Job Description

CITGO PETROLEUM CORPORATION

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.; Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 38 active terminals, six pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 807,000 barrels-per-day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best-branded supplier companies in the industry.

At CITGO our people are our most important resource. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.

Job Summary

This position is on-site at the CITGO Lemont Refinery in Lemont, IL.

Occupational Health Nurse ($85,000-$113,000)

SUMMARY: Administers  quality, comprehensive occupational health services within the scope of professional nursing. Interprets and ensures compliance with laws, regulations and standards governing health and safety of employees. Knowledgeable of company standards and government mandates to ascertain the fitness of an employee to perform the job duties. Coordinates and manages occupational health programs and health assets for CITGO employees.

Deadline to apply: January 30, 2026

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree (Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program.

Occupational Health Nurse : Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in a job-related healthcare or occupational health setting.

Must hold a valid Illinois State Professional Nurse License.

Occupational Health Nurse Certification (COHN-S) *

CPR Certification *

Audiometric Certification *

Spirometry Certification *

Breath Alcohol Technician Certification *

[* If candidate does not have certification(s) at time of hire, they must receive certification within 1 year from date of hire.]

Demonstrates the ability to work independently and stay focused on achieving assigned objectives.

Proficient in using various software tools including email platforms, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, SharePoint), and specialized systems such as Enablon, HMS, or similar applications.

Job Duties

• Administers clinical and primary medical care including assessment, nursing diagnosis, management and documentation of occupational and non-occupational illness and injury. This can include collaboration with the treating physician, Industrial Hygienist, employee’s direct Supervisor, and Human Resources
• Directs federally mandated medical surveillance testing and examinations performed by contract employees. Analyzes all results, determining need for referrals for further medical care by outside medical providers. Reviews reports with employee and advises employee on further medical care based on the results.
• Provides case management for occupational and non-occupational illnesses and injuries ensuring compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations. Collaborates with the outside medical provider and the employee in determining employee’s ability to return to work, modified duty, or disability. Reports disability status to management for purposes of planning for temporary employees, scheduling of overtime or shifting of duties. Functions as a Consultant to Human Resources and Management in workers’ compensation claims.

• Ascertain fitness-for-duty of employees at the Refinery to determine ability to maintain safe work performance. Approves all employees’ return to work following a medical leave of absence. Collaborates with Corporate MD on cases with potential for significant impact. Determines fitness for duty for all new hires.

• Coordinates and conducts drug and alcohol testing on 50% of the employee population per year, ensuring it is consistent with CITGO and DOT standards. Maintains Breath Alcohol Technician certification. Ensures testing equipment is in compliance with DOT calibration requirements and is in functional, working order.

• Provide consultation, counseling, referrals and health education for employees. Analyzes testing data to develop health promotion programs and disease prevention strategies.

• Determines the need and select the outside medical service providers to provide off site medical services. Develops and promotes relationship of company with the local health care providers

• Takes after hour call for occupational injury and/or incident, which may require physical response to the plant, as deemed necessary

Incentives

• Remote Work options available for eligible positions
• Options are department and/or location specific
• 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
• Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
• Paid Vacation Time
• Company-Paid Holidays
• Caregiver Leave
• Excellent 401(k) Match
• Pension Plan
• Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
• Healthy Rewards Program
• Service Awards Program
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Dependent Children Scholarships
• Reimbursement for Gym Membership
• Employee Discount Programs
• On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
• On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
• On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
• On-site Fitness Center (select locations)

Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned. 

Here are the incentives we offer:

• Remote Work options available for eligible positions
• Options are department and/or location specific
• 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
• Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
• Paid Vacation Time
• Company-Paid Holidays
• Caregiver Leave
• Excellent 401(k) Match
• Pension Plan
• Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
• Healthy Rewards Program
• Service Awards Program
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Dependent Children Scholarships
• Reimbursement for Gym Membership
• Employee Discount Programs
• On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
• On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
• On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
• On-site Fitness Center (select locations)

PLEASE NOTE ALL JOBS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL PERKS

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Requisition ID - 1512 

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