Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Occupational Health

Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner (BOH) - Updated Job Description

Position Summary

Reports to the Director for administrative supervision and the Practice Site Physician or designee for clinical supervision. Responsible for the coordination and delivery of comprehensive occupational to patients and employer partners at designated work sites and clinic locations.

This role supports employee health, workplace safety, injury prevention, regulatory compliance, and return-to-work outcomes, while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

The Nurse Practitioner actively contributes to Beacon's mission by delivering care that is clinically excellent, preventative, and aligned to employer and community needs. Collaborates in the education of nursing students, medical residents, and other healthcare learners.

MISSION, VALUES, AND SERVICE EXPECTATIONS

Mission

We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.

Values in Action

• Trust: Builds confidence with patients, employers, and teammates through reliability and clinical excellence
• Respect: Honors each individual's unique needs, workplace roles, and health goals
• Integrity: Adheres to clinical, legal, and regulatory standards (OSHA, DOT, HIPAA) in all decisions
• Compassion: Provides empathetic care that supports both recovery and prevention

Service Expectations (Beacon Experience)

• Personally connects with patients, employees, and employer partners
• Keeps patients, employers, and care teams informed and aligned
• Acts as an advocate and partner in each patient's health and recovery journey

The Beacon Way (Operating Expectations)

• Leverages innovation (technology, workflows, data) to improve access and outcomes
• Cultivates talent through teaching, coaching, and collaboration
• Embraces performance improvement and standardization
• Drives accountability for quality, safety, and service
• Uses data to improve patient, employer, and population outcomes
• Communicates clearly and continuously across care teams and employer partners

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Clinical Care Delivery (Primary & Occupational Health)

Coordinates and delivers care in collaboration with the Practice Site Physician by:

• Practicing within scope while integrating occupational medicine and primary care principles
• Performing comprehensive history and physical exams, including work-related injury and illness evaluation
• Diagnosing and managing acute injuries, occupational illnesses, and chronic conditions impacting work ability
• Ordering and interpreting labs, imaging, and diagnostic tests
• Developing treatment plans focused on recovery, prevention, and safe return to work
• Performing procedures such as suturing, injections, and minor urgent care interventions
• Managing medical emergencies in clinic or worksite environments
• Providing ongoing monitoring, follow-up, and continuity of care

2. Occupational Health & Employer Services

Supports workplace health programs and employer partnerships by:

• Performing work-related injury care, case management, and return-to-work evaluations
• Completing DOT physicals, respirator clearance, and regulatory exams
• Supporting drug and alcohol testing programs and regulatory compliance
• Collaborating with employers on injury prevention, workplace safety, and health initiatives
• Providing documentation and communication required for employer reporting and compliance
• Partnering with employers to improve employee health, productivity, and outcomes
• Participating in onsite clinics, employer events, or mobile health services as needed

3. Patient & Employee Education

• Educates patients and employees on health promotion, injury prevention, and disease management
• Provides guidance on workplace safety, ergonomics, and wellness strategies
• Instructs patients and families on medications, treatment plans, and follow-up care
• Recommends community or employer-based resources to support recovery and well-being

4. Care Coordination & Communication

• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in the medical record
• Communicates effectively with physicians, care teams, employers, and external vendors
• Triages patient calls and provides clinical consultation
• Coordinates referrals and follow-up care
• Participates in interdisciplinary meetings and case reviews

5. Quality, Safety & Performance Improvement

• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and outcome monitoring
• Ensures adherence to clinical protocols, OSHA, DOT, and regulatory standards
• Uses data to improve patient outcomes, employer satisfaction, and operational efficiency
• Supports standardization of workflows and continuous improvement efforts
• Contributes to development and refinement of clinical and occupational health protocols

6. Professional Practice & Development

• Maintains professional licensure, certifications, and competencies
• Engages in continuing education and professional development
• Participates in training and mentoring of students and new staff
• Maintains active involvement with professional and community organizations

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in department meetings and stays informed
• Completes required education, competencies, and health requirements
• Maintains licensure and certifications (including BLS/CPR)
• Adheres to infection prevention, safety, and ergonomic standards
• Follows all policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Supports staffing needs and schedule flexibility as required

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required; Master's preferred
• Graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current Indiana RN and NP licensure required
• National certification required
• Prescriptive authority or eligibility within 6 months
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience preferred (occupational health, urgent care, or primary care strongly preferred)

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of clinical practice standards and occupational health regulations
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills
• Ability to manage both individual patient care and population/employer health needs
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced, variable-demand environments

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Practice in clinic and/or worksite environments with exposure to biohazards and physical demands
• Requires standing, walking, lifting, and responding to emergent situations
• Must be able to perform essential clinical functions including patient movement and CPR