Casual Occupational Health Nurse

Rotation: 7 days on / 7 days off (12-hour days)

Start Date: July 9

Travel: Fly-in/Fly-out from Edmonton or Calgary

Accommodations: Camp provided

Position Overview

Primco Dene EMS is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) to join their on-site medical team in a remote northern Alberta industrial setting. The successful candidate will provide emergency medical, occupational health, and clinical services within an advanced 24-hour medical facility. This role supports both occupational and non-occupational health needs while collaborating closely with emergency services, health & safety, and security teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive on-site healthcare and emergency response services.
• Triage, assess, treat, monitor, and support patients for occupational and non-occupational medical concerns.
• Administer vaccinations and manage seasonal immunization programs (including AHS reporting).
• Conduct periodic medical screenings such as audiometric and pulmonary function tests.
• Manage WCB claims, documentation, and assist with return-to-work coordination.
• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records and clinic administration.
• Oversee procurement of medical, drug and alcohol testing, and clinic supplies.
• Support and participate in health promotion and wellness initiatives.
• Collaborate with client emergency services and health and safety teams to ensure medical readiness and effective response.
• Participate in health and safety meetings, emergency drills, and ongoing training.
• Provide consultation and guidance on OH&S legislation and occupational health standards.
• Oversee medical surveillance programs and fitness-to-work assessments.
• Lead case management for work-related injuries or illnesses.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and provide recommendations.
• Coordinate onboarding logistics such as flight and room bookings for staff.

Qualifications

• OHN Certification
• CARNA registration (active and in good standing)
• Minimum 1 year of emergency or occupational health experience, ideally in oil & gas or industrial settings
• DOT Urine and BAT certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – preferred
• Standard First Aid with CPR (HCP level) – required
• Class 5 driver’s licence
• H2S Awareness certification
• Strong knowledge of occupational health legislation, case management, and WCB processes
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and communication skills

Deadline to apply: July 1, 2026

We thank all those who apply. However, only those considered for the position will be contacted.

Primco Dene Business Centre Cold Lake First Nations Box 2070, Hwy 28 RR 423A (7km south of City of Cold Lake), Cold Lake, T9M 1P5 PO Box 820, Suite 201 21553 Chief Lapotac Blvd, Enoch, AB T7X 3Y3 Monday to Friday – 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Closed on lunch hours, statutory holidays and weekends.

We’d like to acknowledge that we are on Treaty 6 Territory, a traditional meeting grounds, gathering place and travelling to the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Métis, Denesųłiné, Nakota Sioux. We acknowledge all the many First Nations, Metis and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.