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Nurse b - Occupational Health Nurse

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February 13 2025
Expected expiry date: February 23 2025
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories Nursing, Population Health
Moose Jaw, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 41780
  • Job Category Quality
  • Posting Date 02/13/2025, 01:02 PM
  • Locations Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital
  • Apply Before 02/23/2025, 10:59 PM
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: 193134

Expected Start Date: February 24, 2025

Union: SUN

Facility: Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital

City/Town: Moose Jaw

Department: Occupational Health and Safety - Prevention

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Standby

Hours of Work: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: Yes

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Occupational Health Nurse is accountable for assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation of the health and risks for Health Care Providers employed with Saskatchewan Health Authority. The Occupational Health Nurse integrates clinical expertise with occupational health and public health methodologies to provide confident, ethical, autonomous decisions to fulfill the Occupational Health Nurse scope of practice.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • Minimum 1 year experience in Occupational Health or Public Health Nursing

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
  • Occupational Health and Safety diploma

Other Education and Training

  • Occupational Health Nursing certificate is acceptable

Competencies

  • Demonstrates leadership skills
  • Communication skills
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Organizational skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Knowledge in population and public health concepts
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to manage programs within budgetary parameters
  • Knowledge in principles of adult education
  • Advanced knowledge of Safety legislation (OH&S & Evidence Act)
  • Knowledge of communicable disease control practices and procedures
  • Knowledge in immunology and biologicals used for immunizations
  • Extensive knowledge of community health services

Other Information

  • Ability to travel when required
  • Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
  • For more information on the city of Moose Jaw please visit https://moosejaw.ca/

About Us

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Additional Information

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.