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The Sr. Manager, Regional Occupational Health & Wellness Nurse is a critical leadership role within Baxter’s Global Occupational Health Team, responsible for advancing employee well-being, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence across the Americas, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean.
Job Responsibility:
Shape enterprise-wide wellness strategy through leadership of Baxter’s BeWell platform, influencing health outcomes for employees globally
Lead global initiatives with cross-regional impact, including physician oversight and vendor
Collaborate with regional Occupational Health Leaders to ensure consistent implementation and continuous improvement across all sites
Serve as Program Manager for Baxter’s BeWell Wellness platform and intranet site, driving engagement and health outcomes
Update all OH policy and procedures
Lead OH projects to completion (ie, global physician oversight, Drug and Alcohol policy, Vendor harmonization, implementation of Wellness tool globally
Monitor, interpret, and ensure compliance with regional occupational health regulations and corporate standards
Lead audits, inspections, and risk assessments
maintain documentation to support legal and regulatory requirements
Act as liaison with governmental and regulatory bodies on health-related matters
Participate in weekly recordable review meetings
Design initiatives that reduce absenteeism, improve productivity, and support Baxter’s human resource strategy
Design and implement evidence-based health initiatives (e.g., ergonomics, fatigue management, cardiovascular health)
Lead cross-functional health projects with HR, EHS, Operations, and external providers
Develop and track metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and inform strategic decisions
Oversee clinical programs across diverse geographies and regulatory environments, ensuring consistent care standards and operational continuity
Provide clinical guidance for occupational health cases, including fitness-for-duty evaluations, return-to-work plans, and accommodations
Manage post-offer exams (POET), early symptom intervention (ESI), and regional health surveillance programs
Coordinate pop-up clinics, flu vaccination campaigns, and mobile medical events
Support regional sites without onsite OH support with claims management, medical surveillance, injury determination, and vendor support
Lead regional deployment of digital OH platforms (e.g., Medcare) ensuring GDPR and regional compliance
Analyze health data trends, conduct root cause analyses, and implement preventive strategies
Lead rollout of Benchmark’s Ergo Evaluator tool
Drive digital transformation in occupational health through deployment of AI-enabled tools and analytics platforms, enhancing decision-making and predictive health modeling
Provide direct leadership and performance management for a team of 19 occupational health professionals across the Americas, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean, including one team leader with four direct reports
Foster a high-performing, collaborative culture through coaching, development planning, and succession management
Ensure alignment of individual and team goals with Baxter’s strategic occupational health objectives
Support workforce planning, talent acquisition, and onboarding for regional OH roles
Mentor occupational health professionals regionally
oversee training, credentialing, and continuing education
Facilitate regional training and continuous improvement across EHS&S professionals
Serve as Global Program Coordinator for Baxter’s Travel SOS program, supporting international traveler health readiness
Requirements:
BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) required
Minimum 8 years of occupational health nursing or clinical OH leadership experience
COHN/COHN-S or equivalent international OH certification preferred
Registered Nurse (RN) with compact license or equivalent international clinical license (active status)
Experience with digital OH platforms and case management systems
Cross-cultural communication and regional stakeholder engagement experience
Strong knowledge of regional OH regulations and surveillance practices
Proven leadership in multi-site or regional program management
Proficiency in digital tools (e.g., Benchmark ESG, AI ergonomic tools, MS Teams, SharePoint, Monday.com)
Demonstrated success in leading regional or global health programs with measurable business impact
Ability to travel up to 50%
What we offer:
medical and dental coverage that start on day one
insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
educational assistance programs
paid holidays
paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service