Occupational Health Nurse

Gerdau•St. Andrews, MB

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 10 million metric tons of mill finished steel products. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the company serves customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, offering a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled steel and wire rod. Gerdau is the largest recycler in the World. Each year, we transform millions of tons of scrap into steel that is used to build the future. At Gerdau it’s all about the people. Gerdau's growth is based on our purpose and on a vision focused on excellence. The measures of performance are customer satisfaction, the personal and professional growth of each employee, our communities, and the World. Our culture thrives by embracing diversity, encouraging innovation and creating products that serve humanity. Gerdau is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 11.5 million metric tons of mill finished steel products. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the company serves customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, offering a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled steel and wire rod. Gerdau is the largest recycler in the world. Each year, we transform millions of tons of scrap into steel that is used to build the future. COME JOIN OUR TEAM...... We are currently looking for an Occupational Health Nurse at our Selkirk, MB facility. Basic Function: Provide health care services to all employees and contractors at Gerdau's Manitoba Mill, Recycling and Bradley locations. Job Summary: 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.

Requirements

BN, RN, LPN, or Occupational Health Nursing Certificate designation
Licensed Industrial Audiometric Technician (LIAT) or willingness to obtain
Emergency response experience
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

Nice To Haves

3-5 years Occupational Health Nursing in a manufacturing setting is preferred
Ergonomic experience is a definite asset

Responsibilities

Supporting and administering the Disability Management program including return to work coordination and WCB processes/reporting
The hearing conservation program and medical screenings
Delivering health education and promoting preventative care initiatives
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