Job Description

Company Bio

Ross Memorial Hospital (RMH) is an active, acute-care community hospital located in the heart of the City of Kawartha Lakes. Among our acute and continuing care services, our team cares for 45,000 patients per year in the 24/7/365 emergency department, provides orthopedics and ophthalmology, operates a dialysis unit, and is renowned for its mental health programs and restorative seniors care. The Ross family takes pride in providing compassionate, quality patient care.

Position Summary

RMH is seeking a temporary full-time Occupational Health Nurse. As part of the Human Resources team, the successful applicant will be responsible for the ongoing development and delivery of Occupational Health Services including baseline health assessments, health surveillance in accordance with the OHA/OMA Communicable Disease Protocols, and annual influenza immunization program.



This is a non-union position.



Effective Date: March 23, 2026

Ending on or before: March 22, 2027

Essential Qualifications

Current registration and member in good standing with the College of Nurses Ontario Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) preferred or minimum five (5) years of experience as an Occupational Health Nurse - experience in the Health Care sector is an asset Current CPR certification Five (5) years of experience as an Occupational Health Nurse preferably in a hospital setting Demonstrated knowledge of employee safety systems including inflection control and disaster planning Demonstrated experience developing policies related to Occupational Health Demonstrated knowledge of the OHSA, WHMIS/GHS, Human Rights Code of Ontario Demonstrated knowledge of disability/ability/ Return to Work management principles and practice Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and co-operatively with all levels of staff, physicians, management, and community agencies Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills Demonstrated ability in Microsoft Office and Parklane Demonstrated ongoing commitment to education and development for personal growth Demonstrated communication, organizational, and time management skills Must be able to fulfill physical requirements of the job, as per the current Physical Demands Analysis

Preferred Qualifications

Disability Management Certification Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) Ontario Occupational Health Nurses Association (OOHNA)

Hours of Work

Must be able to work eight (8) hour shifts Monday to Friday.

Employment Equity

Ross Memorial Hospital is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided throughout the hiring process at the request of the applicant.



Employees must meet expectations for appropriate, respectful and professional conduct, as set out in the RMH Code of Conduct.