Lead Co-Worker Health RN role coordinating employee health processes and day-to-day operations at Mercy in St. Louis, partnering with Workers’ Compensation, Infectious Disease, and other internal teams. You’ll oversee compliance, screenings, PPE/training, immunization education, and committee representation while also providing coworker preventive health services as needed. Standout perk: strong benefits from day one, including PTO, tuition support, and matched retirement for eligible team members.
- Outstanding benefits from day one
- Paid time off and tuition support
- Matched retirement plans (32+ hours)
Location
St. Louis, MOEmployment Type: Full-Time
Overview
The Lead Co-Worker Health Nurse is responsible for coordinating Co-Worker Health processes and procedures, working closely with Co-Worker Health leaders and staff, Workers’ Compensation, Infectious Disease, and other departments we serve at Mercy. This role performs related duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with Mercy’s mission, values, and service standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day administrative and operational activities of the Co-Worker Health team.
Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies related to clinical operations.
Collaborate with outside resources for program development.
Administer oversight of drug and alcohol screenings as needed.
Coordinate with Co-Worker Health leader, nurses, Medical Review Officer, and staff to maintain relevant policies and procedures.
Communicate policy and procedure updates with other Mercy work groups such as Infection Prevention, Workers’ Compensation, or Mercy policy committees.
Ensure Co-Worker Health team has current PPE and training.
Represent Co-Worker Health on committees such as ICC, Nursing Governance, Disaster Planning, and Environment of Care.
Lead education efforts for the Co-Worker Health team in immunizations, proper administration, and potential side effects.
Maintain updated forms and documentation.
Function as a Co-Worker Health nurse as needed to process new hire paperwork.
Provide preventive health services to co-workers and volunteers (e.g., blood pressure checks, temperature screenings).
Serve as ReadySet Superuser/Trainer for the department.
Manage inventory and supply ordering.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Workers’ Compensation
Assist Workers’ Compensation coordinator in care synchronization related to co-worker exposures, including ordering prophylaxis under the Co-Worker Health Medical Director.
Represent Mercy as a subject matter expert.
Lead projects to prevent workplace exposures.
Operate as liaison for Co-Worker Health.
Infectious Disease
Coordinate care for co-workers exposed to communicable diseases in conjunction with Infection Control.
Represent Co-Worker Health on infectious disease committees and task forces.
Maintain communication with Infectious Disease department to share trends and seek resolutions to protect co-workers and patients.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Education: Graduate of a state-approved nursing school.
Licensure: Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the appropriate state.
Experience
Two years as an RN.Certification/Registration: Three years clinical experience and current Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association.
Other Skills & Knowledge: Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience
Emergency Room, Infectious Disease, Employee Health, or Workers’ Compensation experience preferred.Other Skills & Knowledge: Experience with Epic and Microsoft products (Word, Excel).
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.