Lead Nurse

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Occupational Health Clinic delivers medical care for employees’ work-related injuries and illnesses and required occupational health exams, including diagnostic testing and treatments (wound care, immunizations, phlebotomy, vision/hearing screens, drug testing, spirometry), regulatory-compliant documentation, and coordination of return-to-work and referrals.

The Lead Nurse provides clinical and programmatic leadership for occupational health at the Berkeley, MO site. Responsibilities include direct nursing care and triage, oversight of medical surveillance and daily clinic operations, development of policies and training, quality and continuous‑improvement initiatives, and coordination of complex cases (workers’ compensation, fitness‑for‑duty, return‑to‑work). The Lead Nurse also advises employees, managers, Safety, HR, and external providers, analyzes health data to reduce risk and improve program performance, and acts as a skilled communicator and team builder delivering strong customer service.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide hands on nursing assessment, triage, treatment and education; obtain history, determine urgency, and perform focused exams per scope and site protocols

• Deliver treatments under advanced practice/physician directives (medications, immunizations, wound care, IV starts, orthopedic appliances); provide discharge and follow up instructions

• Perform and interpret occupational diagnostic testing (EKG, spirometry/PFT, phlebotomy, blood glucose, audiograms, vision screens, vitals) and drug free workplace specimen collection

• Coordinate case management: return to work planning, fitness for duty evaluations, work restrictions and accommodations per legal and company requirements

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to resolve employee health concerns (i.e. Safety, EHS, HR, ergonomics, Workers’ Compensation, clinical providers)

• Analyze outcomes and trends from multiple data sources to evaluate program performance, identify risks, and recommend prevention strategies

• Participate in review and development of clinical policies, protocols and QA processes at site and enterprise levels to maintain compliance (OSHA, HIPAA, ADA, state/federal)

• Design and deliver clinical training and competency verification (CPR, first aid, bloodborne pathogens, site drills)

• Maintain accurate, confidential medical records in Boeing systems per company and regulatory requirements

• Provide travel medicine consults and wellness program support as needed

• Team Leadership and Continuous Improvement

  • Serve as point of contact for clinical and operational issues and facilitate cross shift/functional communication

  • Coach, mentor and onboard staff; assign/prioritize daily work and support shift handoffs

  • Build team capability and a healthy work environment through coaching and mentoring

  • Lead continuous improvement and problem solving to optimize team performance and KPIs; incorporate LEAN practices

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• On‑site clinical setting; typical requirements include standing, walking, sitting, and occasional lifting of medical supplies/equipment

• Standard business hour coverage; availability for occasional off‑shift or emergency response as site needs dictate

• Must comply with site safety and immunization requirements

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• Current, unrestricted RN license in Missouri

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• 5+ years clinical nursing experience

• 3+ years with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• COHN/COHN‑S certification

• 1+ years emergency room, urgent care, acute care experience

• 1+ years occupational/employee health experience

• Experience leading clinic staff and managing clinical programs within a large employer, healthcare organization, or industrial/ manufacturing setting

• Workers’ compensation case management, fitness for duty, OSHA experience

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. 

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $116,450 - $157,550

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 18, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.