Occupational Health Nurse

Occupational Health & Safety Nurse

R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home64 Pleasant Street, Antigonish, NS. B2G 1W7OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY NURSETemporary Full-time position (1 yr.)The Home is seeking a dynamic, compassionate person; committed to excellence and quality practice environments; with demonstrated team skills; and enthusiastic about a profession in Long Term Care to fill the role of Occupational Health and Safety Nurse. Reporting to the CEO/Director of Clinical Services, the Occupational Health and Safety Nurse provides leadership and nursing expertise in workplace safety, injury prevention and safety-related quality improvement. The nurse works with staff, leaders and care partners to support a physically and psychologically safe workplace and a safe living environment for our residents.Key Responsibilities:Occupational Health and SafetyPsychological and Physical Workplace Safety and Injury PreventionParticipates in relevant committees, professional development and emergency preparedness activities.Safe Work PracticeProfessional Qualification / Education / Experience/CompetenciesSkills and CompetenciesStrong nursing assessment, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.;Ability to review incidents objectively and distinguish facts from assumptions;Effective written communication, interviewing, teaching and facilitation skills;Strong organization, prioritization and follow-through on actions and deadlines;Ability to manage sensitive information and maintain professional boundaries;Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments;Knowledge of occupational health and safety and injury prevention; andCommitment to respectful, culturally responsive practice and ongoing learning.EducationRegistered Nurse with current registration and a practising licence with the Nova Scotia nursing regulator.Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.Occupational Health Nursing certificate or diploma, completed or in progress, preferred.Canadian occupational health nursing certification, COHN(C), considered an asset.Education in incident investigation, disability management, quality improvement, psychological health and safety or adult education considered an asset.Required ExperienceMinimum of three years of recent nursing experience, preferably including long-term care.Experience in occupational health, workplace safety, incident review, staff education or quality improvement is preferred.An equivalent combination of relevant nursing experience and additional education may be considered.Working knowledge of applicable Nova Scotia occupational health and safety requirements, workers' compensation processes, and privacy obligations is required or must be developed through an agreed orientation and education plan.Salary: Your specific placement within the rate scale for a Nurse based on experience and skillsHours: Non-Union regular Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Typically 40 hrs per week Monday - Friday, hours may flex as necessaryBenefits: Health & Dental; Life & Pension Plan (Manulife/NSEHPP (HANS), Corp rate for GymDeadline Open until filledStart date: Immediately (subject to change)Apply by: To ensure fairness and tracking, applications will only be accepted online. In-person/onsite resume drop-ins will not be accepted. Apply by quoting the position you are interested in, attach resume/cover letter and proof of eligibility to work in Canada for applicants who are not Canadian Citizens to jobs@rkmacdonald.caJob description: Can be viewed in its entirety on the home's website https://www.rkmacdonald.ca/================================================================================The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home provides patient centred care to 136 residents with approximately 300 care partners. The home is filled with people who care deeply about providing excellent resident care and who are committed to creating a safe work environment. If you are looking for an opportunity in a patient centred home than we are the place for you. The R.K.