Position Description

The Occupational Health Nurse provides on-site emergency medical care, occupational health management, and proactive wellness support in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for administering acute clinical treatment, managing injury and illness cases from onset through return-to-work, and ensuring full compliance with Alberta Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards. The ideal candidate combines Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) clinical expertise with strong interpersonal skills to deliver patient-centered care and foster a psychologically safe, hazard-aware workplace across a diverse workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver immediate clinical assessment, first aid, CPR, wound care, and stabilization for workplace injuries and illnesses, coordinating emergency transport when required.
• Manage occupational injury and illness cases, overseeing return-to-work coordination, detailed documentation, and liaison with the Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) and external medical clinics.
• Conduct health assessments, fitness-for-work evaluations, and workplace ergonomic reviews to prevent injuries.
• Provide psychological first aid, support employee mental health initiatives, and manage referrals to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Maintain, inspect, and restock first aid room inventory, diagnostic tools, and emergency response equipment.
• Partner with EHS and HR teams to drive plant-wide wellness campaigns, conduct risk and hazard analyses, and actively participate on the Joint Health and Safety Committee.
• Prepare health and safety incident reports and trend metrics while maintaining strict medical record confidentiality under Alberta OHS Code and legislative standards.

Required Education & Qualifications

• Registered and in good standing with ACoP as an Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP).
• Practical experience in industrial, manufacturing, or remote site emergency medical response.
• Strong interpersonal abilities with proven experience communicating effectively with diverse demographic groups and new-to-English speakers in medical settings.
• Advanced clinical triage, emergency response capabilities, and the ability to maintain composure under high pressure.
• Working knowledge of the Alberta OHS Code, WCB case management workflows, and hazard mitigation protocols.
• Uncompromising commitment to patient confidentiality, data privacy, and medical ethics.