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Occupational Health Nurse (RN)

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Build a Better World with Caterpillar

At Caterpillar, safety is our number one priority at every location across the globe. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Occupational Health Nurse (RN) to join our Product Support & Logistics Division in Waco, Texas. In this role, you will serve as a highly autonomous occupational health professional responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing services in support of employee health, safety, wellness, disability management, and regulatory compliance.

As a key member of the Corporate Medical team, you will collaborate with Operations, EH&S, Human Resources, Compensation & Benefits, and healthcare providers to ensure employees receive exceptional occupational health support throughout their employment lifecycle.

Occupational Health & Clinical Care

• Deliver comprehensive occupational nursing services related to workplace injuries and illnesses.
• Function autonomously while managing a broad range of clinical situations.
• Conduct nursing assessments, recommendations, and employee health evaluations.
• Provide occupational health consultations, health coaching, and care referrals.
• Assist occupational physicians with employee evaluations and return-to-work determinations.
• Deliver first aid and emergency care when required.
• Lead and coordinate on-site medical emergency response efforts.
• Maintain readiness for emergency situations and workplace incidents.

Disability & Leave Management

• Provide case management support for employees on medical leave of absence.
• Evaluate medical documentation supporting leaves, restrictions, and accommodations.
• Support disability management programs and return-to-work initiatives.
• Collaborate with HR and Compensation & Benefits teams regarding disability plans and payroll-related policies.
• Provide guidance related to Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requirements.
• Support compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations and return-to-work processes.

Employee Health & Wellness

• Promote employee wellness, prevention programs, and healthy workplace practices.
• Serve as a trusted clinical resource to employees and business leaders.
• Deliver health education and wellness initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve employee health outcomes.
• Support behavioral health and employee assistance referrals when appropriate.

Medical Records & Regulatory Compliance

• Serve as the HIPAA-compliant custodian and liaison for employee medical information.
• Maintain accurate and complete occupational health records and databases.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, FMLA, and applicable regulations.
• Support health surveillance and occupational medical monitoring programs.
• Represent Corporate Medical policies and standards within the facility.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve occupational health programs and processes.
• Support innovation and implementation of best-in-class occupational medical practices.
• Participate in disability management process improvements.
• Collaborate across multiple business functions to improve workforce health outcomes.

Required Skills

Education & Licensure

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas.
• Accredited Registered Nurse degree.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification.

Experience

• Minimum 2-4 years of nursing experience in:
• Occupational Health
• Occupational Medicine
• Acute Care
• Emergency Department
• Industrial Nursing
• Employee Health Services

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and electronic medical record systems.
• Ability to learn and utilize multiple online health management databases.
• Medical documentation and record-keeping expertise.
• Case management and disability management experience.
• Knowledge of OSHA, ADA, HIPAA, FMLA, and occupational health regulations.
• Emergency response and clinical assessment skills.

Professional Competencies

• Outstanding clinical judgment and decision-making.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Collaborative approach when partnering with HR, Operations, and EH&S teams.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).
• Occupational Health Nursing experience in a manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or industrial environment.
• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN or COHN-S).
• Workers' Compensation case management experience.
• Leave administration experience involving ADA and FMLA.
• Knowledge of disability management programs.
• Experience supporting return-to-work and accommodation programs.
• Experience leading workplace emergency response initiatives.
• Familiarity with industrial risk assessments and workplace ergonomics.

Additional Information

• Location: Waco, Texas
• Shift: First Shift
• Flexibility to support alternate shifts as business needs require.
• Travel: Up to 10%

Summary Pay Range: $81,370.00 - $122,060.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.