Nurse Practitioner

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner - Occupational Health/Urgent Care

Location: Lansing, MI

Pay Rate: $65.00 - $75.00 / hour

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 1st Shift (Occasional early morning flexibility required to cover end-of-3rd-shift handover)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Nurse Practitioner to lead and support clinical occupational health operations at a major manufacturing facility in Lansing, MI. In this role, you will manage day-to-day medical department objectives, oversee clinical staff, deliver direct patient care, and partner closely with plant leadership, safety, HR, and union representatives to promote workplace health and wellness.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Occupational Health Practice

• Diagnose and treat occupational injuries and illnesses following Medical Director protocols, including executing simple clinical procedures.

• Perform medical surveillance, medical qualification examinations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, return-to-work exams, and employee placement assessments.

• Accurately document all patient assessments, treatments, and clinical data in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).

• Support disability and Workers' Compensation management.

Department Management & Plant Operations

• Oversee site Medical Department operations, staff, and budget allocation; provide clinical coverage for plant health personnel during leave or training.

• Lead and manage plant First Responders and the Medical Emergency Response Team, coordinating emergency drills and medical training.

• Ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and local occupational medical laws and standards (MIOSHA, HIPAA, state licensing).

• Conduct medical department audits and participate in plant Safety Observation Tours, job checks, and walkthroughs.

• Lead preventative health programs, including Ergonomics, Bloodborne Pathogens controls, Travel Medicine, health education, and EAP support.

Business Integration & Strategy

• Act as an occupational health expert for HR, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Union reps, and manufacturing staff.

• Support corporate health initiatives, policy creation, staff training, and special medical projects.

• Represent the medical team at key plant leadership meetings (e.g., Safety Review Board, Disability Improvement Process, ADAPT, Hazardous Materials Control, Labor BPD).

Qualifications

Required Education & Certifications

• Education: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

• Licensure: Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN / NP) license in the State of Michigan.

• Certification: Board Certified Nurse Practitioner (AANP or ANCC) and active DEA registration.

Experience & Preferred Skills

• Experience: 3 to 5 years of clinical practice; background in Occupational Health, Urgent Care, or Emergency Room settings strongly preferred.

• Strong leadership, analytical, and strategic problem-solving abilities.

• Proven track record of working effectively in cross-functional, industrial environments.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead change and motivate teams.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Top-tier hourly pay rate ($65-$75/hr).

• Predictable Hours: Standard 1st-shift, weekday schedule with stable work-life balance.

• High-Impact Leadership: Direct visibility and collaboration with plant management and corporate health leaders.

• Comprehensive Care Environment: Lead end-to-end employee health, safety, and preventative care initiatives within a modern industrial facility.

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.

Our commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?