Occupational Health Nurse Advisor

NHS; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chesterfield is looking for an Occupational Health Nurse Advisor for a fixed-term contract of up to 22.5 hours weekly until March 2028. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive occupational health services, manage referrals, and perform various clinical tasks including health surveillance and assessments. Candidates should be registered nurses with substantial occupational health experience. This role involves delivering services to both NHS and non-NHS clients, contributing to the health and well-being of local workforces.

Benefits

NHS Pension with employer contributions

Annual leave rising to 33 days

Access to Well-Being Support

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Occupational Health experience.
• Post registration experience demonstrating clinical knowledge.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet timescales.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive occupational health service.
• Perform health surveillance and workplace assessments.
• Manage referrals and conduct immunisation assessments.

Skills

Sound clinical knowledge

Evidence-based practice

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Current registration on part 1 of the NMC register

Minimum of Grade C in Maths and English

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

• Experienced and passionate towards delivering a great proactiveOccupational Health service?
• A registered Nurse with substantial experience within an OccupationalHealth role

then we may have the role for you!

We are looking to recruit an Occupational Health Nurse Advisor to work up to 22.5 hours on a fixed term contract until March 2028 (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.

We are also unable to offer Sponsorship for this position.

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 Advisor 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 Advisor 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 sister company 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

Experience

• Post registration experience which demonstrates sound clinical knowledge and evidence based practice
• Previous recent Occupational Health experience (last 2 years)
• Experience of working to SEQOHS standards and requirements for accreditation
• Ability to work well both in a team and on own initiative.
• Ability to work as an independent & autonomous Occupational Health Nurse Advisor
• 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.
• Clear understanding around confidentiality and how it relates to OH.
• Awareness of Health & Safety law, risk assessment & clinical audit and current Occupational Health & wellbeing issues
• Be able to problem solve and make decisions with a strong sense of customer focus
• 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.

£49,529.33 a yearActual Salary for 22.5hrs £29718.69