If you are hired, we will require you to provide that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinatedPOSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Employee Health Coordinator, the Employee Health Assistant is a Licensed Practical Nurse who provides numerous health services for Gulfside Healthcare Services employees, contract employees and volunteers, with particular emphasis in the area of occupational health. The Employee Health Assistant utilizes established protocols and current standards of care to meet the needs of the Gulfside Healthcare Services employee population.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensed as an LPN in the State of Florida

One year of Employee Health related experience; including administering vaccinations, TB testing, contact tracing, N95 fit testing, etc.

Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication and public speaking skills.

Proficiency in MS Outlook, Excel, Power Point, and Word

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize duties

Must have reliable transportation to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must be able to provide proof of automobile insurance

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists with preventative screening and immunization programs (e.g., N95 fit testing, TB skin testing, influenza, hepatitis B, varicella and other appropriate immunizations) and surveillance programs designed to identify and monitor risks to the employee’s health.

Assists with safely administering and appropriately documenting on immunizations and TB skin tests given to employees per protocol.

Performs communicable disease exposure follow-up.

Provides counseling and referrals to employees in a timely manner, especially where occupational exposure or disease is a concern.

Interprets lab reports and screening tests accurately. Consults Human Resources Department as needed to provide appropriate counseling and follow up for employees with injuries, illness, or exposure to diseases.

Maintains and updates confidential comprehensive employee health records.

Maintains immunization, TB screening and exposure follow-up programs including billing.