Occupational Health Nurse

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE – PART TIME/ CASUALTHE ROLE:

As an Occupational Health Nurse, you are relied upon to deliver health education, promote employee health and employee ability. Your days are never the same; one day you’re on a client site in Northern Alberta performing audiometric and pulmonary function tests, the next you’re leading an influenza vaccination clinic in an urban office. Our clients seek world-class OH services and you’re the critical professional that directly keeps employees healthy, educated of job hazards, and safe. 

THE RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Maintain current knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation and guidelines to ensure organizational compliance

·        Conduct comprehensive pre-placement and periodic health assessments for diverse employee populations

·        Manage abnormal assessment results through appropriate healthcare referrals and follow-up protocols

·        Provide targeted health education to employees regarding identified workplace hazards and exposure risks

·        Initiate workers' compensation claims and short-term disability programs with focus on prevention strategies

·        Develop and oversee modified work programs with early intervention return-to-work protocols

·        Maintain occupational health field equipment according to established company standards

·        Review vaccination histories and administer immunizations via intramuscular injection using clinical judgment

·        Ensure strict adherence to provincial immunization guidelines and cold chain storage protocols

·        Assess and provide immediate response to urgent medical situations and workplace emergencies

·        Oversee daily clinic operations and coordinate delivery of comprehensive occupational health services

·        Provide occupational health services specifically tailored to company need.

·        Monitor and maintain adequate inventory levels of medical supplies and clinic equipment

·        Perform specialized medical assessments including aviation, pre-employment, and pre-travel evaluations

·        Conduct certified diagnostic testing including audiometry, spirometry, vision screening, and substance collection procedures

·        Execute respiratory protection fit testing for various equipment types (N95, half-mask, SCBA units)

·        Review diagnostic test results and coordinate referrals to external healthcare providers when indicated

·        Collaborate with public health agencies on occupational health initiatives and quality assurance programs

·        Provide case management services including fitness-for-duty evaluations and serious adverse event monitoring

WHAT TO EXPECT:

·        Collaborative work with exceptional OH professionals

·        A low ego workplace that values team results more than personal glory.

·        Collaboration with a supportive manager and experienced MOA staff

·        Work in a downtown Calgary OH clinic and at client worksites

·        The opportunity to evolve to a Full-time permanent employee.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

You thrive is a fast-paced work environment that offers variety and depends on your adaptability. In the face of change, you can push out the noise and think critically in the moment providing expert assessment and solutions. You set the bar high for your work as an OH professional, and you are motivated to reach it. Along the way, you’re professional, dependable, timely and meticulous about your service delivery and record keeping. While you’re excellent at managing your own time and comfortable with your autonomy, there is a bigger team that you are part of at Eisan, and you’re there to pitch in if others on the team need a hand.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN)

·        Active membership in AOHNA

·        Active member of CARNA

·        Minimum 3 years OH experience, clinical field work preferred.

·        Audiometric certification (current within 3 years)

·        Spirometry certification (current within 5 years)

·        CPR Health Care Provider Level with AED training

TO APPLY:

Please email a resume and cover letter to: jwells@eisanconsulting.com , or, apply online through our LinkedIn advertisement. 

ABOUT EISAN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH:

Eisan Occupational Health provides comprehensive Occupational Health, Wellness and Disability Management Services to employers and employees. We support employers who see the value of investing in their employees, keeping them healthy and well in their working life and beyond. Our team is comprised of professionals that support these values.

www.eisanconsulting.com

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