Arlington, VA, 22212, USA
90 days ago
Occupational Health Nurse (UHNS)/Registered Nurse
**Kadiak, LLC** **Job ID 23200286** **Kadiak, LLC,** a Koniag Government Services company **,** is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse (UHNS)/Registered Nurse to support **Kadiak** and our government customer in Arlington, VA. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. **Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:** + Provide evaluation and treatment of ill and injured employees. + Administer and interpret Mantoux tuberculin skin tests, perform screening evaluations, ECGs, venipuncture, and vision exams. + Perform audiology and pulmonary function spirometry testing. + Manage and perform clinical, administrative, and program duties as assigned by Physician. + Triage patients, treat illness and injuries, and refer cases to off-site providers as needed. + Counsel employees regarding health and wellness issues, test results, arranging physical exams and test, and assisting in performance of exams. + Manage and maintain health promotion programs, short term counseling and referrals to outside health and EAP resources. + Maintain medical, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and other documentation in print and electronic format. + May be required to drive specially equipped emergency vehicle or other government vehicle to respond to emergencies, perform Automated External Defibrillator (AED) checks, or perform other duties as assigned by the COR or Clinical Supervisor + May be required to attend scheduled high-risk activities of DEA students and staff (non-contract), such as physical training testing, defensive tactics sessions, or challenge events, as assigned. Some of these activities are conducted in outdoor settings. + Monitor the Marine Corps Base activity status (temperature determined) during outside activities occurring in hot or cold weather. + Greet all patients who enter the health unit, discerning the reason for the visit, triaging if necessary, ensuring completion of routine paperwork for clinic visits, and retrieving a chart if it is available in the unit. + Obtain patient vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and O2 saturation) as necessary. + Provide medical care for minor injuries or illnesses as per standing orders. + Assist the Nurse Coordinator and Physician in providing any necessary patient care, attempting to anticipate needs as much as possible. + Provide phlebotomy or establish intravenous fluid lines as needed. + File all patient notes from a given day in charts by the end of that day. + Dispense over-the-counter medications according to standing orders. + Maintain emergency and non-emergency equipment. + Calibrate any equipment used in the unit. + Administer vaccines to DEA staff (non-contract), including Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, meningococcus, tetanus, TDaP, influenza. + Respond to and provide emergency medical treatment according to standing orders for emergencies which occur inside or outside of the unit. + Answer telephone calls to the Health Services Unit and respond to requests appropriately, determine whether immediate action is required, and make complete notes regarding call backs. + Maintain infection control in the unit: ensure that examination rooms are cleaned after each use, cabinets are closed, unused supplies are put away, and no trash is left on cabinets, tables, or floors. + Complete daily log of patient visits on DEA computer, within Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements + Ensure adequate stocking of forms and supplies. + Perform Phase I physical examinations: + Schedule appointments for physicals, usually via email + Obtain charts for physicals from DEA Headquarters + Prepare necessary paperwork and laboratory tubes and labels prior to the patient’s arrival. + Perform tasks required for the Phase I exam: e.g. phlebotomy, urine sample collection, ECG, tuberculosis testing, vision testing, hearing testing, and pulmonary function tests when indicated + Organize all paperwork and test results in the patient chart. + Provide organized chart to physician for review at least one day prior to the Phase II examination. + Cross-check charts arriving from DEA Headquarters for new Basic Agent classes against the list of names and contact Headquarters if any charts are missing. + Must be physically able to: + Walk distances while carrying heavy packs of medical supplies. + Assist with or transfer individuals of various weights/heights. + Lift up to 30 pounds, required to move or transfer supplies and equipment, or to perform an ergonomic task. + Bend, reach, stoop, squat, kneel, and grip to administer patient care and perform necessary employee tasks. + Stand for long periods of time, have good mobility skills, and be able to walk distances. + Sit for periods of time in meetings or while entering data or performing documentation. + Hear and speak in order to converse with personnel and supervisors. + Tolerate outdoors work in hot, cold, and inclement weather, and be able to adapt to changing weather conditions. + Tolerate loud noises such as bangs, pops, and other simulated law enforcement training activities. + Have intact near and far visual acuity and accommodation, and intact manual dexterity skills, to perform job tasks and complete documentation. + Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, to give adequate directions, information, and instructions to personnel and supervisors. + Work within the scope of practice and state standards of the Registered Nurse in the State/Commonwealth of Virginia. + Obtain professional development and training to remain knowledgeable regarding current trends, information, and practices. **Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:** + Pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). + Have and maintain an active, current, unrestricted License as a RN in the jurisdiction of delivery of care. + Maintain certification in BLSHCP and ACLS provider. + Have at least two (2) years of previous clinical experience as an RN. + Have completed Registered Nurse (RN) training from a university, college, school, or nursing program that is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), National Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). + Have and maintain a valid state driver’s license. **Working Environment & Conditions** This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This position is primarily indoors, consistent with a standard office position and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. The incumbent is required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The workload may require the incumbent to sit for extended periods of time. The incumbent must be able to read, do simple math calculations and withstand moderate amounts of stress. The incumbent must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. **Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy** The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation to navigate or to apply for a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodation. Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com. **_Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352_**
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