Advanced Practice Nurse (Practitioner/Occupational Health)

About the Position: This position is located at Naval Health Clinic New England, Newport, Rhode Island. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation

Provides nursing assessment, diagnosis and treatment and nursing care of occupational injuries and illnesses. Manages occupational injuries such as lacerations, contusions, fractures, burns, sprains, back injuries, and tenosynovitis because of repetitive motion. Serves as the principal program manager and technical authority for a multi-site occupational health program supporting geographically separated military and civilian worksites. Directs depot-level industrial, waterfront, and installation support operations involving varied hazards and medical surveillance requirements. Establishes program goals through interdisciplinary collaboration with industrial hygienists, safety managers, physicians, and regional leadership. Performs and oversees worksite visits to evaluate health hazards, work practices, and the efficacy of protective equipment. Develops and implements the occupational health quality improvement program, including the identification and resolution of systemic issues. Analyzes surveillance data, injury trends, and exposure sampling results to identify program gaps and implement corrective actions through updated policies, workflows, or staffing priorities.