NI-Supervisor, Employee Health Services

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

10/15/2025

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-2236AC

Job Title:

NI-Supervisor, Employee Health Services

Exemption Status:

Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Supervises clinical and clerical Employee Health staff. Works closely with Employee Health Manager to develop, interpret, and communicate departmental goals and objectives which support the Health System's overall strategic initiatives. Assists with establishing and/or revising Employee Health policies, procedures, and protocols as necessary.

Oversees the documentation of all employee health information, tests, and other pertinent information in the appropriate record, chart, or documents while maintaining confidentiality of position acquired information and ensures documentation is consistent with and meets Joint Commission standards.

As needed, provides clinical care. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental and divisional nursing philosophy and objectives, as well as Health System initiatives.

Assists in the coordination of a system wide Health Program for employees that supports the goals of Occupational Health, prevents injury and illness and promotes wellness.

Under the direction of the Employee Health manager and Medical Director, establishes, implements and maintains protocols for the care and treatment of ill or injured employees.

Monitors and evaluates operational, financial and clinical outcomes and customer satisfaction making appropriate structural changes and communicating problems and/or progress to manager.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

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Assists in developing department goals and objectives that promote prompt intervention, early diagnosis and treatment to prevent or control disability limitations. Assists with establishing and/or revising Employee Health policies, procedures, and protocols as necessary.

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Supervises clinical and clerical Employee Health staff. Recruit, train and motivate staff, including but not limited to: conducting employee orientation, completing annual performance appraisals, applying UW Health Way standards to daily operations and improving and enhancing team performance. Counsel and discipline as needed. Orients and coordinates staff schedules ensuring adequate coverage, staff competency and compliance with all human resources and Health System policies.

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Oversees the documentation of all employee health information, tests, and other pertinent information in the appropriate record, chart, or documents while maintaining confidentiality of position acquired information and ensures documentation is consistent with and meets Joint Commission standards. Collects, compiles and maintains a variety of charts, reports, screenings, logs and other information in accordance with established department protocols.

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Assists with investigations pursuant to work-related injuries, accidents, and exposures and other identified health hazards.

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Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental and divisional nursing philosophy and objectives, as well as Health System initiatives.

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Monitors and evaluates operational, financial and clinical outcomes and customer satisfaction making appropriate structural changes and communicating problems and/or progress to manager.

ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.

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Clinical

Provides age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening, interpretation of clinical and laboratory data and develops and implements age appropriate interventional and plans of care including education within the parameters of his/her position responsibilities and licensure.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Completion of accredited Registered Nurse program.

Required

At least two years experience in Occupational, Emergency or Acute Care Nursing.   

Required

Current RN licensure in Illinois.

Required

Bi-annual CPR certification.

Required

Certification in Occupational Health Nursing.

Preferred

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Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills.

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Ability to make sound nursing judgment decisions.

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Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of staff.

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Ability to work in a multifaceted environment.

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Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Bending

X

Crouching

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Carry

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

X

Color Discrimination

X

Hearing Ability

X

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

X

15 - 30 lbs.

X

30 - 50 lbs.

X

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Concentration on Detail

X

Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

X

Oral Communication

X

Written Communication

X

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

X

Exposure to Radiation

X

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.