Occupational health nurses (OHNs) are Registered Nurses with experience and knowledge of health hazards in a variety of occupations.  As professionals who communicate with all department levels of an organization, OHNs have the unique ability to assist employers, managers and workers to take charge of their own health.  With an OHN as part of a company’s team, the safety of the employees is fostered.

Excellent Credentials

OHNs are qualified to oversee the health of an organization’s most valuable asset - its employees.  An Occupational Health Nurse:

Ø      is a Registered Nurse licensed by the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba

Ø      holds Certification in Occupational Health Nursing

Ø      has practice and experience in occupational health and safety

Services Available

OHNs are available on a full-time, part-time or casual basis.  They assist in identifying and addressing areas of concern in the workplace that affect employee health.

The services of an OHN can be tailored to the requirements of the organization.  They include:

Ø      developing and evaluating health and safety policies appropriate to the organizations’ needs.

Ø      compiling and analyzing employee health data and work-related injuries.

Ø      developing and implementing appropriate health and safety programs based on this data.

Ø      providing emergency health services and referral.

Ø      offering health education and programs, including back care, hearing conservation, blood pressure screening, immunization clinics, stress management, smoking cessation and nutrition counselling.

Ø      conducting safety and health related tests, such as hearing tests, noise level monitoring, lung function tests and lead level tests.

Ø      addressing environmental issues, including air quality testing, noise control and chemical monitoring.

Ø      providing employees with resources on health promotion and lifestyle management. 

   A Publication of Manitoba Occupational Health Nurses Interest Group