The Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) for the New England District supports the development and management of the District’s Occupational Health Program, ensuring compliance with OSHA, DOD, USACE, and standard medical practices. Acts as a consultant and subject matter expert for safety and health personnel and manages employee medical records with strict confidentiality. Provides basic direct care, limited emergency support, immunizations, and on-site medical screenings. Assists with occupational health surveys, training, and health promotion, coordinates with local medical facilities, maintains medical logs, and delivers daily reports to the SOH Manager.
This position supports the management and maintenance of employee medical records, ensuring proper documentation of occupational health histories and incorporation of summary forms into medical files. The incumbent provides critical occupational health information to the Safety Manager and ensures the correct initiation, maintenance, and disposition of employee medical records. They contribute to epidemiological studies and maintain related files to support the District’s health monitoring efforts.Additionally, the role assists in establishing, implementing, and maintaining the District’s Medical Surveillance Program in coordination with the Chief of Safety and the National Occupational Health Center. The employee plans service levels, develops occupational health protocols, interprets regulations, and provides technical guidance. They serve on working groups to align program priorities with mission needs, recommend organizational improvements, oversee requisitioning of supplies and equipment, and prepare medical reports for higher headquarters. Continuous quality reviews ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of occupational health support throughout the District.