Why Caterpillar?

At Caterpillar, employee safety and occupational health have long been foundational pillars of our workplace culture. As our business continues to evolve, so too does our commitment to advancing occupational health nursing.

Our medical community is experiencing dynamic growth, driven by a strong emphasis on professional development, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. Occupational health professionals at Caterpillar play a vital role in supporting our workforce, and their expertise is both highly valued and deeply respected across the organization.

We are proud to foster an environment where safety is paramount, and where medical professionals are empowered to make meaningful contributions to the health and well-being of our employees.

Why this Role?

At Caterpillar, occupational health nursing is more than a role—it’s a rewarding career path where your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your growth is supported. Our nurses enjoy the unique opportunity to work both independently and as integral members of a highly skilled and collaborative healthcare team.

We foster a culture that encourages continuous learning, professional evolution, and the effective application of clinical skills. Here, you’ll find a strong sense of community—not only within our medical team but also through well-established, trusted relationships with the employees we serve.

Whether you're providing direct care, promoting wellness, or contributing to safety initiatives, you’ll be part of a mission-driven environment where your work truly matters. At Caterpillar, we don’t just build machines—we build a healthier, safer future for our people.

What You Will Do:

This position serves as a highly skilled, autonomous occupational health nurse within the Corporate Medical Department. Incumbents typically have demonstrated career progression through successively more advanced and complex administrative and clinical positions. This position is onsite 2nd shift, 3-11pm Monday through Friday each week. There is an opportunity for overtime according to clinic needs.

The job functions could include some or all the following:

• The delivery of comprehensive nursing services related to employee illness and injury on a second shift schedule.

• Functions as an autonomous nurse with the ability to respond independently to the majority of clinical and administrative demands. Seeks consultation and expert support when needed.

• Responds to and leads on-site medical emergency response.

• Assumes responsibility for medical clinic administration. Activities may include but are not limited to maintaining clinic order, overseeing medical compliance activities, and maintaining metrics, measurements and documentation for corporate Medical functions via an electronic medical records system and shared documentation platforms.

• Provide on call coverage for other Illinois facilities if needed (triage injuries and document contact).

• Supports local Human Resources and facility leadership in their initiatives toward health, safety, productivity and engagement.

• Supports medical staff and outside entities in determining the work-relatedness of injuries, complying with governmental regulations, and conducting investigations. This may be done on a limited basis.

• Conducts DOT drug testing and fit-for-duty evaluations.

• Conducts OSHA mandated and other surveillance exams.

What You Have:

Education/Experience: Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois, 3-5 years of progressively responsible job-related experience in occupational medicine, ICU, ER, or acute care. CPR certification required; other certifications in related fields highly desirable.

Clinical Leadership: Knowledge of key business and clinical leadership concepts relevant to healthcare functions; ability to balance business needs while prioritizing the healthcare needs of patients.

Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

Diagnosis: Knowledge of the techniques, roles, and responsibilities in assessing and creating a plan of care for patients; ability to assess patients' nursing care needs, develop and implement a nursing care plan, monitor progress and make adjustments as necessary.

What Will Set You Apart:

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook and PowerPoint. Must be able to learn and manipulate various on-line databases, such as but not limited to online electronic medical record databases.

• 3-5 years of nursing experience

• Knowledge in various areas of occupational health, including but not limited to, OSHA compliance, ADA, EH&S, HR, ergonomics, health promotion, EMS, and/or education / training.

• Emergency room, ICU or triage experience

Additional Information:

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Relocation Assistance is not available for this position.

• This position requires five days a week on site, second shift.