Registered Nurse, Employee Health

Valley Health System

. Provide occupational and environmental health nursing services to employees and prospective employees across a variety of age groups .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeParamus • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $48 - $60 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing, with strong capabilities in Infection Control, Health & Wellness, and Case Management. Proficient in delivering care in diverse settings while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and managing time and priorities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Occupational Health Nurse CertificationFive Years Experience in Medical/Surgical NursingProficient in Microsoft OfficeKnowledge of OSHA and ADA RegulationsEffective Oral and Written Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

VenipunctureInfection ControlHealth & WellnessCase ManagementMedical SurveillanceTime ManagementProblem SolvingPrioritizationCare DeliveryManual Dexterity

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationAdaptabilityAttention to DetailStress Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Occupational Health Nurse CertificationCPR (BCLS) CertificationAED Certification

Industry Keywords

Occupational HealthEmployee Assistance ProgramTravel MedicineDisability ManagementWorkers CompensationFitness for DutyDrug and Alcohol TestingRespirator Fit TestingFMLASTD/LTD

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide occupational and environmental health nursing services to employees and prospective employees across a variety of age groups
Perform varied occupational health services and functions in accordance with licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements
Respond effectively to new and changing working environments
Bear primary responsibility and accountability for occupational and environmental health nursing services received by employees in the Employee Health Department
Work the day shift, scheduled 8:00am–4:30pm
Travel to and work at various locations throughout the day
Collaborate with health system and multidisciplinary team members, including physicians, rehabilitation, respiratory, diagnostic imaging, and laboratory teams
Set priorities, solve problems, manage time effectively, and deliver care

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with a Bachelors Degree in Nursing or a Bachelors Degree in a healthcare related field
Evidence of continuing professional education
Five years experience as a medical/surgical nurse, a portion of which should be in the outpatient setting
Experience in occupational health preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Word, Excel, and Email
Physical requirements include a full range of body motion, including assisting patients, stretching, bending, lifting, sitting, kneeling, stooping, standing, walking, pushing and pulling
Position classified as Very Heavy Work, exerting in excess of 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly
Manual and finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Constant talking and listening in English
Effective oral and written communication skills, speech clarity, understanding relayed information, deductive and inductive reasoning
Considerable walking, standing, sitting, reaching, filing, typing and photocopying
Ability to work accurately, pay attention to details, and change tasks without loss of efficiency or composure
Ability to function competently in stressful situations and changing work environments
Ability to work cooperatively with health system and multidisciplinary team members
Effective time management, prioritization, problem solving, and care delivery skills
Current Occupational Health Nurse Certification or OHNC Certification within 2 years of hire
CPR (BCLS) Certification with AED Certification
Venipuncture
Strong knowledge of Infection Control, Health & Wellness, Case Management, and Medical Surveillance
Strong knowledge within two years of employment of Occupational Health and Safety; OSHA, ADA, FMLA, STD/LTD, drug and alcohol testing, respirator fit testing, Employee Assistance Program, Travel Medicine, Disability Management, Workers Compensation, and Fitness for Duty requirements
Ability to travel to and work at various locations throughout the day
Must be available to work flexible hours including all shifts/days

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees)
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
6 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (varies)
Wellness Time Off
Extended Illness
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities
Starting salary and benefits in accordance with role, experience, education, and licensure
Flexible hours may be available, including all shifts/days