Overview
Occupational health nurses assess work related injuries, conduct surveillance and implement programs to promote employee health and regulatory compliance.
Clinical and Preventive Roles
They provide triage for workplace injuries, immunizations, exposure follow up and health promotion and coordinate return to work and accommodations.
Program Management
Nurses develop policies, conduct risk assessments and collaborate with industrial hygiene and safety teams to reduce occupational hazards and absenteeism.
Training and Certification
Occupational health nurses are registered nurses with specialized training or certification in occupational and environmental health and regulatory requirements.