Occupational Nurse

Herc Rentals

United States

Remote

USD 105,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Herc Life Wellness Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

RRSP/TFSA options

Job summary

Herc Rentals is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Nurse to strengthen field medical support and employee health initiatives across our North American operations.

This remote role collaborates with the Risk Department to proactively manage claims, workers’ compensation, return-to-work programs, and mental health initiatives, with limited travel to field locations as needed.

Qualifications

Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing.
Minimum 3–5 years of occupational health nursing in a similar industry.
Experience conducting virtual and telephone-based clinical assessments and case management.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Risk Department to manage workers’ compensation claims and workplace injuries.
Support health initiatives, return-to-work programs, and wellness activities.
Provide field-based clinical resources and coordinate healthcare services for occupational incidents.
Liaise with HR and management for RTW notes and restrictions.
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strong communication

Travel flexibility

Discretion & professionalism

Education

RN license

Job description

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2025 total revenues reaching approximately $4.4 billion. Herc Rentals’ parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol “HRI.” Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 607 locations and has about 10,000 employees in North America as of June 30, 2026.

In Canada, Herc Rentals has a significant presence with multiple locations across the country. The company provides a wide range of equipment rental services to various industries, including construction, industrial, and government sectors. Herc Rentals is committed to supporting Canadian businesses by offering high-quality equipment and exceptional customer service. The company also focuses on safety and sustainability, ensuring that its operations comply with Canadian regulations and standards.

Job Purpose

The Herc Rentals Occupational Health Nurse strengthens our field medical support and employee health initiatives. This role will be instrumental in collaborating with our Risk Department to proactively manage claims, workers’ compensation, workplace injuries, OSHA recordables, and overall employee health including mental health.

What you will do...

Collaborate closely with the Risk Department and Workers’ Compensation Boards to effectively manage and mitigate workers’ compensation claims, recordables, and other workplace injuries.
Work alongside the Safety Department in the development and implementation of health and safety initiatives, policies, and best practices to safeguard workers, prevent injuries, and promote workplace wellbeing.
Provide intake of initial injury reports and coordinate timely and appropriate healthcare services for occupational incidents.
Serve as a field-based clinical resource, supporting employees and management regarding health-related incidents, claims, and injury management.
Assess work-related injuries and provide expert guidance to employees and managers on injury management and claims processes.
Evaluate and interpret employees' medical and occupational history, subjective complaints, and physical examination findings to inform care and workplace decisions.
Support and act as a liaison for the company's Return to Work (RTW) Program, collaborating with HR, branch managers, and other departments on RTW notes and restrictions.
Provide intervention, EAP coordination, and crisis support for employee health concerns, with particular attention to mental health and well-being.
Act as a liaison between field operations, risk management, and external medical providers to ensure seamless communication and care coordination.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all cases, interventions, and communications.
Support compliance with regulatory requirements to ensure organizational adherence to legal standards.
Participate in training and education initiatives for field staff on health, safety, and injury prevention, fostering a culture of safety and wellness.

Skills

Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to travel to field locations as needed.
Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Requirements

Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing.
Demonstrated experience in occupational health nursing, including workplace injury management, workers' compensation (WSIB/WCB), return-to-work planning, and fitness-for-work assessments.
Experience conducting virtual and telephone-based clinical assessments and case management.
Ability to work independently and exercise strong clinical judgment in a highly autonomous environment.
This is a remote position; candidates must have the ability to work effectively in a virtual environment.
Limited travel within the branches is required. Travel may be necessary for employee assessments, meetings, training, or operational support and will be determined by the Occupational Health Nurse Manager.
Ability to be on call.
Valid driver's license.

Experience Required

Minimum 3-5 years of occupational health nursing in a similiar industry.
Experience supporting employees within a corporate, industrial, transportation, manufacturing, construction, or other safety-sensitive environment.
Demonstrated experience managing workplace injuries from intake through return to work.
Experience working directly with Workers' Compensation Boards (WSIB/WCB) and occupational injury claims.
Experience developing and managing return-to-work and modified duty programs.
Experience conducting clinical assessments and providing recommendations via telephone and virtual platforms.
Experience supporting mental health and substance-related workplace cases.
Strong case management and disability management experience.

Type: Headcount Increase

Pay Range:$105,000 - $120,000 per year

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.

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