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Salinas Valley Health

Employee Health Nurse

Salinas, CA · On-site

$68.99 - $90/hr

... occupational/employee health. The Nurse Clinician utilizes established protocols and current standards of care to meet the wide variety of health care needs of the Salinas Valley Health staff ...

Salinas Valley Health

Employee Health Nurse

Salinas, CA · On-site

$68.99 - $90/hr

... occupational/employee health. The Nurse Clinician utilizes established protocols and current standards of care to meet the wide variety of health care needs of the Salinas Valley Health staff ...

Cynet Systems

Occupational Health Nurse

Avon, IN · On-site

$32.39 - $37.39/hr

Occupational Health Nurse Pay Range: $32.39hr - $37.39hr Requirement/Must Have: * Bachelor's degree ... Manage all employee injuries and illnesses, associated workers' compensation cases, medical ...

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Vail Health Hospital

Occupational Health Nurse

Avon, CO

$80K - $110K/yr

The Occupational Health Nurse directs, coordinates and collaborates with occupational client ... Collaborates and supports Employee Health Nurse to assure consistency in required services.

Iowa Ortho

Occupational Health Nurse

Pella, IA · On-site

$72K - $99K/yr

Occupational Health Nurse The Occupational Health Nurse provides direct clinical care and ... employee discounts and more. * Center of Excellence: Physician-owned orthopedic clinic and surgery ...

Iowa Orthopaedic Center PC

Occupational Health Nurse

Pella, IA · On-site

$72K - $99K/yr

The Occupational Health Nurse provides direct clinical care and occupational health services for ... employee discounts and more. * Center of Excellence: Physician-owned orthopedic clinic and surgery ...

Rochester Regional Health

$35.34 - $47.13/hr

Registered Nurse (Per Diem) - Employee/Occupational Health Department: WorkReady - Employee/Occupational Health Location: Float among all WorkReady sitesdepending on office needs Hours Per Week: 0 ...

INEOS Belgium

Occupational Health Nurse

Texas City, TX · On-site

$61K - $83K/yr

Occupational Health Nurse Location: Texas City, TX The Position This position provides nursing ... Manage employee health surveillance and medical programs, including OSHA‑required medical testing ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Occupational Health Nurse

San Jose, CA · On-site

$100 - $110/hr

Certified Occupational Health Nurse-S (COHN-S) is preferred. * Graduate of a masters' level nurse ... Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities ...

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How much do employee occupational health nurse jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for employee occupational health nurse in the United States is $86,380.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,500.00 and $98,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an employee occupational health nurse do?

An Employee Occupational Health Nurse is a registered nurse who specializes in promoting and maintaining the health and safety of employees in the workplace. They assess workplace hazards, provide health education, conduct health screenings, manage workplace injuries, and ensure compliance with occupational health regulations. These nurses also coordinate return-to-work programs and may administer vaccinations or first aid. Their goal is to reduce workplace illnesses and injuries and enhance overall employee well-being.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an employee occupational health nurse?

To thrive as an Employee Occupational Health Nurse, you need expertise in occupational health, risk assessment, and case management, typically supported by a nursing degree, RN licensure, and often certification in occupational health nursing (COHN or COHN-S). Familiarity with occupational health software, workplace safety protocols, and medical surveillance systems is commonly required. Strong interpersonal skills, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities help build trust with employees and facilitate health promotion initiatives. These skills ensure the well-being of the workforce, regulatory compliance, and the creation of a safer, healthier workplace.

What are some common challenges faced by employee occupational health nurses in maintaining workplace health and safety?

Employee Occupational Health Nurses often navigate challenges such as balancing the immediate needs of individual employees with broader workplace health initiatives, managing confidential health information, and staying updated with evolving regulations and best practices. They frequently collaborate with HR, safety officers, and management to address workplace injuries, promote wellness programs, and respond to public health concerns like outbreaks. Adapting to diverse work environments and effectively communicating health risks and policies are essential aspects of the role.

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Infographic showing various Employee Occupational Health Nurse job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,380 per year, or $41.5 per hour.

Employee Health Nurse

Salinas, CA • On-site

Salinas Valley Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
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$68.99 - $90/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Salinas Valley Health rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Department:
Employee Health Services
Works under the supervision of Employee Health Services Director. The Employee Health Services (EHS) Nurse Clinician is a Registered Nurse who provides direct and indirect nursing care for Salinas Valley Health staff, with particular emphasis in the area of occupational/employee health. The Nurse Clinician utilizes established protocols and current standards of care to meet the wide variety of health care needs of the Salinas Valley Health staff population. Collaboratively works with Infection Prevention toward control of communicable diseases in the Salinas Valley Health staff population. Actively promotes Employee Health and Safety. Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-pace environment
  • Provides safe, competent and efficient nursing care for minor and acute injuries and illnesses via department protocols and medical directives.
  • Performs complete pre-employment and annual health screening.
  • Assists in monitoring employee work-related illness and injury trends and helps assess, develop and implement strategies to prevent work-acquired injury or illness and expedite return to work.
  • Performs bloodborne pathogen exposure assessment, treatment and follow up.
  • Participates in preventative screening programs (e.g. TB screenings, influenza, hepatitis B, MMR, varicella and other appropriate immunizations) and surveillance programs designed to identify and monitor risks to the employee's health.
  • Safely administers and appropriately documents on immunizations and TB skin tests given to Salinas Valley Health employees per protocol.
  • Perform communicable disease exposure follow-up, documentation and referral as appropriate.
  • Identifies and refers employees with personal health needs to the appropriate medical practitioner or personal physician when appropriate.
  • Counseling employees on physical and mental health issues and guiding them toward community resources and/or employee assistance programs. Demonstrates cost control in all practice activities.
  • Documents employee visits thoroughly and accurately in Employee Health's EMR.
  • Maintains and ensures confidentiality of patient information and medical records.
  • Act as an advocate for employees in preventative health and safety measures.
  • Actively participate in achieving departmental goals.
  • Performs ergonomic assessments, providing documented recommendations to body mechanics and workstation setup.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: Associates of Science in nursing (ASN) required, BSN preferred. If promoted from Employee Health Nurse I, must adhere to education requirements as outlined in EHS RN I job description. Strong understanding of Employee/Occupational Health regulations, including CAL OSHA guidelines preferred.
Licensure: Current California RN license. Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards. Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) preferred. ACLS preferred.
Experience: Two (2) years Registered Nurse experience required with one (1) year experience working in Employee/Occupational Health or similar setting preferred.
Job Specific Skills: Strong understanding of Employee or Occupational Health regulations, including Ergonomics, workers' compensation, safety, exposure management/follow up, HIPAA and CAL OSHA guidelines. Experience with electronic health records, Excel, and other software preferred.
Pay Range: The hourly rate for this position is $68.99 - $90.00. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.
Job Specifications:
• Union: Non-Affiliated
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• FTE: 1.0
• Scheduled Hours: 40
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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