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Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) - 6 Month Contract


Company : Iridia Medical Inc.


Location : Vancouver,


Created : 2026-03-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) - 6 Month Contract Casual Remote Care Services CA Occupational Health Nurse, Northern BC 6 month Temporary Contract Help us enable even more peace of mind Iridia was founded on the premise that broader access to Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) would save lives. Since then, weve built and staffed Canadas first privately owned mobile hospital and deployed it to provide care to BCs resource sector workers in the far North. Along the way weve been shortlisted as a Top 100 employer, acknowledged for rapid growth, and nominated as having one of the best corporate cultures. The journey to date has been a rich one to be sure, but there is much left to do. Our values are our fundamental driving forces for decision-making. We have our sights set on making an even bigger difference in the health and wellbeing of everyone we connect with. And this is where you come in. Role Specifics We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Health Nurse to join our medical team supporting workers at a Copper & Gold Mine in Northern British Columbia. This position operates on a 1 week on / 1 week off rotation with 12hour shifts, working within an on-site medical clinic supporting a large industrial workforce in a remote camp environment. The Occupational Health Nurse plays a key role in supporting worker health, safety, and wellbeing through the delivery of occupational health services, injury assessment and treatment, case management, and preventative health initiatives. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with paramedics, site leadership, and Iridia physicians to ensure high-quality care and compliance with occupational health standards. This role offers the opportunity to practice to your full scope in a dynamic industrial environment while making a meaningful impact on the health and safety of workers in BCs resource sector. Key Responsibilities: - Provide occupational health nursing services to workers on site - Assess and treat occupational and nonoccupational injuries and illnesses - Provide emergency first aid and medical response as required - Conduct health assessments and triage workers presenting to the clinic - Facilitate referrals to external medical providers when necessary - Support ReturntoWork and StayatWork programs in collaboration with site leadership - Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation within the electronic medical record system - Ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations and occupational health standards - Lead and support occupational health programs such as hearing conservation, health screening, and flu immunization initiatives - Provide health education and promote workplace wellness initiatives - Liaise with oncall physicians and external healthcare providers when required - Maintain and safeguard confidentiality of employee health information - Assist with coordination of medical evacuations when required - Collaborate with safety teams and site leadership to support workplace health and safety initiatives Skills and Qualifications: - Current British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) registration - Occupational Health Nursing experience preferred - Emergency or acute care nursing experience considered an asset - Experience working in industrial, remote, or rural environments preferred - Valid CPR/AED certification - OFA III certification or willingness to obtain - Working knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations and occupational health practices - Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills - Ability to work independently in a remote industrial setting - Excellent communication and organizational skills - Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred - Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to submit your application through this posting. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr