Occupational Health Nurse

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government in Manitoba is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse to join the Occupational Safety and Health branch. The role involves conducting health assessments, managing workplace injuries, and contributing to policy development while ensuring compliance with health legislation. A Nursing degree and an Occupational Health Nursing Certificate are required. Candidates should possess strong assessment and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Occupational Health Nursing Certificate program preferred.
• Knowledge of Manitoba Workplace Safety & Health Act and Workers Compensation Board processes.
• Experience with disability case management and health surveillance programs.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain health, safety, and well-being of public service employees.
• Conduct health assessments for pre-placement, periodic, and return-to-work.
• Oversee health surveillance initiatives related to occupational health.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Counselling

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Occupational Health Nursing Certificate

Job description

Overview

The Government of Manitoba is seeking a dedicated Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) to join the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) branch. The OSH branch is responsible for providing strategic leadership, policy development, and oversight of occupational safety and health programs across all departments, ensuring compliance with legislation, and fostering a culture of safety and well-being in the public service.

Job Title and Details

NN2 Nurse 2

Regular/full-time

Manitoba Public Service Commission

Workforce Relations, Occupational Safety and Health Branch

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 44636

Salary(s): NN2 $84,974.00 - $104,504.00 per year

Closing Date: October 8, 2025

Employment Equity

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

Responsibilities / Duties

The Government of Manitoba is seeking a dedicated Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) to join the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) branch. The OSH branch is responsible for providing strategic leadership, policy development, and oversight of occupational safety and health programs across all departments, ensuring compliance with legislation, and fostering a culture of safety and well-being in the public service.

Reporting to the Manager of Employee Safety and Injury Prevention, this vital role focuses on promoting and maintaining the health, safety, and well-being of public service employees across the Manitoba public service. The OHN delivers a broad range of occupational health services, including conducting pre-placement, periodic, and return-to-work health assessments; supporting workplace injury management and return-to-work planning; and leading prevention-focused programs such as wellness education and chronic illness prevention. The OHN also oversees health surveillance initiatives related to hearing conservation, respiratory protection, communicable disease exposure, and hazardous materials. In collaboration with staff, unions, management, and external partners, the OHN contributes to policy development, ensures compliance with health and safety legislation, and provides health education and counseling. This position plays a key role in fostering a safe, healthy, and supportive work environment through data-informed decision-making, continuous improvement, and the development of effective occupational health policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
• Completion of a recognized Occupational Health Nursing Certificate program or Canadian Nursing Association certification in Occupational Health (preferred)
• Knowledge of Manitoba Workplace Safety & Health Act, Workers Compensation Board processes and infection control processes
• Experience with disability case management, health surveillance programs, medical accommodations and return-to-work planning
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, counselling and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in community health, emergency, ambulatory care, or critical care (desired)
• Knowledge of respiratory protection, hearing conservation, and hazardous exposure monitoring (desired)

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check
• Must complete and maintain an enhanced security screening
• Must be able to work overtime as required
• Must maintain registration and good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba

Application Instructions

Apply to: Advertisement # 44636

PSC-HRO
Human Resource Services
935-155 Carlton Street
Winnipeg MB , R3C 3H8

Phone: [phone]
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Email: [e-mail]

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