NURSE 7 - Occupational Health Nurse

WHS; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 72,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization in Vancouver seeks an Occupational Health Nurse to manage disability cases and deliver clinical case management services. This role requires a Nursing degree and experience in occupational health. The organization promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers flexible work options, including potential remote work up to 5 days a week.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Relocation assistance

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or a Nursing Degree from an approved School of Nursing.
• Six (6) months or more of occupational health nursing experience.
• Six (6) months or more of disability case management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage disability cases providing advice and support.
• Deliver clinical case management services.
• Collaborate with a diverse team to improve health outcomes.

Skills

Environmental Safety

Knowledge of Occupational Health

Disability Case Management

Education

Registered Nurse degree from an approved School of Nursing

Occupational Health Nursing Education

Job description

Overview

The Workplace Health and Safety Branch (WHS) is an established team providing the BC Public Service with health planning and promotion occupational safety health and rehabilitation and disability benefits administration services. With 13 Occupational Health Nurses (OHNs) across regional offices in Vancouver Victoria and Kamloops we collaborate with ministries agencies and external employers alongside Injury Recovery Specialists Occupational Health Physicians Medical Case Analysts and Disability Case Specialists. Our mission is to build a culture of safety and health supporting public service managers and employees in managing their health and improving workforce productivity.

Role

As an Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) 7 you will manage disability cases providing advice support and resource coordination for employees and their supervisors with a focus on early intervention to help employees return to sustainable work safely and quickly. You will deliver clinical case management services aligned with current occupational health nursing ethics and practice guidelines. Collaborating with a diverse and integrated team of Disability Case Specialists Injury Recovery Specialists and Medical Case Analysts you will be part of a supportive environment dedicated to improving health outcomes and making a meaningful impact on the workforce.

A career as an Occupational Health Nurse with the BC Public Service offers an exceptional opportunity to undertake a variety of challenging and rewarding roles while supporting a healthy work / life balance. Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Explore Careers with Workplace Health and Safety: Occupational Health Nurses - YouTube.

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Education and Experience Requirements

• Registered Nurse or a Nursing Degree from an approved School of Nursing.
• Occupational Health Nursing Education OR equivalent Occupational Health education.
• Must have or be immediately eligible to obtain registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) formerly known as the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC).
• Six (6) months or more of occupational health nursing experience.
• Six (6) months or more of disability case management experience.

Preference

Preference may be given to candidates with :

• Certificate in occupational health nursing OHN(C) and / or specialized training in occupational health.
• Active membership in an occupational health nurses professional practice group and participation in continuing education related to disability case management.

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About this Position

This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

There are some onsite requirements.

The employer is willing to pay a starting salary in the upper range of the Nurse 7 salary range depending on qualifications and years of experience and in accordance with the employer policies.

The days and hours of work for this position are Monday Friday during core business hours.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

Relocation assistance may be offered as set out in the employer policies.

This position is excluded from union membership.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations status or non-status Inuit or Mtis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge skills abilities competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter : NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume : YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire : YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status eligibility to apply etc.).

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Key Skills

Environmental Safety, Lotus Notes, Bank Reconciliation, ITIL, E-Commerce

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 72751 - 117319