Gateway Regional Medical Center·Granite City, Illinois
The Occupational Health LPN/RN provides high-quality nursing care to clinic patients and ensures efficient patient flow. They serve as a clinical resource for regulatory compliance and coordinate care with employers, physicians, and case managers.
💼 protect the health of our workforce. Make an impact every day.
Licensed practical nurse (Lpn) / Registered nurse (Rn) - Occupational health
Gateway Regional Medical Center | Granite City, IL
⏰ full-Time | days | 40 hours per week
Where healthcare meets workplace wellness.
At Gateway Regional Medical Center, our Occupational Health team plays a vital role in keeping our community healthy, safe, and working. As an Occupational Health LPN/RN, you'll provide compassionate, high-quality care to employees and employer partners while supporting injury prevention, workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and employee wellness.
If you enjoy building relationships, working independently, and making a meaningful impact beyond traditional bedside nursing, this is the opportunity for you.
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❤️ why choose gateway regional medical center?
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As an Occupational Health Nurse, you'll provide clinical care and occupational health services that promote employee wellness, workplace safety, and regulatory compliance.
Your responsibilities will include: 🩺 Assessing and treating employees with occupational injuries and illnesses
💉 Administering immunizations, TB testing, drug and alcohol screenings, and other occupational health services
📋 Performing pre-employment, annual, and regulatory health screenings
📞 Communicating with employers, referring providers, Third Party Administrators (TPAs), and Case Managers while maintaining patient confidentiality
📑 Assisting with Workers' Compensation case coordination and return-to-work processes
🛡️ Supporting compliance with OSHA regulations, Illinois Workers' Compensation requirements, DOT regulations, and infection prevention standards
🤝 Collaborating with providers and interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely, high-quality patient care
🖥️ Maintaining accurate documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR)
❤️ Providing exceptional customer service while promoting a positive experience for employees and employer partners
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What we're looking for: Registered nurse (Rn)
✔ Current Illinois Registered Nurse License required
✔ Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or RN with a bachelor's degree in a health-related field or Business Administration required
✔ Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN or COHN-S) preferred
Licensed practical nurse (Lpn)
✔ Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program
✔ Current Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse License required
Qualifications: For both roles
✔ Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) required
✔ Previous occupational health, employee health, ambulatory care, urgent care, or outpatient clinic experience preferred
✔ Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, Illinois Workers' Compensation, DOT regulations, drug and alcohol screening, and case management preferred
✔ Knowledge of infection prevention practices and vaccine administration preferred
✔ Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills
✔ Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently in a fast-paced clinical environment
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Healthy employees build healthy communities.
As an Occupational Health Nurse, you'll help employees return to work safely, support local businesses, prevent workplace injuries, and promote healthier workplaces throughout our region. Your expertise improves lives not only for individual patients but for the organizations and communities they serve.
At Gateway Regional Medical Center, you'll find a rewarding career where your clinical knowledge, compassion, and commitment to excellence make a lasting impact every day.
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🚀 ready to make a difference?
If you're looking for a rewarding nursing career that combines clinical expertise, patient education, workplace wellness, and community impact, Gateway Regional Medical Center is the place for you.
Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to protecting the health of our workforce and strengthening the communities we proudly serve.
Candidates must hold a current Illinois Nursing License and BLS certification, with a BSN required for RNs and an accredited program for LPNs. Previous experience in occupational health or ambulatory outpatient settings is required.
Market context
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