Occupational Health Nurse

Uhmb; Lancaster; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

The Occupational Health and Wellbeing Nurse role at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMB) focuses on delivering the annual Flu Vaccination Campaign across Trust sites, with flexible shift patterns to cover seven days.

The post is an 8-week fixed-term contract for a Registered Nurse, offering training, a supportive team, and opportunities to gain experience in occupational health while working with increasing autonomy.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with 1st level registration and immunisation/vaccination training.
• Experience delivering occupational health care and immunisations.
• Evidence of training in health promotion or wellbeing interventions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Occupational Health services to colleagues across the Trust.
• Support delivery of the NHS People Plan and NHS People Promise by promoting health and wellbeing.
• Assist with the annual Flu Vaccination Programme and vaccine handling.
• Maintain confidential records in line with professional standards and governance.

Skills

Immunisations

Vaccinations

Workload management

Communication skills

Health assessment

Anaphylaxis training

Education

1st level Registered Nurse

Immunisation and vaccination training

Health promotion training

Job description

Main area Occupational Health Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract Fixed term: 8 weeks (1st October 2026- 30th November 2026) Hours

• Full time
• Part time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week Job ref 331-8159929-UHMB

Site Royal Lancaster Infirmary Town Lancaster Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 15/09/2026 23:59

''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.

Job overview

Occupational Health and Wellbeing Nurse – 8-Week Fixed-Term Contract

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join the Occupational Health and Wellbeing Team on an 8-week fixed-term contract.

This role will support the delivery of the annual Flu Vaccination Campaign, helping to provide flu vaccinations to colleagues across the organisation. Flexible working opportunities are available, with a variety of shifts and working days as the campaign will operate as a seven-day service.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience within Occupational Health while working as part of a supportive and experienced team. The successful applicant will receive the necessary training to develop the required knowledge and competencies, enabling them to undertake the role confidently and work with increasing autonomy.

The post can be based at either the Royal Lancaster Infirmary or Furness General Hospital

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the Job

• Work as part of the Occupational Health and Wellbeing Team to deliver a high-quality, professional service to colleagues across University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.
• Provide a comprehensive Occupational Health nursing service in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, working within agreed standard operating procedures and supporting the maintenance of SEQOHS-accredited standards while upholding Trust values.
• Support delivery of the NHS People Plan and NHS People Promise by promoting colleague health, wellbeing, engagement, and positive workplace culture.
• Support the annual Flu Vaccination Programme, including the safe storage, handling, transportation, and administration of vaccines in accordance with national and local guidance.
• Act as a visible and approachable Occupational Health presence across Trust sites, providing advice, guidance, and support to colleagues and managers.
• Contribute to proactive wellbeing strategies that focus on prevention, early intervention, health promotion, and positive vaccination uptake.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records in accordance with professional standards, information governance requirements, and Trust policies.
• Promote a positive experience for colleagues accessing Occupational Health and Wellbeing services, ensuring care is delivered with professionalism, compassion, and respect.

Working for our organisation

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community health care premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.

You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/

Person specification

Education & Qualifications

• 1st level Registered Nurse
• immunisation and vaccination training
• Evidence of training in health promotion or wellbeing interventions

Experience

• Experience of working autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of delivering care in line with policies, procedures, and protocols
• Previous experience within Occupational Health
• Experience of immunisations and vaccinations
• Experience supporting health and wellbeing initiatives

Skills, Ability and Knowledge

• Able to carry out Immunisations and Vaccinations
• Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to assess health needs and provide appropriate advice and support
• Compliant in BLS and anaphylaxis training
• Knowledge of Occupational Health principles and practice

PLEASE NOTE THAT SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED BY EMAIL.

The trust promotes flexible working opportunities where ever possible to enable staff to balance their work and home life. We are committed to Equal Opportunities and aim to be EffortlesslyInclusive .

The trust operates a No Smoking Policy.

Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our Person Specification will be shortlisted for Interview.

We reserve the right to close a job advert early where sufficient applications have been received.

The Trust does not offer interview expenses to shortlisted candidates unless indicated in the advert

If the post is subject to Disclosure & Barring Service checking, (formally CRB) a charge of £49.50 for Enhanced and £21.50 for Standard clearance and additional to this a £4.90 administration fee will be made to the successful candidate(s). This currently only applies to roles Band 6 and above and Medical & Dental posts.

Anyone newly appointed to the trust under the Agenda For Change contract, will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6 month probationary period. This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.

We have introduced a new system called Pre-Onboarding, specifically to support you right the way through to your first few months in your new role with us atUHMB. This bespoke site has lots of useful information to help you settle into your new roleincluding: what to expect from the recruitment clearances process, where to get a uniform, when you'll get paid etc. As well as information on a number of our services i.e. Infection Prevention, Anti-fraud, Inclusion and Diversity, Care Certificates and much more. To access click on this linkhttps://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/uhmbt-pre-onboarding .

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Chloe Hawes Job title Occupational Health Specialist Lead Nurse Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01524 512290