Nurse (All levels) - 968

STP Nuclear Operating Company (STP) is one of the largest nuclear power plants nationwide, and is an industry leader in safety, reliability and efficiency, STP’s twin pressurized water reactors produce 2,700 megawatts of electricity, enough to serve more than one million homes in Austin, Corpus Christi, Houston, San Antonio and surrounding areas in south central Texas.

The plant is located about 90 miles southwest of Houston on a 12,200 acre site near Bay City in Matagorda County.

Nurse Assoc - Lead Nurse

SUMMARY

The Nurse position performs medical & first aid assistance to individuals and employees who become ill or injured on the job.

Performs regulatory physicals, e.g. Licensed Reactor Operator, Respiratory, Crane Operator, Fire Brigade, Security, Vision testing, Hearing Testing, Return to Work, etc.

Performs Medical Case Management duties : manages FMLA and ADA absences, generates and manages required documents, monitors timesheets, completes Long Term Disability referrals, communicates with employee, managers, and any others involved in the management of absences, and manages the restricted duty process.

Evaluates, recommends, and monitors protocols, standing orders, regulatory programs, standards of treatment, and medical case management.

Coordinates and actively participates in employee wellness promotion programs.

EDUCATION

• Completion of a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) training program from an accredited nursing program and successfully pass the State Nursing Board Examination for LVNs. (Required)
• Associates degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program and must successfully pass the State Nursing Board Examination for registered nurses. (Preferred)
• Bachelors degree in Nursing (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE

5 years as a practicing nurse with experience in assessment, treatment / referral of emergency and non-emergency injuries / illness or occupational nursing experience within the last five (5) years.

LICENSE / CERTIFICATIONS

• Audiometry Certification (Preferred)
• Spirometry Certification (Preferred)
• Current nurse license to practice in Texas (Required).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs regulatory physicals, e.g. Licensed Reactor Operator, Respiratory, Crane Operator, Fire Brigade, Security, Vision testing, Hearing Testing, Return to Work, etc.
• Administers first aid and emergency response medical care for industrial and personal injuries / illnesses. Arranges for further care if needed.
• Provides inoculations as needed.
• Performs medical case management for Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), industrial and personal injuries / illnesses.
• Maintains regulatory compliance standards for OSHA and infection Control / Hazardous Waste.
• Maintains records for the Hearing Conservation Program.
• Manages Workers' Compensation cases.
• Maintains and processes medical records.
• Coordinates data input of medical information in appropriate databases.
• Coordinates Employee Assistance Program (EAP) return to work and plant access issues with the EAP counselor.

Nurse

EDUCATION

• Completion of a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) training program from an accredited nursing program and successfully pass the State Nursing Board Examination for LVNs. (Required)
• Associate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program and must successfully pass the State Nursing Board Examination for registered nurses. (Preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE

5+ years with experience working independently in a combination of hospital, home health, or public setting, and Occupational Health experience.

This includes a minimum of two (2) years' experience in Occupational Health (Required)

LICENSE / CERTIFICATIONS

• Audiometry Certification (Preferred)
• Spirometry Certification (Preferred)
• Current nurse license to practice in Texas (Required).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

NURSING DUTIES :

Performs regulatory physicals, e.g. Licensed Reactor Operator, Respiratory, Crane Operator, Fire Brigade, Security, Vision testing, Hearing Testing, Return to Work, etc.

Administers first aid and emergency response medical care for industrial and personal injuries / illnesses. Arranges for further care if needed.

Provides inoculations as needed.

• Performs medical case management for Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), American With Disabilities act (ADA), industrial and personal injuries / illnesses.
• Maintains regulatory compliance standards for OSHA and infection Control / Hazardous Waste.
• Maintains records for the Hearing Conservation Program.
• Manages Workers' Compensation cases.
• Maintains and processes medical records.
• Coordinates data input of medical information in appropriate databases.
• Coordinates Employee Assistance Program (EAP) return to work and plant access issues with the EAP counselor.

Nurse Senior

EDUCATION

• Associate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program and must successfully pass the State Nursing Board Examination for registered nurses. (Required)
• Bachelor's degree in nursing. (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of nursing experience in medical / surgical, home health, or other active patient care role.
• 5+ years of Occupational Health

LICENSE / CERTIFICATIONS

• Audiometry Certification (Preferred)
• Spirometry Certification (Preferred)
• Current nurse license to practice in Texas (Required).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

NURSE SPECIALIST DUTIES :

• Evaluates, recommends, and monitors protocols, standing orders, regulatory programs, standards of treatment, and medical case management.
• Performs regulatory physicals and administers first aid and emergency response medical care for industrial and personal injuries / illnesses.

Arranges for further care if needed. Provides inoculations as needed.

• Manages program and performs medical case management for Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), industrial and personal injuries / illnesses.
• Maintains regulatory compliance standards for OSHA and infection Control / Hazardous Waste. Maintains records for the Hearing Conservation Program.
• Manages Workers' Compensation cases.
• Maintains and processes medical records.
• Coordinates data input of medical information in appropriate databases.
• Coordinates Employee Assistance Program (EAP) return to work and plant access issues with the EAP counselor.
• Performs quality assurance assessment of physical records and medical case management records.
• Maintains clinical supplies, prescription, and over-the-counter medications and medical equipment, i.e., calibrations, maintenance and industry standard upgrades.
• Interacts with regulatory agency inspectors.
• Plans and implements departmental quality assessments.

Nurse Staff

EDUCATION

• Associate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program and must successfully pass the State Nursing Board Examination for registered nurses. (Required)
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE

10+ years' experience as a Nurse plus 2 years' experience as a Nurse Sr.

LICENSE / CERTIFICATIONS

• Audiometry Certification (Preferred)
• Spirometry Certification (Preferred)
• Current nurse license to practice in Texas (Required).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

NURSE SPECIALIST DUTIES :

Evaluates, recommends, and monitors protocols, standing orders, regulatory programs, standards of treatment, and medical case management.

Performs regulatory physicals and administers first aid and emergency response medical care for industrial and personal injuries / illnesses.

Arranges for further care if needed. Provides inoculations as needed.

• Manages program and performs medical case management for Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans With Disabilities act (ADA), industrial and personal injuries / illnesses.
• Maintains regulatory compliance standards for OSHA and infection Control / Hazardous Waste.
• Maintains records for the Hearing Conservation Program.
• Manages Workers' Compensation cases.
• Maintains and processes medical records.
• Coordinates data input of medical information in appropriate databases.
• Coordinates Employee Assistance Program (EAP) return to work and plant access issues with the EAP counselor.
• Performs quality assurance assessment of physical records and medical case management records.
• Maintains clinical supplies, prescription, and over-the-counter medications and medical equipment, i.e., calibrations, maintenance and industry standard upgrades.
• Interacts with regulatory agency inspectors.
• Plans and implements departmental quality assessments.

SPECIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS All levels

• Possess medical knowledge and physical assessment skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA and NRC regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of state and local laws related to health and social issues.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES All levels

• Accept ERO position as needed.
• Accept outage position as needed.
• Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access if needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS All levels

• Subject to callouts twenty-four hours per day seven days per week.
• Normal office environment
• Overtime and alternate work schedules as needed.
• Travel may be required.

WORK LOCATION All levels

Due to the nature of the work, this position provides the ability for a hybrid work schedule between Site and an alternate work location.

Alternate work locations require adequate technology and that a solid ergonomic setup is present. Note : Work schedules are contingent on business need.

ENVIRONMENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS All levels

Environmental and physical requirements are subject to crouching, stooping, bending, twisting and / or lifting up to 30 lbs;

ascending / descending stairs; sitting for extended periods of time; and spending considerable time in front of computer monitors.

Posting closes - September 4, 2023

Contact - Carolyn Thames