Occupational Health Nurse - Part time

Position Purpose

Lead employee health and safety activities within the plant.

Principle Accountabilities

• Act as the site leader for employee health, and wellness
• Coordinates pre and post-employment medical screening and monitoring programs - air quality, noise, occupational hygiene etc.
• Coordinates and manages STD, LTD and WCB disability claims and manages the Early Safe Return to Work Program.
• Identifies goals, objectives, and actions to develop comprehensive case management plans that achieve desired outcomes within designated time frames.

Accountable for the progression of disability claims cases including ongoing follow-up and coordinates interventions with internal and external parties.

• Provides first aid for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Consults with leadership regarding Team Member's status of absence and progress on modified work.
• Responsible for the collection and management of medical, highly confidential, sensitive, and personal information required for the management of absences, accommodation, health and safety issues and formal complaints.
• Promotes team member wellness programs and provides ongoing support for employee health and wellness concerns.
• Manage the site health unit and hearing testing facility.
• Related tasks as requested by supervisor.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Registered and licensed with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing. Specialty in Occupational Health Nursing strongly preferred.
• Previous work experience in occupational health nursing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Strong interpersonal skills coupled with a high degree of empathy.
• Knowledge of current occupational health practices and applicable legislation.
• Strong organizational, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to uphold confidentiality.
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Intertape Polymer has a competitive compensation and benefits package and is committed to providing a safe work environment.

Intertape Polymer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We thank all candidates for applying, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Intertape Polymer welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.