Occupational Health Nurse

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We are currently looking for an Occupational Health Nurse at our Selkirk, MB facility.

Provide health care services to all employees and contractors at Gerdau's Manitoba Mill, Recycling and Bradley locations.

Reporting directly to the Health & Safety Manager, you are in daily contact with managers, supervisors, administrative staff, hourly employees, contractors, union representatives & safety captains regarding injuries, first aid treatment, annual hearing tests, wellness initiatives (including EAP), first aid kit supplies & Disability Management issues.

• Responsible for supporting and administering the Disability Management program including return to work coordination and WCB processes/reporting
• Managing the hearing conservation program and medical screenings
• Delivering health education and promoting preventative care initiatives
• Managing wellness programs (such as gym membership benefits program information, EAP referrals)
• Providing on-site first aid treatment to employees and contractors
• Review/analyze incident report data on a monthly/annual basis with site leadership and recommend corrective action to improve results
• Assist with other safety program activities as required

• BN, RN, LPN, or Occupational Health Nursing Certificate designation
• Licensed Industrial Audiometric Technician (LIAT) or willingness to obtain
• 3-5 years Occupational Health Nursing in a manufacturing setting is preferred
• Emergency response experience
• Ergonomic experience is a definite asset
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in maintaining reports and documentation
• Superior communication (written & verbal) interpersonal and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality

• This is a permanent full-time Monday to Friday position
• Gerdau offers excellent benefits including:
• Health, dental, vision, short & long term disability
• Basic life / accidental life insurance
• Defined contribution RRSP / RPP with company matching
• Employee Assistance program
• Tuition Reimbursement program

Gerdau is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.