Trainee Occupational Health Nurse

OH Medical; Norwich; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OH training available

Travel between sites

Clinic-based role in Norwich

Job summary

OH Medical is recruiting for an Occupational Health Nurse to join our established service in Norwich. This clinic-based role offers a varied clinical workload and opportunities to develop in Occupational Health. You will deliver health surveillance, fitness-to-work assessments and sickness absence support, with travel to local sites across Norfolk.

Training can be provided for OH duties. The role suits a Registered Nurse looking to transition or strengthen OH experience, with a supportive team

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration.
• Post-registration nursing experience.
• Occupational Health experience desirable but training can be provided.
• Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills.
• Flexibility to travel between sites and occasional out-of-hours work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Occupational Health screening, medical assessments and vaccinations in line with OEUK standards.
• Undertake drug and alcohol testing, including occasional out-of-hours testing.
• Support sickness absence case management and provide fitness-for-work recommendations.
• Coordinate and deliver health surveillance programmes across operational sites.
• Develop and deliver workplace health promotion and wellbeing initiatives.
• Work closely with HR, managers and Occupational Health Physicians to support employee health.
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records using Meddbase.
• Support clinical audits, Occupational Health governance and workplace health assessments.

Skills

RGN

NMC registration

Communication

Time management

IT skills

Independent work

Travel between sites

Education

Nursing qualification (RN)

Tools

Meddbase

MS Office

Job description

Occupational Health Nurse | Norwich | Up to £45,000

Summary

OH Medical is recruiting for an Occupational Health Nurse to join an established Occupational Health service based in Norwich, Norfolk. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Registered Nurse looking to develop a career in Occupational Health, or an experienced OH Nurse seeking a varied clinical role.

The position is primarily clinic-based in Norwich, with regular travel to operational sites across Norfolk and surrounding areas. You will deliver a range of Occupational Health services, including health surveillance, fitness-to-work assessments, sickness absence management and health promotion.

Previous Occupational Health experience is desirable but not essential, as training can be provided. This makes the role an excellent opportunity for a Registered General Nurse looking to transition into Occupational Health.

Duties

• Deliver Occupational Health screening, medical assessments and vaccinations in line with OEUK standards.
• Undertake drug and alcohol testing, including occasional out-of-hours testing.
• Support sickness absence case management and provide fitness-for-work recommendations.
• Coordinate and deliver health surveillance programmes across operational sites.
• Develop and deliver workplace health promotion and wellbeing initiatives.
• Work closely with HR, managers and Occupational Health Physicians to support employee health.
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records using Meddbase.
• Support clinical audits, Occupational Health governance and workplace health assessments.

Criteria

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration.
• Previous post-registration nursing experience.
• Occupational Health experience would be advantageous, although training can be provided.
• Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills.
• Confident working independently and managing a varied clinical workload.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with employees, managers and stakeholders.
• Flexibility to travel between sites and occasionally work outside standard hours.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £45,000 per annum.
• Clinic-based position in Norwich, Norfolk.
• Travel to local operational sites as required.
• Occupational Health training available for candidates transitioning into the sector.

About OH Medical:

OH Medical is a trusted recruitment consultancy dedicated to the Occupational Health, Wellbeing and Health & Safety sectors. We specialise in delivering tailored recruitment solutions for both agency and permanent roles, supporting professionals and employers across the UK.