Occupational Health Nurse at Abbott

Temecula, California, United States

Abbott Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Professional licensure as a nurse (implied by practicing within parameters of professional licensure)
  • Knowledge of employees, their social or family system, and the work environment
  • Ability to function as a clinical case manager coordinating health care across multiple systems
  • Skills in assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating care
  • Consistency with legal, labor, regulatory, and corporate requirements

Responsibilities

  • Collaborates with management and Environmental, Health and Safety staff to carry out mutual corporate objectives
  • Acts as a professional health resource for management in planning and maintaining initiatives and programs that meet defined goals and objectives
  • Provides initial assessment of occupational injuries, illnesses, and exposures; treats or refers as necessary per clinical guidelines and protocols
  • Assesses client needs, including physical and psychosocial factors, using data from various sources (e.g., case/claims experience, employer representatives, health records)
  • Assesses non-occupational sudden illnesses at work, determines treatment immediacy, and guides to emergency/personal health care providers
  • Develops a plan of nursing care based on identified needs and problems
  • Assists with development of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention and health promotion strategies to optimize health and prevent injuries/illnesses
  • Develops processes for identifying situations requiring early intervention to maximize outcomes
  • Identifies client goals and objectives

Skills

Occupational Health Nursing
Health Care Services
Employee Injury Management
Worker Health Promotion
Health Assessments
Case Management
OSHA Compliance

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters
1888Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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