Occupational Health Nurse

Primary Responsibilities:

• Efficiently and professionally evaluate and treat all injuries and illnesses within the scope of practice to employees and contractors
• Manage WSIB claims, modified work plans, worker rehabilitation and related correspondence for both Occupational and Non-Occupational events.
• Manage short term and long-term disability benefits.
• Assist departments with implementing and evaluating return to work options for workers requiring modifications.
• Organize and administer worker health education, and counselling services, including EAP and worker Drug and Alcohol rehabilitation programs.
• Complete and/or coordinate various workplace testing programs including but not limited to Respirator Fit testing, Drug and Alcohol testing, Chest X-Rays, Spirometry and Audiometric testing.
• Maintain strict confidentiality with employee personal information.
• Champion employee health and wellness initiatives at site.
• Conduct Standard First Aid and CPR C Training and Mental Health First Aid Training onsite.
• Support the Employee Wellness Program as required.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience:

• Be a member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Hold a designation in Occupational Health Nursing or willingness to acquire would be an asset.
• BScN Designation or College Diploma
• Valid Standard &/or Advanced First Aid / CPR certificate Instructor Certification would be an asset.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as an RN
• Minimum of 2 years occupational health experience
• Ability to plan and schedule programs and activities
• The individual should have demonstrated a high level of energy, self-motivation and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent inter-personal skills together with an ability to facilitate commitment to a cooperative team effort.
• Good communication skills, both orally and written with both internal and external contacts and the ability to work with all levels of the organization.
• Self-starter who is able to anticipate needs and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Bilingualism (French and English) is preferred.

Working Conditions:

The schedule for this position is based in a camp operation working on a defined rotation schedule.