04 Sep
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Healthcareersinsask.ca
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Regina
04 Sep
Healthcareersinsask.ca
Regina
Position #: V47593
Expected Start Date: September 28, 2026
Union: SUN
Facility: Wascana Rehabilitation Centre
City/Town: Regina
Department: Occupational Health and Safety - Prevention
Type: Full-time temporary
Expected Up to Date: June 04, 2027
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Number of Hours per Rotation: 224 hours per 6 weeks; 8 hours shift
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of work: Standard hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440
Travel Required: Yes
: Reporting to the Manager of Quality and Safety, the Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) is accountable for the application and adaptation of the nursing process to help protect, promote and maintain the health and safety of employees in accordance with the mission, vision and values of the Saskatchewan Health Authority. The OHN identifies, manages or eliminates risk to employees by developing and coordinating health and safety programming in compliance with legal, industry and leading practice standards. Services are based upon regional and individual needs.
The OHN is knowledgeable in occupational health and safety, occupational screening, environmental health, and human relations. The OHN requires excellent communication and administration skills in the provision of occupational health services to a variety of stakeholders.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Experience
- Minimum 1 year experience in Occupational Health or Public Health Nursing
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
- Other Education and Training
- Occupational Health Nursing certificate is acceptable
- Immunization certificate is an asset
- Diploma: Occupational Health Nursing/ability to complete w/in 3 yrs of employ.
- If no OHN diploma, Occup. Health Cert. or can obtain w/in 3 yrs of employ.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation HCP Certificate (CPR-HCP)
- Nursing diploma is acceptable
Competencies
- Analytical skills
- Verbal communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Decision making skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Demonstrates leadership skills
- Written Communication Skills
Knowledge and Abilities
- Know of adult ed. methods/population health promotion & apply to HCP programs.
- Knowledge in immunology and biologicals used for immunizations
- Must be well organized and able to meet deadlines
- Knowledge and ability to interpret the Sask. Health Immunization manual (SIM);
- Knowledge of policies/procedures to address blood & body post exposure
- Competent critical thinking/judgement/autonomous decision making capabilities
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Ability to work independently and with broader interdisciplinary teams
- Respiratory N95 Fit Testing
- Demonstrated ability in program development, implementation and evaluation
- Sensitivity to concerns of management and labour
- Knowledge of communicable diseases, follow up and reporting
- Knowledge and ability to deliver regional safety programs
- Knowledge of legislation and acts pertinent to employee health & safety
- Knowledge in community health and public health concepts
- Can apply nursing research/ best practice to develop/revise policy & procedure
- Knowledge and ability to interpret serology
- Knowledge of infection control best practice
- Knowledge of research and statistical collection concepts
- Ability to apply advanced computer skills
Other Information
- Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
- For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare setting. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. 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.
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