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

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Job Description

Position Summary:

The Occupational Health Nurse (OH&S;) 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 prospect 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 ( ).

At St. Joe’s Hamilton, we believe in nurturing new talent, providing an inclusive and supportive work environment with meaningful growth opportunities, and exciting benefits and rewards. Whether you're passionate about providing compassionate care or eager to gain new skills, there’s a place here for you to grow, learn, and succeed! Dignity. Respect. Service. Justice. Responsibility. Enquiry.

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📌 Occupational Health Nurse (Hamilton)
🏢 SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
📍 Hamilton