Registered Nurse, OHW

The Ottawa Hospital; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The Ottawa Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse, Occupational Health (Claims & Case Management) to support employees in staying at work or returning to work safely. You will review medical information, assess work capacity, develop safe modified work and accommodations, and coordinate disability management from intake to resolution.

The role requires strong clinical judgement, collaboration with employees, leaders and healthcare practitioners, and the ability to manage a complex caseload.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing and active RN registration in Ontario.
• Minimum three years of recent clinical experience in Occupational Health and disability management.
• Knowledge of OHSA, WSIB, Public Hospitals Act, Environmental Protection Act, and Human Rights Code.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience coordinating services with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to assess functional abilities and translate medical information into safe workplace recommendations.
• Demonstrated clinical judgement and capability to manage complex caseloads independently.

Responsibilities

• Support employees with non-occupational illness, injury or medical conditions to stay at work or return to work safely.
• Review medical information, assess work capacity, restrictions and tolerance.
• Identify safe modified work, accommodations and return-to-work opportunities.
• Manage complex disability cases from initial assessment through resolution.
• Coordinate individualized accommodation plans and monitor progress.
• Communicate with treating practitioners and stakeholders to clarify information.
• Balance employee health with workplace requirements and available work.

Skills

BScN

RN Registration

Occupational Health Nursing

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Communication skills

Disability management

Case management

Clinical judgement

Work capacity assessment

Education

BScN

RN registration (Ontario)

OHN Certification/Disability Management

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Posting Information

Temporary positions until approximately November 1, 2028. Three (3) positions available.

About The Ottawa Hospital

The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada's largest learning and research multi-campus hospitals. With more than 1,400 beds and approximately 17,000 staff, physicians, residents and volunteers, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and Eastern Nunavut regions. At The Ottawa Hospital, we don't just serve our community, we belong to the community. That insight is at the heart of our ambitious plan to reshape the future of healthcare for our community.

From the compassion of our people to the relentless pursuit of new discoveries, The Ottawa Hospital never stops seeking innovative solutions to the most complex health care challenges while continually engaging with the community to support our vision to provide each patient with the kind of care and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

Working together with its research institute, the University of Ottawa, and other partners, the hospital is continually gaining national and international recognition for high-quality patient care, teaching and research, while striving to meet the needs of the culturally diverse community we serve.

Position Information

The Registered Nurse, Occupational Health (Claims & Case Management) plays a key role in supporting employees with non-occupational illness, injury or medical conditions to remain at work or return to work safely and as early as reasonably possible. Using a functional abilities approach, the RN reviews medical information, assesses work capacity, restrictions, limitations and tolerance, and works collaboratively with employees, leaders and other stakeholders to identify safe and suitable modified work, workplace accommodation and return-to-work opportunities. Where an employee is unable to participate in regular or modified work, the RN assesses the medical information supporting Medical Leave and short-term disability benefit eligibility.

The RN independently manages complex disability cases from initial assessment through resolution, balancing employee health and safety, functional abilities, workplace requirements and available work. The role includes developing and coordinating individualized accommodation and return-to-work plans, monitoring progress and adjusting plans as circumstances change, communicating with treating healthcare practitioners when further clarification is required, and supporting employees and leaders throughout the disability management process. Demonstrates strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, and clinical judgment skills, with the ability to gather and assess relevant information, identify when additional clarification is required, and exercise sound professional judgment in complex or non-routine situation.

Rotation/Shifts

Days, 8 hour shifts.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN);
• Current RN Certification of Registration form the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Certificate Program Occupational Health Nursing (courses) Disability Management certification.
• Minimum three (3) years of recent clinical experience, preferably in Occupational Health and Disability management within a hospital setting;
• Knowledge of applicable provincial legislation and its application, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act, WSIB Act, Public Hospitals Act, Environmental Protection Act, Human Rights Code;
• Experience using Microsoft suite, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook;
• Experience in coordinating services, and working with multiple stakeholders;
• Possess highly developed communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated experience assessing functional abilities, restrictions and limitations and translating medical information into safe and practical workplace recommendations.
• Strong clinical judgement and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to assess work capacity and disability based on the medical and functional information available.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a complex caseload independently, prioritize competing demands and maintain timely follow up.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, leaders, unions, healthcare practitioners and other stakeholder in complex disability management cases.
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills in case management situations and employee's issues.
• Effectively resolves situations where the emotions and attitudes of others may pose a threat to the individual involved.
• Demonstrate awareness and understanding of people and their emotions.
• Listen actively and consider other point of views.
• Identifies early return to work opportunities;
• Provide effective counseling to staff and refers them to the appropriate support when necessary;
• Exercises sound judgement in providing primary care;
• Make informed decisions on a plan of action;
• Handles independent practice, addressing various issues and balancing conflicting interests;
• Deal with confidential and politically sensitive matters;
• Manage difficult people and resolve conflict;
• Develop and implement short-term and long-term goals.

You will stand out with

• Master's Degree in relevant field;
• Experience in Occupational Health nursing, case management, disability management, and rehabilitation services.

What You Can Expect From Us

The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment for everyone. We are driven by our purpose to provide each patient with the world-class care, exceptional service and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package, a Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan, and insurance protection. We also offer discounts from choice providers on a variety of products and services.

The Ottawa Hospital provides various Health and Wellness resources as well as opportunities for personal and professional development opportunities from our in-house Learning and Leadership Development team to help align your goals with your career objectives.

The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to request accommodations throughout all stages of the recruitment process. These accommodation requests will be kept confidential. To request an accommodation or if you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact [e-mail].