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Vail Health Hospital

Occupational Health Nurse

Avon, CO · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

The Occupational Health Nurse directs, coordinates and collaborates with occupational client ... Develops and implements occupational and environmental health safety education training for client ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental health nurse in the United States is $37.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $44.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Environmental Health Nurse focuses on the connection between human health and the environment. They identify and address environmental hazards such as pollution, toxins, and workplace safety risks that impact community and individual health. These nurses work in public health, government agencies, and healthcare settings to educate communities, advocate for policy changes, and implement health programs. Their goal is to prevent environmental-related illnesses and promote safer living and working conditions.

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Environmental Health Nurses often work for public health agencies, government organizations, community health centers, or environmental consulting firms. Typical daily responsibilities include conducting community health assessments, educating the public on environmental hazards, investigating disease outbreaks linked to environmental factors, and collaborating with local authorities on health policy initiatives. They may also perform home or site visits, monitor environmental risks, and develop health promotion programs. This role frequently involves interdisciplinary teamwork with epidemiologists, public health officials, and environmental scientists.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Environmental Health Nurse position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Health Nurse, you need expertise in public health nursing, environmental health principles, and disease prevention, typically supported by a BSN and RN licensure, with additional certification in public health nursing preferred. Familiarity with environmental assessment tools, epidemiological software, and regulatory compliance systems is commonly required. Strong soft skills include critical thinking, effective communication, and cultural sensitivity to educate communities and collaborate with stakeholders. These skills are essential for assessing health risks, developing intervention strategies, and ensuring safe, healthy environments for diverse populations.

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Infographic showing various Environmental Health Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,002 per year, or $38 per hour.

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) - Nurse

NSG Group

Niles, MI • On-site

$75K - $102K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Health Nurse Reports To: EHS Group Leader
Location: Niles Department: Environmental, Health and Safety
Employees Supervised: None
  • Develop and manage occupational health programs in partnership with management and the EHS team to align with corporate goals. Update relevant EH&S policies and procedures as needed. Provide certain EH&S training
  • Assist the EH&S Group Leader with Industrial Hygiene and Environmental reporting - maintains company OSHA 300 log, Incident Documentation, etc.
  • Coordinates with janitorial / maintenance staff to ensure clean and safe environment and problem resolution for EH&S concerns within the facility.
  • Assess, treat, and manage workplace injuries and illnesses, including case management and facilitating timely return-to-work.
  • Conduct medical evaluations (pre-employment, return-to-work, and fit-for-duty) to ensure employees are medically qualified for job tasks.
  • Administer medical leave programs and coordinate care for non-occupational conditions (e.g., FMLA, STD/LTD).
  • Maintain confidential health records and ensure compliance with healthcare privacy standards and occupational health regulations.
  • Oversees equipment and supplies in the plant Health Center. Deliver employee health services, including counseling, education, wellness initiatives, and referrals (including mental health support).
  • Lead health surveillance and regulatory programs, such as hearing conservation, bloodborne pathogens, and other monitoring.
  • Analyze and report injury and illness data, support OSHA recordkeeping, and identify trends to drive risk reduction.
  • Partner with EHS to identify and mitigate workplace hazards, including conducting ergonomic assessments and supporting PPE programs.
  • Support emergency preparedness and on-site medical readiness, including leadership, training, and management of first responders.
  • Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
  • Other duties as assigned by manager

Scope/Dimensions:
  • Management oversight of the EHS program for a single site manufacturing and delivery facility with over 10 advanced manufacturing production cells.
  • Frequent interaction with customer and vendor representatives, regulatory representatives, senior management, and peers/subordinates at this site and other company locations.
  • Ability to reinforce Behavioral Safety with a presence at Shop Floor and engagement with leadership team.

Competencies:
  • Results: Safety & Quality Focus. Takes personal responsibility for own and colleagues safety. 2. Demonstrates a visible commitment to safety, quality, and ethical behavior.
  • Results: Passion for Excellence. Takes personal responsibility and ownership for achieving results and objectives. 2. Demonstrates and fosters a sense of urgency, drive, and personal commitment.
  • People: 1. Simply conveys information and ideas to others. 2. Builds rapport and makes a positive and credible impact.

Qualifications Required:
  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a current license (LPN minimum)
  • Skills in problem-solving, independent nursing judgment, and decision making.
  • Minimum of three years Nursing experience, certified in CPR
  • Must have knowledge of workers compensation, FMLA, Short and Long Term Disability.
  • Approachable and understands the importance of confidentiality
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written are required.

Qualifications Desired:
  • Audiometric & Vision testing experience and certification
  • Certification as CPR instructor
  • O.H.N./ B.S.N.
  • Three years of Occupational Health Nursing
  • Experience supporting EH&S department
  • Experience with development/coordination of Health & Wellness program

Other Requirements:
  • Demands and priorities need adjusted regularly to provide a high level of service under tight timelines to several customers-internally or externally.
  • Relies on experience and understanding of Occupational Health Nursing; Worker's Compensation; Environmental, Health, and Safety regulations to determine proper actions.
  • Key relationships with internal leadership team, employees, and interested parties to ensure successful and mutual concern resolution.

Physical Demands:
ACTIVITY
NEVER
OCCASIONALLY up to 1/3 of day
FREQUENT up to 2/3 of day
CONSTANT
over 2/3 of day
Stand
x
Sit
x
Operate Machinery/Equip
x
Lift/Push/Pull 5-10 #
x
Lift/Push/Pull 11-20#
x
Lift/Push/Pull over 20#
x
Bend/Twist at Waist
x
Bend/Flex Knee
x
Bend/Flex Arm
x
Grasp/Grip/Hold
x
Pinch/Pick/Feel
x
Reaching overhead
x
Repetitive Hand Use
x
Repetitive Foot Use
x
  • 9 hour work day is standard but this role requires availability a wide variety of hours/days. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Physical Environment:
  • While performing the duties of this position, the associate frequently works around moving machines/parts in an industrial environment. The associate occasionally works around industrial chemicals. The associate occasionally must travel by commercial means or private transport. Regular and predictable attendance at the manufacturing plant is required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Other Information: We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance.
The Salary Range posted represents Pilkington North America's good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of the posting. Individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, etc.
NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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