Staff Nurse

Job Description Rich

Forbes List of America’s Best Employers 2018

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you’ll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time—and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

Main Functions

• Assists in the management of care of all NJ TRANSIT employees with on-duty accidents and injuries under direction of Senior Nurse/Registered Nurse and Physician.
• Conducts pre-employment physical exams with the use of specialized diagnostic procedures and equipment.
• Conducts annual and on-going medical/health testing of employees, including diabetes and/or hypertension.
• Conducts health counseling of employees with various health problems and provides referrals for appropriate evaluation and treatment.
• Assists in the management and monitoring of health programs for Rail employees’ non-work-related illnesses, under the direction of the Senior Nurse/Registered Nurse.
• Conducts drug & alcohol testing on an as needed basis

Education and Experience Requirements

• Graduate of an Accredited Nursing Program and at least four (4) years of experience in a clinical environment or
• Associates Degree in Nursing with at least (2) years of experience in a clinical environment or
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and at least (1) year of experience in a clinical environment
• Certification or experience in Occupational Health Nursing desired.
• Prior experience working with DOT Certified Medical Examiners desired.
• Knowledge of New Jersey Worker's Compensation and Temporary Disability Benefits laws and regulations, Americans with Disabilities (ADA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) desired.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• Active and unrestricted license to practice Nursing in the State of New Jersey is required

At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefit package:

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Prescription, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave
• 401(a) and 401(k) Retirement Plans-up to 9% employer contribution
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Transportation Expense Plan (QTE)

At NJ TRANSIT we support and depend upon the diversity of our staff.

NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.