discussions, facilitate post-injury/illness follow-up, support safe return-to-work and job accommodations, and coordinate specialist evaluations and external providers. Actively work with the Medical cases Committee to ensure license management is appropriate.

Health & Safety Initiatives - Serve as First Aid Team leader, coordinate emergency response and team meetings, support site EHS committee activities, training initiatives, ergonomic monitoring, and wellness programs to promote workplace health and safety culture.

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting - Assist with OSHA injury and illness reporting, State Insurance Fund cases, and documentation of occupational exposure incidents (bloodborne pathogens, chemical exposure, ergonomic incidents) while ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations.

Operational Support and Collaboration - Collaborate with HR and other departments on non-occupational medical matters, fit-for-duty assessments, associate licensure requirements, lactation room compliance, and medical supply management to maintain operational readiness and workplace health standards. Other related duties may be assigned.
 

Job Responsibilities (continued)

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

Experienced occupational health professional with proven ability to manage and administer occupational health programs within a medical device manufacturing or similar regulated environment.

Strong understanding of OSHA, DOL, HIPAA, State Insurance Fund, SINOT, and other applicable occupational health and safety regulations.

Skilled in using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases) and electronic health record or EHS systems to maintain accurate and compliant documentation.

Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities within a structured, document-controlled environment.

Maintains high standards of confidentiality when handling sensitive and protected health information (PHI), fully compliant with legal and company requirements.

Effective verbal and written communication in both Spanish and English; able to interact with associates, management, and external healthcare professionals in a clear and professional manner.

Exercises sound clinical and professional judgment in resolving occupational health issues; works independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Onsite position requiring presence at manufacturing facilities to provide direct occupational health support.
 

Qualifications/ Background Experiences

Registered Nurse (RN) with active professional licensure in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; board certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN/COHN-S) or equivalent preferred.

Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in occupational health, employee wellness, or clinical nursing within a manufacturing or similarly regulated environment.

Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification required.

Experience managing medical surveillance programs, case management, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, HIPAA, FDA, or equivalent) preferred.