Nurse B - Occupational Health Nurse

Position #: V47595

Expected Start Date: November 16, 2026

Union: SUN

Facility: Wascana Rehabilitation Centre

City/Town: Regina

Department: Occupational Health and Safety - Prevention

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: March 01, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 224 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Reporting to the Manager of Quality and Safety, the Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) is accountable for the application and adaptation of the nursing process to help protect, promote and maintain the health and safety of employees in accordance with the mission, vision and values of the Saskatchewan Health Authority. The OHN identifies, manages or eliminates risk to employees by developing and coordinating health and safety programming in compliance with legal, industry and leading practice standards. Services are based upon regional and individual needs. The OHN is knowledgeable in occupational health and safety, occupational screening, environmental health, and human relations. The OHN requires excellent communication and administration skills in the provision of occupational health services to a variety of stakeholders.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience in Occupational Health or Public Health Nursing

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Other Education and Training

• Nursing diploma is acceptable
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation HCP Certificate (CPR-HCP)
• Occupational Health Nursing certificate is acceptable
• Immunization certificate is an asset
• Diploma: Occupational Health Nursing/ability to complete w/in 3 yrs of employ.
• If no OHN diploma, Occup. Health Cert. or can obtain w/in 3 yrs of employ.

Competencies

• Critical thinking skills
• Demonstrates leadership skills
• Organizational skills
• Analytical skills
• Written Communication Skills
• Verbal communication skills
• Decision making skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to interpret the Sask. Health Immunization manual (SIM);
• Know of adult ed. methods/population health promotion & apply to HCP programs.
• Can apply nursing research/ best practice to develop/revise policy & procedure
• Must be well organized and able to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of policies/procedures to address blood & body post exposure
• Competent critical thinking/judgement/autonomous decision making capabilities
• Knowledge and ability to interpret serology
• Demonstrated ability in program development, implementation and evaluation
• Knowledge of infection control best practice
• Respiratory N95 Fit Testing
• Ability to apply advanced computer skills
• Sensitivity to concerns of management and labour
• Knowledge in immunology and biologicals used for immunizations
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Knowledge of legislation and acts pertinent to employee health & safety
• Knowledge of communicable diseases, follow up and reporting
• Knowledge in community health and public health concepts
• Knowledge and ability to deliver regional safety programs
• Knowledge of research and statistical collection concepts
• Ability to work independently and with broader interdisciplinary teams

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/
• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.