<p>The City of Wilmington, a leading Delaware employer, upholds its commitment to quality public services and fiscal stability through the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department is responsible for talent acquisition, employee training, classification and compensation, payroll, employee benefits, risk management, occupational health and safety, collective bargaining contract administration, and more.</p> <p>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>An individual contributor who provides nursing care for employment-related illnesses or injuries and emergency treatment and referral for non-employment-related injuries or illnesses of City employees. This position reports to the Occupational Health, Safety & Loss Prevention Program Manager. Additional responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li>Coordinates and administers preventative vaccines, conducts hearing and vision tests, annual physical examinations, and blood pressure screening. </li><li>Administers health and wellness training and programs and participates in health and wellness fairs. </li><li>May serve on various City Health and Wellness Councils. Provides nursing care for employment-related illnesses or injuries and emergency treatment and referral for non-employment-related injuries or illnesses of City employees. </li><li>Provides ongoing training in CPR/AED, as well as other occupational health classes and case management of employee illnesses and injuries. </li><li>Performs administrative tasks, including documentation of illnesses and injuries using word processing, spreadsheets, and database input. </li><li>Oversees and administers the following policies: Noise Control Hearing Conservation Program - Policy 616.2, Thermal Stress - Policy 623.2, Bloodborne Pathogens - Policy 625.1, and others as needed. </li><li>Serves as backup presenter for the Health and Safety portion of New Hire Orientation. </li><li>Assists with office duties, including greeting patients, answering phones, and handling workers' compensation claims as assigned. </li><li>Performs all other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</p> <p>A degree from an accredited college or university with a four (4) year degree in nursing or an associate degree with five (5) years of experience is preferred. Must possess a valid LPN license. Must obtain Audiometric, EKG, and CPR certification within six (6) months of employment.</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge: Strong pharmaceutical and drug interaction knowledge. Current knowledge of community health care resources. Knowledge of basic nutrition principles (fuel intake/energy output) and weight loss methods. Thorough understanding of Delaware Worker's Compensation Laws and Procedures. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel. </li><li>Skills: Extensive nursing skills acquired through experience in occupational health environments and/or urgent care settings. </li><li>Abilities: Ability to identify patient physical and emotional symptoms. Ability to interpret lab reports and write accurate case histories. Ability to write precise descriptions of patient conditions that meet legal requirements, ensure continuity of care, and maintain confidentiality. </li><li>Licenses: Possess and maintain a valid driver's license with a good driving record. </li></ul> <p>CANDIDATE EVALUATION</p> <p>Evaluation for this position includes a review of the applicant materials, certification of qualified applicants, and panel interview.</p> <p>WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</p> <p>All selected applicants must pass a criminal background investigation and have a pre-employment physical.</p> <ul> <li>Work is typically performed in an office, seated at a desk utilizing a computer and in examination rooms. </li><li>Work requires employees to frequently sit, stand, talk, or hear. </li><li>Required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, medical equipment, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. </li><li>May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. </li><li>Vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. </li><li>Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with a good driving record. </li></ul> <p>TOTAL COMPENSATION</p> <p>Compensation encompasses both salary administration and a comprehensive benefit package:</p> <ul> <li>Salary Administration: New employees are hired at the starting and up to the median salary based on qualifications and internal equity. Annual merit increases are provided based on a satisfactory performance review. </li><li>Benefits: The City offers a robust benefits package, with medical and dental coverage available on the date of hire. Additional details are available at www.wilmingtonde.gov/benefits. </li></ul> <p>SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION</p> <ul> <li>This position is open to all internal and external applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. </li><li>To apply visit www.WilmingtonDE.gov. Computers are available in the Department of Human Resources, City/County Building, 800 N. French St, 4th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801. Call 302-576-2460 to schedule an appointment for computer use. </li><li>The City of Wilmington is an equal-opportunity employer. </li><li>City Residency required within 12 months of employment. </li><li>The City Code provides preference for eligible internal candidates, veterans, and current city residents. </li><li>The City of Wilmington is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Delaware Persons with Disabilities Employment Protections Act, the City provides reasonable accommodation when requested without causing undue hardship. If accommodation is needed, please call 302-576-2466. </li></ul>