Truman Medical Centers, a two-hospital, 600-bed, not-for-profit healthcare system, is the largest and most comprehensive safety net healthcare provider in Jackson County and Kansas City, Mo. TMC serves as the pri­mary teaching hospital for the University of Missouri-Kansas City Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry and Pharmacy. Recognized as a critical area resource for advanced specialized healthcare, TMC is constantly working to deliver the best possible medical care for our patients. Quality, innovation, teamwork and attention to detail are at the heart of all we do. TMC’s tagline is: “Better. For Everyone.” It is a simple statement, but it has profound significance. It is what we stand for, it is the focus of our work, and it is our promise to our patients.

THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR SOMEONE WITH LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE TO WORK IN THIS ROLE ON A 1 YEAR CONTRACT.  This manager will work in partnership with the current Occupational Health Manager along with the Medical Directors of Occupational Health and under the direction of the Director of Occupational Health & Wellness, coordinates the development, implementation and evaluation of the Occupational Health program for TMC. Monitors the staff and clinical care of patients in the Occupational Health Clinic. Provides program support to maintain and / or improve the standard of care in the Occupational Health Clinic at TMC. Provides education to staff which promotes a smooth delivery of care for the patient. Provide services to workforce members (WFM) that focuses on optimizing health through health promotion, preventing illness and injury, and reducing health hazards. Ensure all aspects of nursing care comply with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements. Ensure all services comply with state and federal regulatory requirements including OSHA regulations and JCAHO requirements.  Has corporate responsibilities for the Hospital Hill & Lakewood campuses. Participates in the Corporate Workers’ Compensation and Employee Safety Initiatives.  Participates in Corporate Employee Wellness and Community Outreach & Education Initiatives.  Ensures staff in the department actively participates in Department activities.  Assists in the coordination of the monthly and annual operating budget for the cost centers.

Required Skills

Minimum Requirements

• Applicants are required to be an RN and to have a Baccalaureate degree.
• Maintain current Missouri license as a professional nurse (RN).
• Current BCLS certification.
• Five years Occupational Health or Public Health nursing experience.
• Three years progressive leadership experience.
• Demonstrated exceptional communication skills-verbal and written.
• Sound judgment sufficient to ensure the integrity of operations and to provide exemplary leadership in the development of teamwork among the staff.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and external to the medical center.
• Computer aptitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Certification in an Occupational Health or Safety specialty area.
• NCCA accredited certification in Personal Training and/or certification in group fitness.
• Membership in a minimum of one professional nursing organization.

Required Experience

Minimum Requirements

• Applicants are required to be an RN and to have a Baccalaureate degree.
• Maintain current Missouri license as a professional nurse (RN).
• Current BCLS certification.
• Five years Occupational Health or Public Health nursing experience.
• Three years progressive leadership experience.
• Demonstrated exceptional communication skills-verbal and written.
• Sound judgment sufficient to ensure the integrity of operations and to provide exemplary leadership in the development of teamwork among the staff.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and external to the medical center.
• Computer aptitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Certification in an Occupational Health or Safety specialty area.
• NCCA accredited certification in Personal Training and/or certification in group fitness.
• Membership in a minimum of one professional nursing organization.