Occupational Health Nurse

Job summary

The Occupational Health Nurse provides essential health services including communicable disease surveillance, disability case management, and health assessments. They collaborate with the team to promote a safe work environment through health teaching, immunization programs, and workplace injury prevention.

Job details

Position Details Job Number: JR02209 Department: SJH Occupational Health and Safety Acute This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain) Job Type: Temporary Casual (Fixed Term), Part time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 20 months Number of Positions: 1 Union: ONA Local 75 Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $43.9 - $62.86 Schedule Work Days: Monday to Friday Time of Day: Days Shift: Hours - 7.5 Shift Start: (If applicable) Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-10-06 Closing Date: 2026-10-13 Job Description Position Summary: The Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) is a vital team member of the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) department. The roles and responsibilities of each team member are collaborative and support individual employees and the organization in the provision of a safe and healthy work environment. The OHN plays an integral role in the provision of the OH&S programs - communicable disease surveillance blood borne disease management absence management health assessments (pre-placement referrals respiratory fitness illness injury) health surveillance health teaching and promotion immunization disability management - STD LTD WSIB; work accommodation prevention of violence in the workplace as well as others. Qualifications: -Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required -BScN preferred -CNA certification in Occupational Health Nursing – COHN(C) -Certificate or diploma in Occupational Health Nursing -A minimum of 5 years of recent experience in Occupational Health Nursing -Comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and guidelines – Occupational Health & Safety Act Workplace Safety & Insurance Act Public Hospitals Act Communicable Disease Surveillance Protocols for Ontario Hospitals MOHLTC PIDAC Best Practices -Communicable Disease surveillance immunization protocols and exposure management knowledge and experience -Demonstrated knowledge and experience in disability case management absence management including STD LTD and WSIB case management -Strong assessment health teaching/promotion skills -Working knowledge of occupational wellness ergonomics and safety -Ability to effectively manage high-risk situations -Demonstrated ability to appropriately prioritize multiple tasks and problem solve complex situations -Strong positive communication and interpersonal skills within team and all customers of team -Excellent organizational and time management skills -Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office programs Parklane software knowledge considered an asset -Good attendance and work record is essential St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process (recruit@stjoes.ca).

What you’ll do

The Occupational Health Nurse provides essential health services including communicable disease surveillance, disability case management, and health assessments. They collaborate with the team to promote a safe work environment through health teaching, immunization programs, and workplace injury prevention.

Requirements

Candidates must hold current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and possess at least 5 years of recent experience in Occupational Health Nursing. A certificate or diploma in Occupational Health Nursing is required, and a BScN is preferred.

Listed skills

• Occupational safety · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Occupational health nursing
• Communicable disease surveillance
• Disability case management
• Absence management
• Health assessment
• Immunization
• Workplace safety
• Ergonomics
• Health teaching
• Health promotion
• Case management
• WSIB
• STD
• LTD
• Microsoft Office
• Parklane software
• Teaching
• Management
• Case Management
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN)
• Communicable Diseases
• Communication
• Disability Management
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Health Assessment
• Clinical Surveillance
• Interpersonal Communications
• Occupational Health
• Occupational Health Nursing
• Time Management
• Disease Management
• Prioritization
• Workplace Safety

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Security & Safety
• Occupational Health Nurse
• Registered Nurse (General)
• Nursing Professionals
• Registered Nurses

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