Occupational Health Nurse

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2024 revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit 

Responsibilities

The Occupational Health Nurse is responsible for assessing and identifying both occupational and non-occupational illnesses and injuries, triaging care, and assisting with the rehabilitation of injured and ill employees. The goal is to enable employees to return to work in a healthy and safe manner.

Essential Duties : The following duties represent the general responsibilities of this role. Specific job duties may vary based on company requirements.

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with patients, families, management, and the medical community.
• Assess and identify occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses, and triage care appropriately.
• Develop and implement care plans, providing treatments per established Nursing Protocols and Guidelines.
• Work independently within the scope of Occupational Health Nursing.
• Perform physical assessments and screening tests (e.g., strep screens, urine dipstick, glucose testing, tympanogram, EKG, vision and hearing screenings, drug/alcohol testing) to obtain nursing diagnoses.
• Refer patients to a Family Nurse Practitioner, Physician, or outside specialist when assessment indicates a need for care beyond the scope of Occupational Health Nursing.
• Facilitate care, testing, or medical services (e.g., x-rays, prescriptions, physical therapy).
• Document care, referrals, and follow-ups in electronic systems and medical charts.
• Discuss findings, referrals, treatments, and follow-up care with employees, considering their education, understanding, and cultural background.
• Educate employees on health and wellness issues, utilizing present complaints as "teachable moments."
• Obtain diagnoses and functional activity restrictions from external providers, evaluating the appropriateness of restrictions in relation to the employee's recovery and functional ability.
• Coordinate and monitor care from external providers and refer as needed (e.g., Benefit Partners, health plan case managers).
• Communicate with external providers, employees, and management to ensure safe and timely return to work.
• Maintain a general knowledge base that includes acute illnesses, injuries, chronic diseases, and preventive care.
• Demonstrate self-motivation, good judgment, and the ability to prioritize work while following company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum Educational Requirements:
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing.

License/Certification Required:
• Registered Nurse (RN) license; certification in Occupational Health Nursing preferred.

Prerequisite Skills/Knowledge/Training: Employees in this role must possess:
• Knowledge of acute illnesses, injuries, chronic diseases, and preventive care.
• Strong verbal, written, and electronic communication skills, along with good listening abilities.
• Self-motivation and the ability to make sound judgments while working independently.
• Capability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successful completion of required training.
• Good organizational skills, the ability to prioritize work, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• Basic knowledge of facility safety and regulatory requirements, basic computer skills, and familiarity with various software packages (e.g., SAP, Intranet, Microsoft Office).
• Commitment to safety
• Ability to accept and provide constructive feedback.

Mandatory Job Qualifications:
• Advanced nursing skills.
• Ability to obtain Certification in Occupational Health Nursing and in Drug/Alcohol testing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (optional).

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to move effectively around the clinic and work/office area.
• Proficient in verbal, electronic, and written communication.
• Capable of walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods.
• Able to travel domestically via airline and/or automobile.

Mental Requirements:
• Strong complex problem-solving abilities.
• Independent judgment
• Effective social skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning.
• Capability to multitask effectively while performing job functions.
• Ability to work independently.

Safety Requirements:
• Adhere to safety protocols, including universal precautions, and understand all applicable safety requirements and expectations.

Notice

Eastman will not accept applicants for this offered position who require visa sponsorship, including those whose status is F-1 visa OPT who subsequently would require ongoing visa sponsorship .

Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.

Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.