Occupational Health Nurse/EMT - Brandon, MB

eBrandon; Brandon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Brandon, MB is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse/EMT to enhance employee health and safety. The ideal candidate will provide first aid, manage disability claims, and coordinate health programs. This role offers competitive health benefits and a chance to develop skills in a supportive environment. Applicants must hold a current nursing license and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

Flexible Health and Wellness benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Holds a current license/registration; Provincial College of Nurses/Provincial Emergency Medical Services.
• Strong assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with union and management personnel in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illness.
• Manage short and long-term disability claims and assist on WCB claims.
• Facilitate and deliver health, wellness and safety education to employees.
• Coordinate health surveillance programs, including pre-placement health evaluations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Assessment skills

Education

Current license/registration from Provincial College of Nurses/Provincial Emergency Medical Services

Job description

Occupational Health Nurse/EMT - Brandon, MB

The Occupational Health Nurse/EMT works closely with managers, supervisors and individual employees to maintain, promote and restore employee health, safety and wellbeing. This position is responsible for the health and welfare of Canada Packers employees as it pertains to their jobs and to promote a safe and healthy working environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illness, including assessments, follow-ups and referral as indicated
• Manage short and long-term disability claims and assist on WCB claims including early intervention, administration, early and safe return to work plans
• Counsel employees on various health-related issues and concerns
• Facilitate and deliver health, wellness and safety education to employees
• Coordinate health surveillance programs including pre-placement health evaluations and hearing tests
• Maintain confidential medical records
• Assessment and delivery of comprehensive first aid/medical treatment

What we have to offer you

• Values based culture.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.

What you will bring

• Holds a current license/registration; Provincial College of Nurses/Provincial Emergency Medical Services
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to nurture solid relationships at all levels of the organization and external to the organization
• Strong assessment and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with union and management personnel in a collaborative environment
• Well-developed written and verbal communications skills

How to apply

If you are willing to step into a new and exciting career, please send us your resume to www.canadapackers.com/careers

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Canada Packers however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.