Occupational Health Nurse

Arc Primary Care; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A community health service organization in Chesterfield is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse for a part-time role of up to 22.5 hours. The nurse will provide a comprehensive occupational health service, manage referrals, and conduct health assessments. Ideal candidates should be NMC registered and have recent Occupational Health experience. The position offers a salary range of £31,049 to £37,796 annually, prorated for part-time work.

Benefits

NHS Pension with employer contributions

Annual leave entitlement of 27 days plus 8 Bank Holidays

5 days professional/study leave per annum

Access to Well-Being Support

Blue light Card Discount

Qualifications

• Registered nurse on part 1 of the NMC register is required.
• Post registration experience demonstrating sound clinical knowledge.
• Knowledge of SEQOHS standards for accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a comprehensive occupational health service with evidence-based practice.
• Conduct health surveillance and immunisations.
• Manage referrals and perform screenings including DSE assessments.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

NMC registered nurse

Good general education (Grade C in Maths and English)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

If you are looking for a new challenge this role could be for you.

We are looking to recruit an Occupational Health Nurse to work up to 22.5 hours on a fixed term contract until October 2027 (with a view to extend subject to contract extensions).

Arc Occupational Health is a newly establishedservice developed to meet the growing occupational health needs of our memberpractices and the wider community. We aim to provide a high-quality, accessibleand responsive service that promotes the health, well being, and productivity oflocal workforces.

As the service expands the successfulpost holder will actively develop new contracts with local key stakeholders,positioning Arc Occupational Health as a trusted provider of comprehensiveoccupational health services in Chesterfield, Dronfield, and beyond.

If this has sparked yourinterest please contact Sarah Launt; [e-mail]. General Manager Arc PrimaryCare/Chesterfield and Dronfield PCN and we can arrange a telephone conversationabout this fantastic opportunity.

Please note we are not an Agenda for Change Organisation.

Interviews will be held face to face at Dunston Innovation Centre, date to be confirmed.

Main duties of the job

We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Health Nurse to join us to:

• provide a comprehensive occupational health service
• perform a variety of clinical tasks including managing referrals, conducting health surveillance, pre-placement screening, and workplace/DSE assessments.
• provide immunisation assessments, vaccine administration,

and other occupational health screening requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Health Nurse to independently provide a comprehensive occupational health service, performing a variety of clinical tasks including managing referrals, conducting health surveillance, pre-placement screening, and workplace/DSE assessments. The role also encompasses immunisation assessments, vaccine administration, and other occupational health screening requirements.

The post holder will be responsible for delivering these services to both NHS and non-NHS client. Management referrals are carried out remotely via telephone or Microsoft Teams, serving organisations nationwide, including those in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

About us

Arc Occupational Health is a subsidiary of Arc Primary Care, the umbrella organisation for the Chesterfield and Dronfield Primary Care Network (PCN). Arc Primary Care brings together 10 GP practices, serving over 110,000 patients, with a shared commitment to sustainable, high-quality general practice.

Through collaboration, we deliver enhanced services, employ staff through the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme, and develop innovative solutions to tackle health inequalities and support our member practices.

Arc Occupational Health is a newly established service within this framework, developed to meet the growing occupational health needs of our member practices and the wider community. We aim to provide a high-quality, accessible and responsive service that promotes the health, well being, and productivity of local workforces.

Our mission: Committed to high quality collaborative person-centred care. Delivered with integrity and transparency, improving health and well being for all. Benefits of working with us:

• NHS Pension with employer contributions
• On appointment 27 days plus 8 Bank Holiday annual leave entitlement which rises annually with length of service up to 33 days (pro rata for part time staff)
• Entitlement of up to 5 days professional/study leave per annum, pro rata.
• Access to Well-Being Support
• Blue light Card Discount

Job responsibilities

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To deliver an exemplar Occupational Health (and Wellbeing) service in accordance with Department of Health guidelines and current legislation.
• To provide occupational health surveillance, screening and immunisation.
• To carry out pre-placement, night and DSE (Display Screen Equipment) Assessment
• To deliver a highly visible, proactive, comprehensive and clinically sound employee occupational health nursing service to employees of ARC and customers from the public and private sector, with a focus on preventing ill health, reducing sickness absence and increasing workforce productivity
• With minimum guidance and supervision, participate in the provision of a full range of employee Health and Wellbeing services as described under the six NHS core Occupational Health services; prevention, timely intervention, rehabilitation, health assessments for work, promotion of health & well-being and teaching & training.
• Ensure all clinical practice is evidence based
• Participate in clinical audit service provision evaluation.

This is an evolving role, and the duties and responsibilities may change in accordance with the developing service and needs for the patients.

The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to develop the role and to deliver an excellent service for housebound patients and patients in residential facilities

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

• Flexibility and adaptability within the role
• Holds current UK driving licence or access to vehicle to use for work purposes
• Ability to work under pressure and timescales
• Enthusiasm for participating in innovation and service developments
• Willingness to undertake further specialist training appropriate to this job as required.
• Ability to work in an environment of change

Qualifications

• Currently registered on part 1 of the NMC register.
• Good general education including minimum of Grade C (or equivalent) in Maths and English
• Knowledge of SEQOHS standards and requirements for accreditation

Experience

• Post registration experience which demonstrates sound clinical knowledge and evidence based practice
• Previous recent Occupational Health experience (last 2 years)
• Ability to work well both in a team and on own initiative.
• Understanding the importance of research and evidence-based practice.
• Ability to plan and prioritise care for a variety of client groups.
• Understanding of clinical audit
• IT Literate evidence and experience of working with a range of software packages (Word, Excel, email) with good computer skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Committed to client centred care.
• Practical skills in venepuncture and vaccination

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£31,049 to £37,796 a yearSalary 22.5hrs £18629.40-£22677.60 depending on experience