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RN Occupational Health Coordinator
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Lakewood, CO
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 33.15-52.88 HOUR
Date Posted : 9 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
You have a purpose, unique talents and now is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.
Responsible for developing, implementing, coordinating and maintaining the occupational health programs. Serves as the System's expert resource in assuring knowledge and compliance with all governmental agency regulations dealing with safety and wellness in the workplace. Maintains OSHA/BBP/Injury logs & exposures. Advocates for the health and safety of all staff. May be responsible for coordinating the W/C program and activities designed to prevent, assess and treat work-related injuries and hazardous exposures; facilitates case management of workers' comp claims, files First Report of Injury after reviewing/investigating incidents. Reviews visit notes to coordinate back to work
(work-related and non work-related)/light duty w/ managers and interacts w/ managers/HRD for associates who can't be released to work. Directs the activity of the Occupational Health Technician as needed. May involve travel or remote support for geographical team(s).
Schedule: Monday - Friday; flexible start time, day shift, no holidays
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing humankindness to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
- Associate degree in nursing, required
- Bachelor degree in nursing (BSN), preferred
- One year of clinical RN experience required
- Prior Occupational Health experience is preferred or working knowledge of Occupational Health to include blood borne pathogens; immunizations; communicable diseases, knowledge of workers' compensation procedures and regulations.
- RN license to practice (in state of employment asapplicable), required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA), required
Medium Work - exert/lift up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 10
lbs. constantly
We believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
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Frequently asked questions
Lakewood's healthcare sector shows steady demand for occupational health nurses, with moderate competition due to its growing corporate and medical facilities. Candidates with OSHA knowledge and workers' comp experience often stand out, especially in roles like RN Occupational Health Coordinator.
Beyond the RN license and BLS certification, credentials like COHN (Certified Occupational Health Nurse) or OSHA safety training greatly improve job prospects in Colorado. Employers, particularly in Lakewood, value these certifications for compliance and workplace safety leadership.
Mastery in managing OSHA compliance, workers' compensation coordination, and exposure incident tracking distinguishes top performers. Strong communication with HR and clinical case management skills are also crucial for efficiently supporting employee health and safety.
Daily tasks include reviewing injury reports, coordinating light duty assignments, managing vaccination programs, and ensuring workplace safety compliance. This role demands balancing administrative duties with hands-on health advocacy to maintain a safe work environment.
Progression often leads to managerial roles such as Occupational Health Nurse Manager or broader nursing leadership positions. Gaining expertise in occupational medicine and workers' comp can open doors to specialized practitioner roles or corporate health consultancy.
Catholic Health Initiatives fosters a team-focused culture emphasizing humankindness and mission-driven care. Coordinators here may face challenges balancing regulatory compliance with compassionate employee support, requiring both clinical expertise and emotional intelligence.
The organization prioritizes a supportive environment with flexible scheduling and leadership invested in employee success. This combination offers occupational health nurses a unique blend of professional growth and a mission-centered workplace in Lakewood.
Salaries typically range from $70,000 to $90,000 annually, influenced by experience and certifications. Given Lakewood's cost of living and healthcare demand, employers like Catholic Health Initiatives offer competitive compensation aligned with occupational health nursing standards.
Coordinators often take on additional responsibilities such as program development, regulatory compliance oversight, and case management, whereas general occupational health nurses focus more on direct clinical care and administering health services.