Occupational Health ARNP

An exempt position responsible for oversight of a comprehensive occupational health program of all Fire Rescue employees. ARNP services will include annual physicals, health promotion, injury prevention and ergonomics, case management, hearing conversation, medical surveillance, respiratory protection program and fitness for duty. Responsible for compliance with federal and state regulatory agencies to include OSHA, CMS and CDC. Ensures records are secured and HIPAA compliant. Supervises RN staff and applicable clerical staff.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs comprehensive physical assessments
• Reviews imaging reports (i.e. ultrasound, X-ray, CT scan, etc.) and provide information to patient
• Monitoring the health status of employees
• Developing and implementing health and safety programs
• Developing disease prevention programs, such as smoking cessation, exercise, and healthy eating programs
• Observing and assessing the work environment for potential dangers and hazards
• Treating injuries and illnesses for employees, including follow-ups and referrals
• Serves as a gatekeeper for healthcare services, including rehabilitation and disability matters
• Provides resources to employees on physical and mental health issues, guiding them toward community resources and/or employee assistance programs
• Conducting research on the effects of hazardous work conditions or workplace exposures, which may include gathering data and reporting findings to the employer
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Possess and utilize strong clinical judgement and decision-making
• Able to work independently with high levels of autonomy
• Provide thorough, complete, and accurate assessments
• Is an effective communicator
• Provide empathetic and compassionate care
• Excellent time management skills
• Knowledge of National Fire Protection Association 1582 – Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments

Minimum Requirements

PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written, and visual communication.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. Must possess current licensure as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the State of Florida. Must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Must obtain American Board for Occupational Health Nurses - Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) or Association of Physician’s Assistants in Occupational Medicine credentialing within 18 months.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida laws.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., chapter SSA-7 Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants

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• Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid holidays
• Group insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Deferred compensation
• Medical leave pool
• Annual medical leave buy-back
• Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.