NU-CHN-03 Occupational Health Nurse

Health Canada - Specialized Health Services Directorate - Public Service Occupational Health Program 

Selection process number : 26-NHW-CSB-EA-NCR-363552

Closing date: March 31, 2027 2:59 AM EDT

Location(s): Victoria (British Columbia), Vancouver (British Columbia), Edmonton (Alberta), Calgary (Alberta), Saskatoon (Saskatchewan), Regina (Saskatchewan), Winnipeg (Manitoba), Ottawa (Ontario), Toronto (Ontario), Montreal (Québec), Moncton (New Brunswick), Halifax (Nova Scotia), St. John’s (Newfoundland and Labrador)

Level: NU-CHN-03

Job type: Deployment, Indeterminate, Term, Secondment 

Salary: $95,896 to $109,001 (Over and above salary, nurses are eligible to receive an annual education allowance from $605 to $3,850 depending on the education level.)

Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad. 

Organization information: For further information on the organization, please visit Health Canada - Public Service Occupational Health Program.

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the contact information at the bottom of this page to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

➡️ Learn more about assessment accommodation.

Work environment

The Public Service Occupational Health Program (PSOHP) is the occupational health service provider responsible for the provision of occupational health services for federal government departments and employees including Occupational Health Evaluation Services, Immunization and Screening of Communicable Disease, Occupational Health and Hygiene Guidance, and Superannuation Services.

PSOHP offers you a unique opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, administrative staff and managers who, together, make a real difference in the health of Canadian federal public servants.

Health Canada provides you with an exceptional workplace, opportunities for professional development and access to continued learning throughout your career. In addition, you will have access to: 

• an educational allowance and a bilingual bonus, as applicable,
• reimbursement of professional Registered Nurse license fees,
• a defined benefits pension plan, and
• dental and health benefits, as well as access to an Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

Duties of an Occupational Health Nurse

The duties of an Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) include:

• Conduct occupational health evaluations for federal candidates and employees in positions with inherent health and safety risks, including those working in high-risk, safety-sensitive positions or at domestic or overseas posts.
• Review medical history and current health status; and perform focused physical examinations, as required; to determine whether occupational health requirements have been met.
• Administer occupational health screening tests, including vision and hearing assessments.
• Provide recommended immunizations and tuberculin skin testing based on job requirements and work locations.
• Prepare and submit occupational health evaluation reports to employers and candidates/employees, outlining whether occupational health requirements have been met and identifying any functional limitations or restrictions.
• Provide superannuation health evaluation services.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary clinical team composed of Occupational Health Medical Officers, Occupational Health Nurse Practitioners, and Occupational Health Nurses across Canada.
• Deliver occupational health services at PSOHP service centres, field offices, and federal government work locations.
• Travel routinely, including same-day and overnight travel, to provide occupational health services at federal government work locations.
• Ensure occupational health services are delivered in accordance with professional standards, policies, and occupational health guidelines.
• Participate in working groups and committees; and assist in development of clinical policies and procedures.
• Participate in training, continuing education and professional development activities.

Everyone is welcome

Health Canada is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce that comprises individuals who have an array of identities, abilities, background, culture, skills, perspectives, and experiences that are representative of Canada's current and evolving population. We are passionate about fostering a workplace where all people feel welcome, can reach their full potential, and contribute their unique perspectives and experience to the success of the team.

Bring your whole self to work

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, sexual orientation, civil union or relationship status, disability, age, parental status, military service, or other status protected under federal law.

Health Canada is committed to increasing representation of Black employees and other racialized groups, Indigenous People, women and persons with disabilities. We would like our workforce to be reflective of the population we serve. Therefore, we encourage candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a member of one of these groups.

Health Canada welcomes applications from Veterans. We recognize your contribution to Canadians and would like to offer you the opportunity to continue your career in an environment where multi-talented employees with diverse skills are appreciated and supported.

➡️ Learn more about mobility for veterans and CAF members.

Intent of the process

The process aims to create an inventory of partially or fully qualified candidates who may be considered for current and future full-time positions within Health Canada's Public Service Occupational Health Program. Applications will be accepted on a regular basis and will be evaluated regularly to fill immediate needs as long as the poster is active.

Positions to be filled: Full-time positions in various locations across Canada.

Information you must provide

• Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications):

Education

• Graduation with a degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Education or other specialty relevant to the position OR a Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing from a recognized post-secondary institution**.

*The term degree refers to a baccalaureate as established by educational authorities.

**For positions in the Québec Region, the term “post-secondary institution” is defined as university level which does not include CEGEP.

➡️ Learn more about degree equivalency.

Occupational Certification

• Possession of a Registered Nurse license in good standing from the provincial regulatory body in a Canadian province. (In order to be appointed, candidates must be registered in the province where the position is being staffed.)

Experience

• At least one (1) year of recent* experience as a registered nurse in the direct provision of nursing clinical services.

*Recent is defined as within the last five (5) years.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job):

Language requirements 

Various language requirements depending on the position being staffed.

• English Essential
• Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC

➡️ Learn more about language requirements.

Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively orally
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to plan, establish priorities and meet deadlines

Competencies

• Thinking things through
• Uphold integrity and respect, including being respectful of diversity
• Working effectively with others

The following requirements may be needed for the job and may be applied / assessed at a later date (asset qualifications): 

Asset Education / Certification

• Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing
• Certification in Occupational Health Nursing from the Canadian Nurses’ Association
• Certification in Travel Health from the International Society of Travel Medicine  
• Current certificate in occupational audiometry

➡️  Learn more about degree equivalency.

Asset Experience

• Experience as a registered nurse in the direct provision of health assessments, including physical examinations and comprehensive health history.
• Experience in interpreting occupational health examinations, laboratory tests and screening tests (e.g., audiograms, vision tests, spirometry).
• Experience as a registered nurse in the direct provision of occupational health services, including identification of functional limitations or restrictions.
• Experience as a registered nurse in the direct provision of one (1) or more clinical services and screening tests, including immunizations, Tuberculin Skin Tests (TSTs), audiometry, and vision tests.
• Experience as a registered nurse in the direct provision of travel health services.

Conditions of employment

Candidates must meet and maintain the following conditions of employment throughout their employment:

• Reliability Status Security Clearance
• Possession of a valid driver's license, as operationally required
• Current registration in good standing as a registered nurse in the province where the position is located.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain additional license(s) as a registered nurse in other provinces or territories, as operationally required. 
• Willingness and ability to work full time (4 to 5 days/week) at a PSOHP work location, i.e., at a PSOHP service centre, PSOHP field office, and/or client department worksite, as operationally required.
• Willingness and ability to routinely travel (same day, overnight, and for multiple days) to a variety of work sites to deliver services.
• Willingness and ability to travel to deliver services using varied forms of transportation, e.g., planes, trains, cars, public transportation, ferries.
• Willingness and ability to work the program’s core operational hours of 8 am to 4 pm.
• Willingness and ability to adjust work hours or work overtime on weekdays or evenings, based on operational needs.
• Willingness and ability to wear personal protective equipment.
• Willingness and ability to manually lift and carry equipment safely to a maximum of 20 kg when travelling from the office location to deliver services.
• Willingness and ability to complete mandatory education and training relevant to the position.

Organizational needs

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, Persons with disabilities, Members of visible minorities, and Women.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

➡️ Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

How the application process works in five steps

1. APPLICATION: All applications must be submitted online through the VidCruiter platform.  Do not e-mail, fax, or mail documents.  Health Canada is not responsible for on-line system issues which may result in loss of data and/or incomplete or un-submitted applications.

In your application, clearly demonstrate how you meet each criteria (education, occupational certification and experience) in the responses to the online questions and on your resume.  Provide specific and detailed information or examples that demonstrates how (i.e., work duties or completion/possession of education or certification), when (i.e., month-year to month-year) and where (i.e., employer or organization/institution) you gained the experience, occupational certification or education.

Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possibly missing information.

Please note that in addition to all assessment methods such as the application, exam, interview, correspondence and communication in relation to this selection process may also be used to assess certain qualifications.

The information you provide in this application must be true and may be verified. Any false information may result in the rejection of your application and/or not hiring you.

Please only check off the locations that you are truly willing and able to work from. By submitting an application, you are confirming that you are either currently living in one of these locations or are willing to relocate to them.

2. SCREENING: Screening is the initial review of your application. You MUST meet the essential education, occupational certification and experience criteria in order to be considered for the next phase of the evaluation process.  Depending on the number of applications received, operational needs and HR plans, asset criteria and/or volume management strategies may be applied.

3. ASSESSMENT: If you meet the essential education, occupational certification and experience criteria assessed during the screening stage, you will be invited via email to move forward to the next stage of the assessment process. Various methods of assessment may be administered (written exam, interview, references, etc.).

Assessments will only be rescheduled under these exceptional circumstances (proof may be required):

• Medical reason with certificate
• Observance of a religious or cultural holiday
• Pre-arranged travel
• Pre-scheduled training
• Pre-arranged exam/interview for another Government of Canada staffing process
• Pre-approved vacation
• Death in the family
• Other exceptional reasons deemed acceptable by the Selection Board.

Please note that in addition to all assessment methods such as the application, exam, interview, and references, your correspondence and communication in relation to this selection process may also be used to assess specific qualifications.

To ensure the integrity of the selection process, the content and questions of the assessment must remain confidential. Please do not discuss or share the assessment content with anyone, including other candidates. You must complete the assessment, including screening questions, by yourself, without the help of others, including the use of unapproved internet resources and artificial intelligence. Any violation may result in potential consequences which could include your elimination from this selection process.

4. DOCUMENT GATHERING: In this step, you will be asked to submit the required documentation to support your application.

• Proof of citizenship or Permanent Residence may be required.
• Proof of education will be required which includes diploma(s) and transcript(s).
• Candidates with foreign credentials MUST provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca.
• If the name identified on the above documents is different than your current legal name, please also provide proof of name change.

5. QUALIFIED POOL: Candidates who meet the essential merit criteria will be placed in a partially qualified or fully qualified pool and notified of same.

Candidates must meet all of the essential qualifications noted in the Statement of Merit Criteria to be appointed to a position.

A candidate may be appointed to a position even though they do not meet any or all of the asset qualifications. However, meeting these criteria may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.  Some or all of the asset qualifications could be used at the screening phase.

Technical support

Access the VidCruiter Applicant Support Center to browse the most frequently asked support topics and quickly find the answers you need.

You may also use the VidCruiter Support Live Chat Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm (Eastern Time) by clicking on "Send us a message" at the bottom of the page.

If you require further technical support to apply for this position, please contact hrvideorh@hc-sc.gc.ca.

Communication

Candidates are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Candidates are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Your first official language is the official language (English or French) with which you have a primary personal identification (that is, the official language in which a person is generally more proficient).

Candidates will be contacted and invited to assessments via the preferred email address indicated in your application. It is imperative that you provide a valid email address that accepts email from unknown users (some messaging systems block these types of correspondence). Candidates are responsible for checking their emails, as well as their junk emails, regularly. In addition, you need to inform us of any changes to your contact information. If you fail to follow these recommendations, you may be eliminated from the selection process.

Please clearly identify the group and level of your substantive (non-acting) position as well as your status (term or indeterminate) as an employee in your online application in the Employee Information section, as applicable.

If you require special accommodation at any stage in the selection process, including technical aid to ensure an equitable assessment of your qualifications, please inform as soon as possible.

A secondment requires approval of your supervisor.

As noted above, please make sure to clearly detail your work experience and education /certification in your application responses to screening questions, and résumé, i.e., how, when, and where did you gain the experience or education. Do not assume that the screening committee has prior knowledge of your history.

All written communication obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to the close of process, may be used in the assessment of the qualification “ability to communicate effectively in writing”.

Acknowledgment of receipt for applications will not be sent. All future communication will be sent via email. It is your responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Your contact email must be accessible to you. You must ensure your system does not filter relevant emails to your junk mailbox or trash.

All updates regarding your candidacy (e.g., invitation to an interview) will be communicated to you directly by email.

Should you have questions related to this selection process, please use the contact information provided below. Please reference the selection process number in your correspondence.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

➡️ Information on the preference to veterans. 

Contact information