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Berkeley Lab's Environment, Health, & Safety (EHS) division is hiring a Senior Occupational Health Nurse to join the team. Reporting to the Clinical Manager, this role involves applying occupational nursing principles to protect worker health and ensure a safe workplace. Responsibilities include performing medical exams, treating acute injuries and illnesses per protocols, and supporting workplace wellness initiatives.

What You Will Do : Clinical (60%) :

• Evaluate and treat acute or serious injuries (e.g., injections, triage, concussions) and illnesses (e.g., chest pain, seizures, respiratory issues) or chemical exposures, as per protocols. Use clinical judgment to determine proper care, whether to refer to a hospital, physician, or return to work. Collaborate with the Clinical Manager and Site Occupational Medical Director as needed.
• Support worksite health and safety programs by conducting medical surveillance exams (e.g., histories, physicals, blood tests, audiograms, pulmonary function tests).
• Identify and assess health problems and hazards through work-site surveys, toxicological research, and analysis of OSHA logs and accident reports. Stay informed about workplace hazards and consult with the safety team to improve practices and eliminate hazards.
• Work with the Clinical Manager, Site Occupational Medical Director, clinic, and HR staff to coordinate and monitor services for injured workers to ensure effective recovery and return to work.
• Protect personal health information as required by law.

Administrative / Programmatic (35%) :

EHS Division / Department Support (5%) :

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