Career Area:

Human Resources

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

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 previous general healthcare, acute care, or occupational health experience. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated career progression through successively more advanced and complex administrative and clinical positions. The job functions could include some or all the following:

• The delivery of comprehensive nursing services related to employee illness and injury.
•  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.  (Only autonomous if covering for the onsite clinic nurse in Lafayette)
• Responds to and even leads on-site medical emergency response.
• Assumes responsibility for clinical administration, including the delegation of some basic duties to other clinic staff. Activities may include but are not limited to maintaining clinic order, delivering new employee orientation presentations, and maintaining metrics, measurements and documentation for corporate Medical functions via paper records and/or the HR data system.
• Provide on call coverage for facilities outside of Illinois. (triage injuries)
• 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.
• Engages in a supportive role of PSLD nurse with post offers, drug testing and triage of employees when nurse is not available
• 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, advanced License Practicing Nurse or International equivalent; 3-5 years of progressively responsible job-related experience in occupational medicine or acute care are typically required. Certifications in related fields highly desirable.
• Clinical Leadership: Knowledge of key business and clinical leadership concepts relevant to the healthcare function; ability to balance business needs with the needs of patients' and patient care priorities.
• 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 diagnosing patients; ability to apply the knowledge appropriately assess and diagnose patients in to diverse situations.
• Nursing Assessment and Care - HNU: Knowledge of the policies and activities regarding nursing assessment and care; 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, and PowerPoint. Must be able to learn and manipulate various on-line databases, such as but not limited to PeopleSoft.
• A Bachelor's degree is typically preferred, or extensive experience.
• The position typically requires knowledge in various areas of occupational health and Human Resources, including but not limited to, OSHA compliance, ADA, EH&S, HR, ergonomics, health promotion, EMS, and/or education / training.

Additional Information:

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Relocation Assistance is not available for this position.

Summary Pay Range:

$81,370.00 - $122,060.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

       

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

March 25, 2026 - April 7, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.     

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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