Registered Nurse - Occupational Health Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Workplace Health and Safety program at Edmonton General Hospital. The role blends direct patient care with administrative duties, health promotion and policy input.

You will support immunizations, fit testing, hazard assessments and occupational health services, while maintaining confidentiality of staff health information and collaborating with UNA and hospital leadership.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the CRNA.
• Current BCLS-HCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical nursing services and health promotion for staff.
• Interpret client needs, counsel and advocate for patients and families.
• Support health policy and program development within workplace health.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Nursing clinical skills

Education

Nursing diploma or BSN RN

Occupational Health Nursing certificate

Audiometric Technician Training

Job description

Registered Nurse - Occupational Health Nurse

The role of an occupational health nurse is quite diverse. It involves patient care as well as extensive administrative responsibilities. The position will interpret client needs, assess requirements and identify solutions to nonstandard issues and requests, will counsel and educate clients on health and wellness in the workplace and provide input into policy and process development. The position works to ensure Health Shared Services values, goals and principles are implemented and integrated in the delivery of services to client groups The position is also responsible for: Provide clinical support, advice, direction, and input into the needs of fellow staff and managers in relation to health promotion, safety and hygiene, and disease/injury prevention programs. Act as healthcare provider for AHS, Public Health Agency (PHA), and Public Health Corporation (PHC) staff and representatives. Ensuring the highly sensitive confidential health information of fellow staff and AHS, PCA, and PHC representatives. Assisting in the implementation of program and policy strategies to address workplace health and safety hazards. Promoting WHS programs and strategic priorities. Delivering programs and services to staff and line managers to meet their needs, including occupational immunizations. Occupational health assessments/monitoring needle stick and blood/ body fluid exposure (BBFE) follow up. Communicable disease exposure (CDE) follow-up and investigation. WCB case management. Employee Family Assistance Program awareness. Noise Management Program. Hazard assessment and control. Skin integrity and hand health investigations. Respiratory fit testing, Ergonomic review and other consultation duties as required. Measure and monitor outcomes of current WHS programs and new initiatives. Consulting with and referring to appropriate stakeholders and specialists (e.g. IPC, Public Health).

Description:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values.PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii), as applicable.

• Transition Company: Health Shared Services
• Classification: Registered Nurse (2022.75)
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Workplace Health and Safety
• Primary Location: Edmonton General Hospital
• Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
• Multi-Site: At or Out of (UNA only)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 12-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 22-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Transition Company: Health Shared Services
• Classification: Registered Nurse (2022.75)
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Workplace Health and Safety
• Primary Location: Edmonton General Hospital
• Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
• Multi-Site: At or Out of (UNA only)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 12-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 22-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evening, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $44.56
• Maximum Salary: $60.98
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited nursing education program.Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA).Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Minimum of a nursing diploma and/or bachelor's degree with RN designation. Active CRNA permit. Occupational Health Nursing Post Diploma/Degree Certificate. Audiometric Technician Training. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Occupational Health Nursing.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in Occupational Health Nursing in an organization of significant size, complexity, and diversity is preferred. Preference may be given for health care experience and to candidates certified in the Occupational Health Nursing Canada (COHN(C)) through the Canadian Nurses Association’s (CNA). Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care all across Alberta.

Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first.

We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.