Job Description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott Nutrition - Casa Grande, AZ - is seeking a Night Shift BSN Occupational Health Nurse.

WORKING AT ABBOTT

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plan
Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, Medical Benefits start day 1
Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays
Retiree Healthcare program
Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

THE OPPORTUNITY

THIS POSITION WORKS OUT OF OUR CASA GRANDE, ARIZONA LOCATION IN THE ABBOTT NUTRITION DIVISION. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.

CASA GRANDE, AZ., is one of Abbott’s leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But we’re more than just a company, we’re a family. Working here you’ll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON:

This position works inside of a FDA regulated manufacturing plant
This qualified professional executes defined Occupational Health Nursing (OHN) responsibilities including providing clinical care, promoting & preventing disease, complying with work-related regulatory requirements.
This position is responsible for managing the Employee Health department and to provide treatment and follow up care for injured employees. 
Develop, implement, sustain, and execute wellness programs. 
Coordinate Worker's Compensation and Disability Case Management.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and Procedures.
Utilizes & documents nursing process in care management.
Assesses, diagnoses & treats clients consistent with appropriate standards & laws.
Uses & maintains accurate, complete recordkeeping systems & maintains employee confidentiality.
Conducts thorough & objective assessment of client's status & case management needs.
Maintains contact with internal & external OHNs and community health care professionals.
Establishes & maintains communication with employees, management & colleagues to accomplish OH, safety & environmental programs.
Coordinates employee health screenings & the medical surveillance programs.
Utilizes adult learning approaches in health education & training programs.
Counsels clients on occupational, EHS&S risks & hazards
Utilizes knowledge of current laws, regulations & standards governing employee, work site & EHS&S to achieve compliance.
Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.
Supports ergonomic assessments and related corrective action plans

Specific Duties:

Directs and manages the emergency response team.
Manages specific compliance standard:  Industrial Hygiene Monitoring, Respiratory Response, Hearing, PPE, etc.
Attend various business meetings and conduct presentations for the EHS&S.
Manages budget for Occ. Health Station area.
Directs and manages site wellness team.
Oversees the Fitness Center

You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Current RN license and bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Arizona License or Compact License)
Minimum 5 years experience in Occupational Health or Community Health (Hospital, Emergency Room, Occ. Health Wellness, etc.). 
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, solid knowledge of Occupational Health, and excellent computer skills required. 
The ability to perform independently, interact well with all levels of employees and make well-informed decisions is required.