Mid-Level
Occupational Health Nurse
Occupational Health Nurse
Who We Are
Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with a North American headquarters located in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company with a purpose to break barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, caregivers, and customers across the globe. We do this through innovations in our Professional Hygiene, Personal Care, and Health & Medical business units that provide hygiene and health solutions to over a billion people every day worldwide.
About the Role
The Essity Manufacturing Professional Hygiene North America business is currently searching for an Occupational Health Nurse; this position will be based out of our manufacturing facility in Barton, AL.
The Occupational Health Nurse will be responsible for in-plant medical services, including treatment of illness or injury and definitive care. This person will support the industrial nursing, emergency medicine, first aid, workers compensation administration, and other occupational health needs for a Paper Manufacturing and Converting facility.
We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.
What You Will Do
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Render necessary in-plant treatment of industrial and non-industrial injuries and illnesses incurred by Company employees;
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Determine the extent of medical needs and make all necessary referrals to emergency, outpatient or physician services;
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Assist the Safety Manager, Production Manager, department superintendents, and supervisors in the administration of the plant safety program;
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Coordinates the facility wellness program with other site facilities;
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Prepare and maintains all reports and records for worker's compensation cases;
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Communicate with various insurance carriers, attorneys, physicians, etc. to manage the cases as cost-effectively as possible;
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Assist in the investigation of injuries and make recommendations for the prevention of similar incidents;
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Consult with physicians regarding follow-up medical treatment for injured employees and assist the employee in making necessary arrangements for future treatment;
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Counsel employees on matters of physical and emotional health and make necessary referrals to personal physicians and the Employee Assistance Program;
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Administer and coordinate various facility programs including but not limited to; yearly blood drives, CPR training, annual flu shot, sickness and accident insurance program, hearing conservation management, health screenings, etc.;
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Perform other essential responsibilities as deemed necessary.
Who You Are
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Registered Nurse in the State of Alabama;
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Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) preferred;
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Minimum of Three (3) years’ experience in industrial nursing and/or emergency care covering the following: Industrial medical techniques Emergency medicine, State regulations regarding Worker's Compensation, OSHA regulations and record keeping requirements, DOT regulations, Audiometric Testing; Respirator Fit Testing, Certified BAT technician, knowledge of ADA, FMLA and other state and federal regulations;
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Excellent Communication Skills (Written & Verbal);
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Posses strong attention to detail and administration ability;
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications including MS Access and Excel.
What We Can Offer You
At Essity, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.
Compensation and Benefits:
Expected Compensation:
Competitive annual salary + annual incentive bonus + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors such as knowledge, skills, and experience.
Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits:
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United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance
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Wellness program provided through Rally
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Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution
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Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
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PTO offering with Paid Holidays
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Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.
Additional Information
The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact EssityHRNorthAmerica@essity.com
Together, we are improving lives, every day
Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.
Application End Date:
Job Requisition ID:
Essity264871
Location: Cherokee, AL
Time type: Full time
Start date: 2026-08-26
Posted on: Posted Today
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