Job Summary  

The Nurse Practitioner will provide health care services to patients and as needed to support medical and safety efforts at site. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Employee Care, Treatment and Testing: 

Provides first-aid, medical treatment including single-layer wound closure, ordering x-rays, and appropriate follow-up to occupationally ill/injured workers consistent with appropriate Workers’ Compensation standards and laws. 

Provides first-aid or minimal incidental care and treatment and appropriate follow-up for non-occupational conditions consistent with appropriate standards for an employer on-site clinic and laws. 

Performs regulatory testing, TB tests, immunizations, blood draws, drug testing if required. 

Performs other wellness activities, flu shots, education and coaching for programs as requested. 

Performs examinations for employee medical surveillance programs including new hire, fit-for-duty, return-to-work, or exit exams. 

Provides return-to-work clearances as appropriate. 

Performs effective case management follow-up for injuries/illness and absences 

Provides counseling to employees on employment risk reduction initiatives as needed 

Clinic Management:

Maintains frequent communication with Medical Director and WorkCare Account Manager regarding all clinic issues and client requests. 

Medical Records and Private Health Information:

Maintains employee health records and databases 

Computer data entry of all employee demographic and health information 

Responsibly handles and guards Protected Health Information 

Follows all applicable HIPAA laws, regulations, and guidelines. 

Client Interaction: 

Develops and maintains good relationships with client management, medical and safety personnel, co-workers and WorkCare supervisors and managers 

Communicates with appropriate client management frequently 

Provides timely, accurate reporting as dictated by client, WorkCare and by law