Occupational Health Nurse

IOD Medical Centre Occ Health; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Jeffreys Bay seeks a full-time Nurse to deliver Occupational Health Services in the Kouga region. Responsibilities include managing workplace-related health issues, conducting health assessments, and providing primary care. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in Occupational Health Nursing, current SANC registration, and strong communication skills, with additional experience in spirometry and vision testing being advantageous. This role emphasizes teamwork and compliance with health regulations.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Occupational Health Nursing and workplace health and safety regulations.
• Experience in core Occupational Health practices, such as health surveillance and risk management.
• Additional experience in spirometry, hearing assessment, and vision testing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational health nursing care in compliance with regulations.
• Conduct health risk assessments and deliver primary care services.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to manage health issues.

Skills

Proficiency in Occupational Health Nursing

Interpersonal communication skills

Skills in providing Primary Care services

Knowledge in health surveillance

Experience in spirometry

Education

Up to date registration with SANC

Job description

Company Description

IOD & Medical Centre Occupational Health Division providing occupational health services

Role Description

This is a full-time role for a Nurse providing Occupational Health Services based in Jeffreys Bay and servicing the Kouga region. The Nurse will be responsible for providing occupational health nursing care, conducting health risk assessments, and delivering primary care services to employees. Responsibilities include working closely with employees and employers to manage workplace-related health issues, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and promoting overall worker well-being. The role requires proactive communication and collaboration with team members and stakeholders to deliver effective occupational health services.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Occupational Health Nursing and expertise in workplace health and safety regulations
• Up to date registration with SANC
• Skills in providing Primary Care services in occupational health environments
• Experience and knowledge in core Occupational Health practices, such as health surveillance and risk management is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work well with diverse teams
• Additional experience in spirometry, hearing assessmet and keystone vision testing