Occupational Health and Safety Nurse

Arwyp Medical Centre; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Arwyp Medical Centre in Kempton Park, Gauteng, seeks an experienced Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) to safeguard staff health and wellbeing. You will assess, prevent and manage work-related risks, support wellness programs, and provide counseling to employees, ensuring a safe and healthy working environment.

You will lead health surveillance, vaccination services, staff training, and COIDA/WCA compliance while coordinating with hospital operations to maintain a productive workforce.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree or diploma with RN registration is required.
• Postgraduate qualification in occupational health nursing is expected.
• Registration with SANC as a General Nurse and an OHN is essential.
• Training in advanced first aid, CPR and emergency care (BLS/ACLS) is needed.
• Certification to administer vaccines is required.

Responsibilities

• Promote workplace health and preventive programs.
• Monitor health statistics and occupational health indicators.
• Provide health guidance, counselling and support to employees.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety standards.
• Coordinate rehabilitation and follow-up for injured workers.
• Deliver training and education on health and safety topics.
• Oversee health surveillance programs and vaccination clinics.
• Participate in workplace investigations and reporting.

Education

Nursing degree/diploma with RN registration

Postgraduate training in occupational health nursing

SANC registration as General Nurse and Occupational Health Nurse

Advanced first aid CPR emergency care (BLS/ACLS)

Vaccination administration certification

Job description

Post Summary

The Occupational Health Nurse (OHN) plays a crucial role in safeguarding the health and well-being of hospital employees. The primary responsibility is to assess, prevent, and manage work-related health risks, ensuring a safe and healthy working environment. The OHN also provides counseling, education, and support to employees, promoting physical and mental well-being through preventive health measures. In essence, the OHN acts as a vital link between employee health and hospital operations, ensuring a healthy workforce while minimizing occupational health risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Workplace Health Promotion
• Workplace Health statistics
• Health guidance and counselling
• Occupational Health and Safety Compliance
• Rehabilitation track and follow-up
• Training and education
• Health Surveillance Programs
• Injury and Illness Management
• Infection Prevention (Employee health)
• Communication and collaboration
• Inventory Management
• Risk Management
• Participate in workplace health investigations
• Reporting and administration
• Stakeholder collaboration
• WCA/COIDA and occupational injury management

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Education

• A nursing degree/diploma with registration as an RN.
• Postgraduate training in occupational health nursing.
• Registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as both a General Nurse and an Occupational Health Nurse is essential.
• Training in advanced first aid, CPR, and emergency care techniques is needed. (e.g., BLS/ACLS - Basic/Advanced Life Support certification.
• Certification to administer vaccines.

Experience

• 2-5 years of clinical nursing experience with at least 1-3 years in occupational health.
• COIDA/WCA (Workmen's Compensation Act/Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act).
• 1-3 Year Practical Health compliance and guidance experience.