Gloucestershire Occupational Health Nurse OHN United Kingdom

Workplace Doctors; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading occupational health provider is seeking an experienced professional to oversee and manage administrative and operational activities of occupational health services in Gloucester. Responsibilities include maintaining health records, overseeing immunisation programs, and ensuring compliance with NMC standards. Candidates must have NMC registration and experience in a clinical environment. This role promotes client care and health improvement in various settings.

Qualifications

• Must have NMC Registration (Nursing & Midwifery Council).
• Post registration experience in clinical settings.
• Willingness to acquire relevant qualifications in occupational health.

Responsibilities

• Oversee admin and operations of occupational health services.
• Maintain occupational health recording system.
• Ensure safe use of medical equipment.

Skills

NMC Registration

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Clinical knowledge

Ability to work autonomously

Experience in varying workloads

Education

RGN (Level 1)

Job description

Overview

NMC Registration Required (Nursing & Midwifery Council) Essential Summary: You will apply limited specialist knowledge and skills to undertake a clinical service and other varied responsibilities of the post. Responsible for the development and administration of efficient and professional operations of occupational health services in accordance with company policies, practices, procedures, and applicable regulations to achieve the desired goals and objectives of our client based in Gloucestershire. You will provide a service of excellence, which is primarily responsible for meeting the needs of Trust employees, but also external contracts from both the private and public sector. Assists with all aspects of health services staffing, competency, processes, customer service, and quality improvement. As a member of the occupational health team you will be required to provide an occupational health surveillance, screening and immunisation service under the direction of the nurse specialist / nurse manager, having freedom to act within the policies and practices of the service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the administrative and operational activities of occupational health services.
• Assist in the updating and maintenance of the occupational health recording system including the recording of clinical outcomes and observations, tests or research results.
• Act as a representative of the department as business and/or professional needs require.
• Be responsible for the safe use and maintenance of equipment.
• Work independently and as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Maintain effective communication with colleagues in the multi-disciplinary team, managers, clients and external agencies to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Be responsible for the ordering and maintaining of stock supplies to ensure safe storage, preparation and administration of vaccines in accordance with department processes, Trust policies and national guidance.
• Undertake entering and updating of hepatitis B information onto the Department of Health "Smartcard" system.
• Demonstrate IT skills to enable access to relevant information (management, clinical, and external).
• Practice high standards of client care in a variety of clinical and non-clinical settings as business/client needs require.
• Comply with the registration requirements of the NMC.
• Act in accordance with local policies and procedures laid down by the department, local Trust and external clients.
• Work to meet the objectives of the department, local Trust and external clients.
• Work within the scope of the NMC Professional Practice and Code of Conduct.
• Attend study days, courses and conferences as agreed by the department.
• Maintain client confidentiality and work within the framework of the Data Protection Act.

Patient/Client Care Responsibilities

Carry out the following using the skills and knowledge gained after appropriate training, assessment and experience and abiding by occupational health processes, Trust policies, patient group directives and service level agreements: Venepuncture after appropriate training, assessment and experience in relation to a variety of clinical/client needs, exposure to potentially toxic substances, in conjunction with appropriate vaccine programs, contact tracing for communicable diseases, pre-employment screening for EPP workers.

Occupational Immunisation Programmes

The maintenance and promotion of occupational and seasonal (influenza) immunisation programmes to healthcare employees. To provide an ongoing immunisation programme for all personnel who are at risk of exposure to pathogens during the course of their work. To maintain the highly developed skills of vaccine administration, including BCGs and Mantoux testing. To apply nursing process to the needs of each individual.

Screening Programmes

To participate in screening programs for both NHS and external contracts, in line with department processes, Trust policies and other related legislation and guidance after appropriate training has been given: drug and alcohol abuse, Keystone vision screening, corporate induction programs, drivers\' medicals, contact tracing for communicable diseases (e.g. tuberculosis, varicella), exposure to potentially toxic substances (e.g. lead, mercury).

Contaminated Sharps Injuries, Bodily Fluid Exposure and PEP

To assess employees in a sensitive and reassuring manner following needlestick/contamination incidents, providing support during potentially emotionally distressing circumstances. To advise employees after contaminated sharps injury or bodily fluid exposure, undertake a risk assessment and advise on the appropriate action in line with department protocols. To liaise with the Occupational Physician if PEP is required. To provide ongoing support and information to clients throughout their follow up period.

Health Surveillance Programmes

To participate in health surveillance programmes after appropriate training and experience, for both NHS and external contracts, in line with HSE regulation and guidance, Trust Policy and department processes: spirometry, audiometry, latex allergy and dermatitis. To report health surveillance findings to appropriate personnel (OH Nurse Specialist, Clinical Nurse Manager or Consultant Occupational Physician).

Employment Health Assessment

To undertake limited employment health assessment in line with department policies, under the supervision of an OH Nurse Specialist, Clinical Nurse Manager or Consultant Occupational Physician: catering medicals, EPP workers (i.e. medical staff). As an opportunity to develop the relevant skills prior to undertaking occupational health nurse training, to assess the health of prospective employees using telephone skills and associated interview techniques, but always under supervision.

Responsibilities for People, or Training

To facilitate and update appropriate advice/information for clients. To attend mandatory and statutory training. To promote awareness of national and local health campaigns and to promote health on a one-to-one basis. To attend relevant meetings and participate in department working groups as required. To actively participate in the orientation and dissemination of current clinical practice to new nursing staff and others as required. To attend study days, courses and conferences as agreed by the department. To take personal responsibility for own professional development. To be familiar with all department processes, procedures, policies and standards and to ensure correct implementation. The jobholder may be required to perform other duties assigned by the supervisor/manager from time to time. This job description is a guide and subject to continuous review.

Essential Requirements

• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Professional awareness and ongoing professional development
• Good knowledge base of clinical conditions
• Ability to cope with a varying workload
• NMC Registration Essential (Nursing & Midwifery Council)
• Ability to act as part of a team with the ability to work autonomously when needed
• Post registration experience in a variety of settings
• RGN (Level 1) Evidence of professional development and willingness to acquire qualification relevant to occupational health nursing practice