The City of Wilmington, a leading Delaware employer, upholds its commitment to quality public services and fiscal stability through the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department is responsible for talent acquisition, employee training, classification and compensation, payroll, employee benefits, risk management, occupational health and safety, collective bargaining contract administration, and more.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Individual contributor that provides nursing care for employment-related illnesses or injuries and emergency treatment and referral for non-employment-related injuries or illnesses of City employees. This position reports to the Occupational Health, Safety & Loss Prevention Program Manager. Additional responsibilities include:

• Coordinates and administers preventative vaccines, conducts hearing and vision tests, annual physical examinations, and blood pressure screening.
• Administers health and wellness training and programs and participates in health and wellness fairs.
• May serve on various City Health and Wellness Councils. Provides nursing care for employment-related illnesses or injuries and emergency treatment and referral for non-employment-related injuries or illnesses of City employees.
• Provides ongoing training in CPR/AED, as well as other occupational health classes and case management of employee illnesses and injuries.
• Performs administrative tasks, including documentation of illnesses and injuries using word processing, spreadsheets, and database input.
• Oversees and administers the following policies: Noise Control Hearing Conservation Program - Policy 616.2, Thermal Stress – Policy 623.2, Bloodborne Pathogens – Policy 625.1, and others as needed.
• Serves as backup presenter for the Health and Safety portion of New Hire Orientation
• Assist with office duties, including greeting patients, answering the phone, and worker’s compensation claims as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A degree from an accredited college or university with four (4) degrees in nursing or an associate degree with five (5) years of experience is preferred. Preferred: Must possess a valid LPN license. Must obtain Audiometric, EKG, and CPR certification within six (6) months of employment.

• Knowledge: Strong pharmaceutical and drug interaction knowledge. Current knowledge of community health care resources. Knowledge of basic nutrition principles (fuel intake/energy output) and weight loss methods. Must have a thorough understanding of Delaware Worker’s Compensation Laws and Procedures. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel.
• Skills:  Extensive nursing skills acquired through experience in occupational health environments and/or urgent care settings.
• Abilities: Ability to identify patient’s physical and emotional symptoms. Ability to interpret lab reports and write accurate case histories. Ability to write precise descriptions of a patient’s conditions, which meet legal requirements, ensure continuity of care, and maintain confidentiality.
• Licenses: Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

CANDIDATE EVALUATION

Evaluation for this position includes a review of the applicant materials, certification of qualified applicants, and panel interview.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

All selected applicants must pass a criminal background investigation and have a pre-employment physical.

• Work is typically performed in an office, seated at a desk utilizing a computer and examination rooms.
• Work requires employees to frequently sit, stand, talk, or hear.
• Required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, medical equipment, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

TOTAL COMPENSATION

Compensation encompasses both salary administration and a comprehensive benefit package:

• Salary Administration:  New employees are hired at the starting and up to the median salary based on qualifications and internal equity. Annual merit increases are provided based on a satisfactory performance review.
• Benefits: The City offers a robust benefit package, with medical and dental coverage available on the date of hire. Additional details are available at www.WilmingtonDE.gov/benefits.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

This position is open to all internal and external applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.

• To apply visit www.WilmingtonDE.gov. Computers are available in the Department of Human Resources, City/County Building, 800 N. French St, 4th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801. Call (302) 576-2460 to schedule an appointment for computer use.
• The City of Wilmington is an equal-opportunity employer.
• City Residency required within 12 month(s) of employment.
• The City Code provides preference for eligible internal candidates, veterans, and current city residents.
• The City of Wilmington is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Delaware Persons with Disabilities Employment Protections Act, the City provides reasonable accommodation when requested without causing undue hardship. If accommodation is needed, please call (302) 576-2466.

THE CITY OF WILMINGTON COMPENSATION PACKAGE

The City of Wilmington is committed to providing a robust healthcare portfolio to meet the needs of our employees and their families and is pleased to offer coverage on your first day of employment. Helping you understand the benefits we offer is important to us. Please refer to our Employee Benefits website to view all healthcare plans, vendor information, resources, and benefit rates.

Medical Insurance: Highmark BCBS of Delaware. City of Wilmington offers 2 medical plans, PPO II (Preferred Provider Organization) and an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization).

Dental Insurance: MetLife. City of Wilmington offers three dental plans, Dental Plan 1, 2, and 3.

Vision Plan: Unum (Powered by EyeMed). City of Wilmington offers two vision plans, Basic Vision coverage which is available if you enroll in medical insurance. Basic Vision Coverage which is no cost, and the Buy-Up Vision coverage is available at an additional cost.

Additional Benefits: The City of Wilmington also offers other valuable benefits such as Life and AD&D Insurance, Long-Term Disability. Employer Provided HRA’s, Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care), additional whole and term life insurances, short term disability and critical care insurance are also available at an additional cost to the employee.

Opt-Out Cash Back Incentive Program: Employees who choose to enroll in medical or dental coverage other than the City’s and can provide proof of this medical coverage may be eligible to receive additional income.

Wellness: We enjoy staying healthy together! Therefore, we have an engaging calendar of wellness events throughout the year for employees, retirees and their families. To learn more, check out our Employee Perks page.

Sick Leave: Accumulates at the rate of one day for each completed month of service, beginning after the first full month of employment.

Vacation: At least eight (8) hours* of vacation per month after the completion of the first six (6) months* of continuous employment until the next January 1. Each January 1 thereafter, employee will be credited with at least ninety-six (96) hours* of vacation for the calendar year, until the completion of five (5) years of continuous service.

Holiday: Eligible employees receive holiday pay from date of hire, View City Holidays

Life Insurance: The City agrees to provide term life insurance for each eligible employee for a maximum of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00) at no cost.

Pension: Eligible employees are able to participate in the State Pension Plan you will contribute 6% of your bi-weekly base pay.

Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional employee contributory plan available.

Live Near Your Work Program: Homebuyer Assistance program to provide up to $4,000 in homebuyers assistance for newly hired employees, first time homebuyers, and those employees choosing to purchase a residence in one of the City’s unique and culture-blended neighborhoods.

Tuition Reimbursement: The City encourages employee self-development and continuing education and provides a reimbursement program for eligible employees annually for qualified college or certification courses taken that year.

Teleworking/Remote Work*: Eligible employees qualify for a hybrid schedule upon approval through the city’s teleworking policy. The City is committed to increasing employee productivity and improving talent recruitment by providing employees with work alternatives that enable eligible employees to meet their work and family needs.

PSLF Program Eligible Employer: The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click PSLF Loan Forgiveness.

*Benefits for employees under collective bargaining agreements or appointed positions may vary.