Occupational Health Nurse Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of an Occupational Health Nurse includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Ensuring the health and safety of the workers by inspecting the work site to maintain health and safety standards.
Creating a healthier and safer environment to reduce disability claims and work-related injuries.
Remaining up-to-date with current health and safety legislation.
Promoting worker productivity through developing and implementing health policies.
Educating and training employees in the risks they may face.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Occupational Health Nurse duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Occupational Health Nurse roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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