PRS Facility Location
Albertville, AL (PRSC Corp HQ) - 001
Job Purpose
The Nurse, Occupational Health, serves Progress Rail Corporation, a Caterpillar Company, throughout its global
footprint by providing occupational health services, injury and illness management, and clinical guidance. The RN
supports facilities, managers, supervisors, and employees by ensuring regulatory compliance, effective case
management, and safe return-to-work outcomes. This role exercises independent clinical judgment and performs
both clinical and administrative functions within the Health Services group.
Req ID
12048BR
Company Description
Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation-driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries-powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail-they are making history every day.
Education / Training
• Degree in Nursing required;
• Current, active nursing license.
• BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) required
Job Title
Occupational Health RN
City
Albertville
Key Job Elements
Key Job Elements
Duties and responsibilities
• Provide injury and illness triage, including phone and onsite consultation;
• Serve as initial clinical point of contact with injured employees, supervisors, medical providers, TPAs, and
other stakeholders;
• Obtain and document history of present injury, mechanism of injury, job function impact, and relevant
medical history;
• Evaluate injuries against current job functions and determine appropriate level of care;
• Provide guidance regarding first aid, self-care, and escalation of care when required;
• Coordinate and provide clinical case management for work-related and personal medical conditions;
• Manage Workers' Compensation, Short-Term Disability, and FMLA cases;
• Coordinate return-to-work clearances including ADA accommodation requests;
• Maintain, review, and record OSHA 300 logs;
• Conduct or oversee:
• Pre-employment, post-offer, and annual physicals;
• Hearing and vision screenings;
• Health assessments and medical surveillance programs;
• Coordinate Health Fairs, Wellness Programs, Bloodborne Pathogen Programs, and AED/First Aid/CPR
initiatives;
• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Order and manage medical supplies;
• Function as onsite nurse for assigned facilities;
• Interact collaboratively with Human Resources, Health & Safety staff, medical providers, and other
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Caterpillar: (non-confidential)
• Participate in Health Services meetings, projects, and initiatives;
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Advanced duties and responsibilities
• Provide clinical guidance related to complex or high-risk cases;
• Support cross-facility and multi-site occupational health initiatives;
• Assist in trend analysis and reporting related to injuries, illnesses, and medical surveillance;
• Participate in audits, regulatory inquiries, and compliance reviews;
• Serve as a clinical resource for occupational health policy interpretation and implementation.
Qualifications and Experience
• Minimum of 1-3 years occupational health experience preferred;
• Workers' Compensation and case management experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of Workers' Compensation, Short-Term Disability, FMLA, and ADA;
• Experience working with electronic medical record (EMR) systems;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy;
• Sense of urgency, responsiveness, and timeliness;
• Ability to work independently and always maintain confidentiality;
• Energetic interpersonal skills and a professional presence;
• Strong