Occupational Health Specialist RN

Location Address: 2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311 Date Posted: February 19, 2026 Department: 16002230 Occupational Health Administration Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 40 Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation: None Job Summary: Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Key Position Details: 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period) 8-hour day shift No weekends Required to travel during the first 6-8 weeks of orientation and after that would be occasional if needed Job Description: Provides Employee Occupational Health program support for all Allina Health staff and incorporates high reliability principles and tools into these efforts. Supports staff after work-related physical and emotional harm events, communicable disease exposure and illness, and workplace accommodations. The occupational health nurse serves as a case manager and collaborates with Allina health staff, leaders, and other support departments. Participates in well-being and illness and injury prevention initiatives. Principle Responsibilities Assesses, triages, and provides first aid treatment and education for workplace injury and illness through both on-site and remote means. Makes referrals for ongoing medical care and return to work following Employee Occupational Health guidelines, policies, and procedures. Serves as primary case manager and liaison for health care workers requiring services from workers compensation, job accommodation or other types of illness or disability resources. Maintains occupational health documentation and submits Workers’ Compensation claims when applicable Consults with providers and others as needed. Promotes and educates staff and leaders on employee occupational health topics including but not limited to infection control, well-being, employee safety, and personal protective equipment as it relates to a pandemic or medical outbreak event. Completes new hire health screen assessments to ensure all new hires are in-compliance with immunization requirements and are medically ready for employment. Provides guidance to Allina Health to meet standards of regulatory bodies including Minnesota Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), local and state public health, Department of Labor and others. Promotes a safety culture through administering immunizations to new hires and current staff. Organize and assists with regulatory medical surveillance programs. Participates in process improvement and program development work groups and efforts. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Associate's or Vocational degree in Nursing 2 to 5 years experience in nursing Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Nursing Master's degree in Public Health or Occupational Health 0 to 2 years experience in occupational health Licenses/Certifications Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required upon hire Licensed Registered Nurse - WI Dept of Safety & Professional Services required within 2 months of hire Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below: ◦ Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association ◦ Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross ◦ Allina in-house BLS training (within 60 days of hire) Physical Demands Sedentary: Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently Pay Range Pay Range: $40.08 to $54.93 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Benefit Summary Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events. Benefits include: Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union. People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless! Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere for our employees, patients, and community. Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish Application Instructions: External Candidates: Click “Apply” to start your application. You will need to either create an account or sign into your account to submit an application. Employees: If you are a current Allina Health employee, you must sign into Workday and apply through Find Jobs to ensure that you are identified as an internal candidate.

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